Biological Illustration

The interdisciplinary studies major in biological illustration provides knowledge of and competence in biology, structural biology and structural zoology. Students will know and use the scientific approach to gather and verify knowledge. Students will be able to draw appropriate conclusions and inferences from properly conducted laboratory research. They will be able to evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered via experiment and literature and to apply them effectively. Students will also possess the ability to articulate results clearly and effectively.

Before Graduating Students Must

• Satisfactorily complete IDS 4906 Interdisciplinary Research Thesis (capping 7-12 credits of thesis research), graded according to department rubric.
• Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

Skills Students will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)

1. Demonstrate knowledge of and competence in biology, structural botany and structural zoology.
2. Demonstrate knowledge and use of the scientific approach to gather and verify knowledge.
3. Draw appropriate conclusions and inferences from properly conducted laboratory research.
4. Evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered via experiment and literature and apply them effectively.
5. Articulate research results clearly and effectively in speech and in writing in an accepted style of presentation.

Curriculum Map

Assessment Types

• Direct assessment of research in the thesis