Minor in Life Science Visualization
The Minor in Life Science Visualization is designed for students in many disciplines who wish to enhance their understanding of visual thinking, education, and communication in the life sciences. The minor is open to students from any college or major with a sophomore standing.
Requirements for the Minor
Students who wish to earn the minor must notify the Associate Program Director for Undergraduate Education - Life Science Visualization. Basic drawing competency must be demonstrated through a portfolio review. No college-level drawing course is required, but ART 112 is recommended. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50/4.00 is required, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50/4.00 in Life Science Visualization courses must be maintained to successfully complete the program. Students must complete 16-17 semester hours for the minor.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Prerequisite Courses | ||
| Students must earn a grade of B or higher in the following prerequisite course: | ||
| BIOS 110 | Biology of Cells and Organisms | 4 |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| BVIS 250 | Life Science Visualization Techniques I a | 3 |
| BVIS 251 | Life Science Visualization Techniques II b | 3 |
| Complete at least one of the following: | 4-5 | |
| Anatomy and Physiology Lecture I and Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I c | ||
| Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy d | ||
| Complete at least one of the following: | 3 | |
| Biological Illustration Techniques | ||
| Anatomical Figure Drawing | ||
| Complete at least one of the following: | 3 | |
| Life Science Animation, Storytelling and Storyboarding b | ||
| Digital Sculpting for Life Science Illustration b | ||
| Serious Games for Life Science Education b | ||
| Visual Strategies for Health and Life Science Communication b | ||
| Total Hours | 16-17 | |