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College of Sciences
Joe M. King, Dean
The College of Sciences offers degree curricula in biological sciences,
chemistry, computer science, earth and environmental sciences,
mathematics, physics, and psychology. From course offerings of the
various departments, the College of Sciences also prepares students
for professional study in medicine, dentistry, medical technology,
pharmacy, veterinary medicine, nursing, dental hygiene, occupational
therapy, ophthalmic medical technology, physician’s assistant, physical
therapy, rehabilitation counseling, and respiratory therapy. In several
of these, a bachelor’s degree is granted upon successful completion of
a prescribed two- or three-year program at UNO plus specific professional
study.
A student who plans to pursue a degree program in the College of
Sciences should make use of the high school grades 9 through 12 in
developing as fully as possible his or her potential as a student. It is
recommended that during these four years the student should complete
the following work;
Mathematics: Four years, including two of algebra, one of
geometry, and one of advanced mathematics (to
include the equivalent of at least one-half year of
trigonometry)
English:
Four years
Social Sciences: Three years
Science:
Three years
Foreign Language: Four years of one language. Note in subsequent
pages that the language requirement differs
among the several departments. If the student in
high school can take a language which meets the
requirements of his or her proposed college curriculum
it will be advantageous.
The departments within the College of Sciences are prepared to
advise a prospective student or an enrolled student at any time.
College of Sciences Degree Requirements
The College of Sciences has established the following degree requirements
which must be completed by all students working toward a
baccalaureate degree. Most curricula demand more than the minimum
completions designated here and may call for specific courses where
the general requirements allow a choice. Each student is held responsible
for knowing degree requirements, for enrolling in courses that fit
into his or her degree program, and for taking courses in the proper
sequence to ensure orderly progression of the program.
Subject Requirements
1. Sciences
At least 48 hours in the College of Sciences, to include:
a. At least six hours of mathematics. See major for specific course
requirements.
b. An eight semester-hour sequence including laboratory outside
the student’s major in one of the following: biological sciences,
chemistry, earth and environmental sciences, or physics. The
following biological sciences are acceptable: 1073, 1071, 1083,
1081; or 1073, 1071, 2014; or 1083, 1081, 2114. Course descriptions
should be consulted for the prerequisites for Biological Sciences
2014 or 2114.
c. An additional eight semester hours in science courses other
than the student’s major. No science credit is given for certain
College of Sciences courses designated by the College of Sciences
Faculty Council. A list of such courses is available in the
College of Sciences office.
2. Humanities and Social Sciences At least 33 hours in the humanities,
arts, and social sciences, to include completion of:
a. English 1158 or 1159 with a grade of “C” or better.
b. Twelve hours above the freshman level of which at least six
must be in literature.
c. At least six hours in the social sciences and at least three hours
in humanities other than English and three hours in arts.
Humanities and social sciences courses must be chosen from the
areas of concentration as listed in this catalog under University Regulations
with the exclusion of education courses classified as healthsafety
or physical education. A maximum of three hours in skill
courses in music and art (e.g., piano, voice, drawing) will be accepted
as humanities electives.
Requirements for the Baccalaureate Degree
The degree of Bachelor of Science may be granted upon satisfactorily
meeting the following requirements:
1. Completion of the general degree requirements of UNO.
2. Completion of the degree requirements of the College of
Sciences.
3. Completion of a program of study established by the department
concerned (or for non-departmentalized areas by a college committee).
This program must appear in a catalog in force while the
student is in residence. If the student breaks enrollment (either
voluntarily or by compulsion) for two consecutive semesters (not
one semester and a summer term) he/she may not elect a catalog
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