Natural Science
This degree is appropriate for those pursuing pre-health science programs, programs in science teaching certification, and health and science support services. Pre-health science majors should consult pre-health science requirements, as well as natural science degree requirements. Potential teachers also should consult certification requirements.
Bachelor of Science in Natural Science
Required Natural Science Core (46 hours):
| Course | Title | Hours Required |
| BIOL 1014 | Botany | 4 |
| BIOL 1114 | Zoology | 4 |
| BIOL 2254 | Human Anatomy | 4 |
| BIOL 3124 | Human Physiology | 4 |
| CHEM 1111 | Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
| CHEM 1113 | Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 1121 | Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 |
| CHEM 1123 | Chemistry II | 3 |
| PHYS 1301 | Physics I Laboratory | 1 |
| PHYS 2114 | Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS 1401 | Physics II Laboratory | 1 |
| PHYS 2124 | Physics II | 4 |
| NSCI 2113 | Geology/Oceanography | 3 |
| NSCI 2123 | Meteorology/Astronomy | 3 |
| MATH 1513 | College Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 1613 | Trigonometry | 3 |
Required Natural Science Electives (16 hours): division approval required
| Chemistry | 8 | |
| and | ||
| Required area of concentration | 8 | |
| (approved biology, chemistry or physics) |
Exit requirement:
Bachelor of Science in Natural Science
Teacher Certification
This program qualifies individuals to obtain an Oklahoma teaching certificate and teach biology, physics, chemistry, earth science, physical science and general science in grades 6-12. For a program checklist for teacher certification in science, students should consult the science education advisor.
Professional Education Core (34 hours), plus
Required Natural Science Core and required Natural Science electives.
COURSE LISTINGS in NATURAL SCIENCE
0123 GENERAL SCIENCE
A general course in the biological and physical sciences that satisfies
the requirement for meeting curricular deficiencies in this subject area.
Required for students not meeting the science curricular requirement before
taking other science courses including IDS 2013 and IDS 2023. No credit.
2113 GEOLOGY/OCEANOGRAPHY
Basic topics and principles in geology and oceanography. 3 hours.
2123 METEOROLOGY/ASTRONOMY
Basic topics and principles in meteorology and astronomy. 3 hours.
2423 SCIENCE IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Content, processes, and attitudes of science commonly included or related
to today's curriculum in primary and intermediate school grades. Laboratory
experiences in life, earth, and physical science included. Does not meet
degree requirements for science majors. 3 hours. Prerequisite: Admission
to Teacher Education.
2700 COLLOQUIUM IN THE SCIENCES
Course provides a forum for student and faculty presentations, viewing
of videotapes, organizing field trips, discussion of science and technology-related
subjects and developing a broad understanding of the ideas and methods
of science. The Colloquium will serve as the organizational and administrative
vehicle for the completion of the science portfolio. All majors in biology,
chemistry, medical technology, natural science and physics are required
to participate each fall and spring trimester. Students in science-related
fields are encouraged to participate. Attendance is open to all students.
2701 COLLOQUIUM IN THE SCIENCES
Same as NSCI 2700, but with credit granted.
2880 SPECIAL TOPICS
Special topics in science. 1-3 hours (may be repeated for total of 6
hours).
2990 TUTORIAL
Independent study in science under faculty supervision. 1-3 hours (may
be repeated for total of 6 hours with change in title and topic).
4463 TEACHING SCIENCE IN SECONDARY SCHOOL
Methods of teaching science in secondary school. 3 hours. Prerequisite:
admission to Teacher Education and permission of instructor.
4522 SENIOR SCIENCE SEMINAR
A capstone experience in science to demonstrate academic development
in the major field and science in general. Knowledge and the ability to
communicate this orally and in written form will be demonstrated. All senior
science majors will participate by turning in a completed portfolio, completing
other exit requirements including senior oral and written examinations
and making a formal presentation to the science colloquium.
4880 SPECIAL TOPICS
Special topics in science. 1-3 hours (may be repeated for total of 6
hours).
4990 TUTORIAL
Independent study in science under faculty supervision. 1-3 hours (may
be
repeated for total of 6 hours with a change in title and topic).