BIOLOGICAL KNOWLEDGE: Students will demonstrate a knowledge of biology consistent with coursework and experiences during their time at Harding University.
- Core Competencies:
- Demonstrate knowledge that compares favorably to national programs
- Place new information and applications in the context of foundational theories of biology
SCIENTIFIC COMMUNICATION: Students will assimilate scientific information to communicate biological concepts, processes, and conclusions at a professional level.
- Core Competencies:
- Locate, evaluate and properly cite information from peer-reviewed journals, scientific reports and online databases
- Compile biological data and theory concerning a current biological question into a professional level communication in which they explain the data and theory
- Communicate the strengths and limitation of the biological sciences and how scientific evidence is used to shape discussions of issues within the broader culture
SCIENTIFIC PROCESS: Students will describe and demonstrate the process of science.
- Core Competencies
- Develop biologically-focused questions based on current theory
- Develop appropriate conclusions using support from both qualitative and quantitative analyses
- Describe and evaluate participation in the process of science
QUANTITATIVE REASONING: Students will understand and interpret statistics and its contribution(s) to biological conclusions. Students will employ the use of models and/or simulations as a method of scientific reasoning.
- Core Competencies
- Employ the use of statistics, models and simulation to generate biological conclusions
SCIENCE AND FAITH: Students will describe and explore in a thoughtful, humble manner the interface of science and religion.
- Core Competencies
- Integrate science and faith into a God-centered worldview
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