Zoology (ZOOL) Minor

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Tom Cheesbrough, Head
Department of Biology and Microbiology
West Hall 115
605-688-6141
e-mail: biomicro@abs.sdstate.edu
website: http://biomicro.sdstate.edu

The Department of Biology and Microbiology offers a Zoology Emphasis as an option for those seeking a degree in biology with a specialization in Organismal Biology. The Zoology Emphasis concentrates on the scientific study of animals. The graduate with an emphasis in zoology is qualified for professions in animal research and industry. Graduates wishing to pursue a career in a specialized area of zoology are encouraged to consider an advanced degree program. The Department also offers a Zoology Minor for those wishing to augment their knowledge in the area of animal biology.

Requirements for Zoology Minor: 18 cr

The minor in Zoology consists of BIOL 101-101L or 151-151L, and additional courses with a ZOOL prefix for a total of at least 18 credits. Two courses must be at the 300 level or above. No more than 3 credits can come from 493, 494, 495, 496, 497 and 498. A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required in these courses.