The Biology Transfer Pathway AS at FDLTCC prepares students who wish to major in Biology at one of the Minnesota State 4-year universities by giving them the coursework they need to complete during the first two years of their academic career. The Biology Transfer Pathway AS is accepted at any Minnesota State university that offers a bachelor’s degree in biology. The university guarantees that a student transfers as a junior and may complete the degree with an additional 60 credits.

Faculty

Andrew Wold

B.A. Luther College

M.S. University of Minnesota

Jay Sandal

B.S. University of Minnesota Duluth

M.S. University of Minnesota Duluth

 

Amy Wold

B.A. Luther College

M.S. University of Minnesota Duluth

Cathy Podeszwa

B.A. Carleton College

M.S. University of Minnesota

Courses

BIOL 1005 Medical Terminology

BIOL 1010 Aspects of Biology

BIOL 1011 Introduction to Forensic Biology

BIOL 1060 Environmental Science

BIOL 1065 Ecology of Minnesota

BIOL 1101 General Biology I

BIOL 1102 General Biology II

BIOL 2005 Fundamentals of Nutrition

BIOL 2015 Pathophysiology

BIOL 2020 Human Anatomy and Physiology I

BIOL 2021 Human Anatomy and Physiology II

BIOL 2050 Principles of Ecology

BIOL 2090 Undergraduate Research

BIOL 2101 Genetics

Program Planners

Mission

The mission of the Biology Department is to provide quality instruction in the biological sciences that can transfer to bachelor’s degree programs, as well as to teach all students the relevance of biology and the use of the scientific method in everyday life.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will:

  • demonstrate an understanding of biological structure and function by accurately describing key components and interactions within biological systems.
  • apply the scientific method by making observations, developing hypotheses, designing experiments, and interpreting data to draw valid conclusions.
  • correctly use laboratory and field instruments and techniques in their study of biological systems.
  • communicate scientific topics and findings effectively through clear, logical, and coherent oral and written means.
  • recognize the interdisciplinary and ethical dimensions of biology.

Testimonials

It is awesome here at the FDLTCC Education Program because it is like a family here, if you need help or are struggling with anything, you have quite a few people who will help you out.

I chose FDLTCC because of its size and the curriculum. When I first came here in 2019, I was just looking for what I needed to volunteer, perhaps in a crisis shelter. I met with Don Jarvinen, and the rest is history.

My favorite thing about FDLTCC is the people. I’ve met fantastic students, faculty and staff who go above and beyond what I expected.