2009-10 Undergraduate Catalog
Majors
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences offers a biology major that allows students to develop a broad, integrative background in the biological sciences.
Each specialization develops fundamental knowledge of animals, plants and microorganisms and then allows students to select courses to enhance their knowledge in specific areas.
To graduate with this major, students must complete all university, college and major requirements.
Specialization: Applied Biology
Specialization: Biotechnology
Specialization: Natural Science
Specialization: Preprofessional
For students who are interested in learning how fundamental biology is applied to solving problems. This specialization provides exposure to the major issues facing sustainability of human populations and natural resources. This specialization prepares students for graduate study in the biological sciences.
* Not required if CHM 2200 and CHM 2200L were taken.
**See adviser for approved list of courses.
For students preparing for a career where knowledge of molecular biology and genetic engineering are important. Students will have the opportunity to learn various techniques and scientific procedures in molecular biology, virology, bioengineering, cell and tissue culture, microscopy, and bioinformatics. This specialization prepares students for graduate study in the biological sciences.
* Not required if CHM 3218 was taken.
** See adviser for approved list of courses.
This specialization is for students interested in descriptive and interpretive biology, with an emphasis on field biology. The specialization provides exposure to the major forms of flora and fauna, and integrates some of the major elements that influence flora and fauna, namely soil/water relations and human activities. This specialization prepares students for graduate study in the biological sciences.
** See adviser for approved list of courses.
For biology majors seeking admission to medical, dental, optometry or veterinary school. This specialization is also excellent preparation for graduate study.
** See adviser for approved list of courses.
| Biology (CALS) |
| College: Agricultural and Life Sciences |
| Degree: Bachelor of Science |
| Hours for the Degree: 120 |
| Specializations: Applied Biology, Biotechnology, Natural Science, Preprofessional |
| Website: major.biology.ufl.edu/CALS_tracks.html |
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences offers a biology major that allows students to develop a broad, integrative background in the biological sciences.
Each specialization develops fundamental knowledge of animals, plants and microorganisms and then allows students to select courses to enhance their knowledge in specific areas.
To graduate with this major, students must complete all university, college and major requirements.
Critical Tracking for all Specializations
Semester 1:
- 2.0 UF GPA required for semesters 1-5
- 2.5 GPA on all critical-tracking coursework for semesters 1-5
- Complete CHM 2045/2045L or MAC 2311
Semester 2:
- Complete CHM 2045/2045L and MAC 2311
Semester 3:
- Complete CHM 2046/2046L, BSC 2010/2010L
Semester 4:
- Complete BSC 2011/2011L
Semester 5:
- Complete all critical tracking courses, including labs
To remain on track, students must complete the appropriate critical-tracking courses, which appear in bold.
Specialization: Applied Biology
Specialization: Biotechnology
Specialization: Natural Science
Specialization: Preprofessional
For students who are interested in learning how fundamental biology is applied to solving problems. This specialization provides exposure to the major issues facing sustainability of human populations and natural resources. This specialization prepares students for graduate study in the biological sciences.
| Semester 1 | Credits |
| CHM 2045 and 2045L General Chemistry 1 (3) and Laboratory (1) (GE-P) | 4 |
| Composition (GE-C) | 3 |
| Elective | 2 |
| Humanities (GE-H) | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences (GE-S) | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester 2 | Credits |
| CHM 2046 and 2046L General Chemistry 2 (3) and Laboratory (1) (GE-P) | 4 |
| MAC 2311 Analytic Geometry and Calculus 1 | 4 |
| Economics (AEB 2014 [3], AEB 3103 [4], ECO 2013 [4] or ECO 2023 [4]) (GE-S) | 3-4 |
| Humanities (GE-H) | 3 |
| Total | 14-15 |
| Semester 3 | Credits |
| BSC 2010 and 2010L Integrated Principles of Biology 1 (3) and Laboratory (1) (GE-B) | 4 |
| STA 2023 Introduction to Statistics 1 (3) or MAC 2312 Analytic Geometry and Calculus 2 (4) | 3-4 |
| Electives | 5 |
| Humanities (GE-H) or Social and Behavioral Sciences (GE-S) | 3 |
| Total | 15-16 |
| Semester 4 | Credits |
| AEE 3030C Effective Oral Communication | 3 |
| BSC 2011 and 2011L Integrated Principles of Biology 2 (3) and Laboratory (1) or BOT 2011C Plant Diversity (4) | 4 |
| CHM 2210 Organic Chemistry 1 (3) or CHM 2200 and 2200L Organic Chemistry and Laboratory (4) | 3-4 |
| Applied biology course ** | 3 |
| Elective | 3 |
| Total | 16-17 |
| Semester 5 | Credits |
| CHM 2211 and 2211L Organic Chemistry 2 and Laboratory * | 5 |
| PHY 2004 Applied Physics 1 (3) or PHY 2053 Physics 1 (4) or PHY 2048 Physics with Calculus 1 (3) | 3-4 |
| PHY 2004L Laboratory for PHY 2004 or PHY 2053L Laboratory for PHY 2053 or PHY 2048L Laboratory for PHY 2048 | 1 |
| Applied biology courses ** | 6 |
| Total | 15-16 |
| Semester 6 | Credits |
| BCH 3025 or BCH 4024 Biochemistry | 4 |
| PHY 2005 Applied Physics 2 (3) or PHY 2054 Physics 2 (4) or PHY 2049 Physics with Calculus 2 (3) | 3-4 |
| PHY 2005L Laboratory for PHY 2005 or PHY 2054L Laboratory for PHY 2054 or PHY 2049L Laboratory for PHY 2049 | 1 |
| Applied biology courses ** | 6 |
| Total | 14-15 |
| Semester 7 | Credits |
| MCB 3020 and 3020L Basic Biology of Microorganisms (3) and Laboratory (1) | 4 |
| Genetics (AGR 3303 [3] or PCB 3063 [4]) | 3-4 |
| Applied biology courses ** | 6 |
| Elective | 3 |
| Total | 16-17 |
| Semester 8 | Credits |
| AEE 3033C Research and Business Writing in Agricultural and Life Sciences (WR) | 3 |
| Applied biology courses ** | 9 |
| Physiology (ANS 3319C [4], BOT 3503 [3] or HOS 4304 [3]) | 3-4 |
| Total | 15-16 |
* Not required if CHM 2200 and CHM 2200L were taken.
**See adviser for approved list of courses.
For students preparing for a career where knowledge of molecular biology and genetic engineering are important. Students will have the opportunity to learn various techniques and scientific procedures in molecular biology, virology, bioengineering, cell and tissue culture, microscopy, and bioinformatics. This specialization prepares students for graduate study in the biological sciences.
| Semester 1 | Credits |
| CHM 2045 and 2045L General Chemistry 1 (3) and Laboratory (1) (GE-P) | 4 |
| Composition (GE-C, WR) | 3 |
| Elective | 2 |
| Humanities (GE-H) | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences (GE-S) | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester 2 | Credits |
| CHM 2046 and 2046L General Chemistry 2 (3) and Laboratory (1) (GE-P) | 4 |
| MAC 2311 Analytic Geometry and Calculus 1 | 4 |
| Economics (AEB 2014 [3] or AEB 3103 [4], ECO 2013 [4], ECO 2023 [4]) (GE-S) | 3-4 |
| Humanities (GE-H) | 3 |
| Total | 14-15 |
| Semester 3 | Credits |
| BSC 2010 and 2010L Integrated Principles of Biology 1 (3) and Laboratory (1) | 4 |
| CHM 2210 Organic Chemistry 1 (3) or CHM 3217 Organic Chemistry/Biochemistry 1 (4) | 3-4 |
| STA 2023 Introduction to Statistics 1 (3) or MAC 2312 Analytic Geometry and Calculus 2 (4) | 3-4 |
| Elective | 2 |
| Humanities (GE-H) or Social and Behavioral Sciences (GE-S) | 3 |
| Total | 15-17 |
| Semester 4 | Credits |
| BSC 2011 and 2011L Integrated Principles of Biology 2 (3) and Laboratory (1) (GE-B) | 4 |
| CHM 2211 Organic Chemistry 2 (3) or CHM 3218 Organic Chemistry/Biochemistry 2 (4) | 3-4 |
| CHM 2211L Organic Chemistry Laboratory | 2 |
| Electives | 7 |
| Total | 16-17 |
| Semester 5 | Credits |
| AEE 3030C Effective Oral Communication | 3 |
| BCH 4024 Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology * | 4 |
| CHM 3120 and CHM 3120L Analytical Chemistry (3) and Laboratory (1) | 4 |
| PHY 2004 Applied Physics 1 (3) or PHY 2053 Physics 1 (4) or PHY 2048 Physics with Calculus 1 (3) | 3-4 |
| PHY 2004L Laboratory for PHY 2004 or PHY 2053L Laboratory for PHY 2053 or PHY 2048L Laboratory for PHY 2048 | 1 |
| Total | 15-16 |
| Semester 6 | Credits |
| AEE 3033C Research and Business Writing in Agricultural and Life Sciences (WR) | 3 |
| PCB 3134 Eukaryotic Cell Structure and Function | 3 |
| PHY 2005 Applied Physics 2 (3) or PHY 2054 Physics 2 (4) or PHY 2049 Physics with Calculus 2 (3) | 3-4 |
| PHY 2005L Laboratory for PHY 2005 or PHY 2054L Laboratory for PHY 2054 or PHY 2049L Laboratory for PHY 2049 | 1 |
| Elective | 2 |
| Genetics (AGR 3303 [3] or PCB 3063 [4]) | 3-4 |
| Total | 15-17 |
| Semester 7 | Credits |
| MCB 3020 and MCB 3020L Basic Biology of Microorganisms (3) and Laboratory (1) | 4 |
| PCB 4674 Evolution | 4 |
| Biotechnology course ** | 3 |
| Electives | 4 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester 8 | Credits |
| MCB 4304 Genetics of Microorganisms or PCB 4522 Molecular Genetics | 3 |
| Biotechnology course ** | 3 |
| Electives | 9 |
| Total | 15 |
* Not required if CHM 3218 was taken.
** See adviser for approved list of courses.
This specialization is for students interested in descriptive and interpretive biology, with an emphasis on field biology. The specialization provides exposure to the major forms of flora and fauna, and integrates some of the major elements that influence flora and fauna, namely soil/water relations and human activities. This specialization prepares students for graduate study in the biological sciences.
| Semester 1 | Credits |
| CHM 2045 and 2045L General Chemistry 1 (3) and Laboratory (1) (GE-P) | 4 |
| Composition (GE-C, WR) | 3 |
| Elective | 2 |
| Humanities (GE-H) | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences (GE-S) | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester 2 | Credits |
| CHM 2046 and 2046L General Chemistry 2 (3) and Laboratory (1) (GE-P) | 4 |
| MAC 2311 Analytic Geometry and Calculus 1 | 4 |
| Economics (AEB 2014 [3], AEB 3103 [4], ECO 2013 [4] or ECO 2023 [4]) (GE-S) | 3-4 |
| Humanities (GE-H) | 3 |
| Total | 14-15 |
| Semester 3 | Credits |
| BSC 2010 and 2010L Integrated Principles of Biology 1 (3) and Laboratory (1) | 4 |
| STA 2023 Introduction to Statistics 1 (3) or MAC 2312 Analytic Geometry and Calculus 2 (4) | 3-4 |
| Electives | 5 |
| Humanities (GE-H) or Social and Behavioral Sciences (GE-S) | 3 |
| Total | 15-16 |
| Semester 4 | Credits |
| BSC 2011 and 2011L Integrated Principles of Biology 2 (3) and Laboratory (1) (GE-B) | 4 |
| CHM 2200 and 2200L Organic Chemistry (3) and Laboratory (1) | 4 |
| Electives | 8 |
| Total | 16 |
| Semester 5 | Credits |
| AEE 3030C Effective Oral Communication | 3 |
| PHY 2004 Applied Physics 1 (3) or PHY 2053 Physics 1 (4) or PHY 2048 Physics with Calculus 1 (3) | 3-4 |
| PHY 2004L Laboratory for PHY 2004 or PHY 2053L Laboratory for PHY 2053 or PHY 2048L Laboratory for PHY 2048 | 1 |
| Elective | 1 |
| Genetics (AGR 3303 [3] or PCB 3063 [4]) | 3-4 |
| Natural science course ** | 3 |
| Total | 14-16 |
| Semester 6 | Credits |
| AEE 3033C Research and Business Writing in Agricultural and Life Sciences (WR) | 3 |
| PCB 4674 Evolution | 4 |
| PHY 2005 Applied Physics 2 (3) or PHY 2054 Physics 2 (4) or PHY 2049 Physics with Calculus 2 (3) | 3-4 |
| PHY 2005L Laboratory for PHY 2005 or PHY 2054L Laboratory for PHY 2054 or PHY 2049L Laboratory for PHY 2049 | 1 |
| Natural science course ** | 3 |
| Total | 14-15 |
| Semester 7 | Credits |
| Electives | 8 |
| Natural science courses ** | 8 |
| Total | 16 |
| Semester 8 | Credits |
| Electives | 9 |
| Natural science courses ** | 7 |
| Total | 16 |
** See adviser for approved list of courses.
For biology majors seeking admission to medical, dental, optometry or veterinary school. This specialization is also excellent preparation for graduate study.
| Semester 1 | Credits |
| CHM 2045 and 2045L General Chemistry 1 (3) and Laboratory (1) (GE-P) | 4 |
| Composition (GE-C, WR) | 3 |
| Elective | 2 |
| Humanities (GE-H) | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences (GE-S) | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester 2 | Credits |
| CHM 2046 and 2046L General Chemistry 2 (3) and Laboratory (1) | 4 |
| MAC 2311 Analytic Geometry and Calculus 1 | 4 |
| Economics (AEB 2014 [3], AEB 3103 [4], ECO 2013 [4] or ECO 2023 [4]) (GE-S) | 3-4 |
| Humanities (GE-H) | 3 |
| Total | 14-15 |
| Semester 3 | Credits |
| BSC 2010 and BSC 2010L Integrated Principles of Biology 1 (3) and Laboratory (1) | 4 |
| CHM 2210 Organic Chemistry 1 | 3 |
| STA 2023 Introduction to Statistics 1 (3) or MAC 2312 Analytic Geometry and Calculus 2 (4) | 3-4 |
| Elective | 2 |
| Humanities (GE-H) or Social and Behavioral Sciences (GE-S) | 3 |
| Total | 15-16 |
| Semester 4 | Credits |
| BSC 2011 and 2011L Integrated Principles of Biology 2 (3) and Laboratory (1) (GE-B) | 4 |
| CHM 2211 and 2211L Organic Chemistry 2 (3) and Laboratory (2) | 5 |
| Electives | 7 |
| Total | 16 |
| Semester 5 | Credits |
| AEE 3030C Effective Oral Communication | 3 |
| BCH 4024 Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | 4 |
| PHY 2053 Physics 1 (4) or PHY 2048 Physics with Calculus 1 (3) | 3-4 |
| PHY 2053L Laboratory for PHY 2053 or PHY 2048L Laboratory for PHY 2048 | 1 |
| Elective | 3 |
| Total | 14-15 |
| Semester 6 | Credits |
| AEE 3033C Research and Business Writing in Agricultural and Life Sciences (WR) | 3 |
| MCB 3020 and 3020L Basic Biology of Microorganisms (3) and Laboratory (1) or PCB 3134 Eukaryotic Cell Structure and Function (3) | 3-4 |
| PHY 2054 Physics 2 (4) or PHY 2049 Physics with Calculus 2 (3) | 3-4 |
| PHY 2054L Laboratory for PHY 2054 or PHY 2049L Laboratory for PHY 2049 | 1 |
| Electives | 5 |
| Total | 15-17 |
| Semester 7 | Credits |
| Electives | 6 |
| Genetics (AGR 3303 [3], PCB 3063 [4] or PCB 4522 [3]) | 3-4 |
| Life science courses ** | 6 |
| Total | 15-16 |
| Semester 8 | Credits |
| PCB 4723C Physiology and Molecular Biology of Animals | 5 |
| Life science courses ** | 6 |
| Electives | 5 |
| Total | 16 |
** See adviser for approved list of courses.