Proposal for Curriculum Change
to be approved by Council or by Academic Programs Committee
1. PROPOSAL IDENTIFICATION
Title of proposal: Major Program Revisions
Degree(s): B.Sc.
Field(s) of Specialization:
Level(s) of Concentration: Undergraduate
Option(s):
Degree College: Arts & Science
Department: Anatomy & Cell Biology,
Biochemistry, Microbiology and
Immunology, and Physiology
Home College: Medicine
Contact person(s) (name, telephone, fax, e-mail): Dr. Nick Ovsenek, 966-1460,
nick.ovsenek@usask.ca
Date: March 26, 2008
Approved by the degree college and/or home college: Yes – February 2008
Proposed date of implementation: September 2008
2. Type of change
Requiring approval by Council
XX Program revisions that will use new resources
Proposal Document
3. RATIONALE
The Departments of Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology &
Immunology, and Physiology are four of the five basic science departments within the
College of Medicine that offer undergraduate programs through the College of Arts and
Science. These departments along with the Department of Pharmacology have united to
form the Division of Biomedical Sciences.
The Division has developed a core of six undergraduate courses common to the
Departments of Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology,
and Physiology. After completing the common core, students choose a discipline specific
major prior to the third year of study.
The implementation of these common
core courses will streamline existing
course offerings and improve overall
program quality and efficiency. Students
will be exposed to introductory courses
in all four disciplines, allowing them to
make informed decisions when choosing
a major. The overall quality of programs
will improve through the integration of
knowledge
between
disciplines.
Opportunities for sharing knowledge and
resources continue to be explored. The
implementation of these courses will
provide the basis for future development
for a PHSI/PHARM program.
“…we hope that when the School of Biomedical
sciences comes into existence, the faculty will
work together to create more interdisciplinary
degree programs. One such program, which was
proposed in 2003 but never implemented, was a
B.Sc. in Physiology Pharmacology and
Therapeutics, sponsored jointly by the
Departments of Physiology and Pharmacology.
Innovative programs such as this one are more in
alignment with contemporary research in
academia And, industry and should be very
attractive to students.”
SPR Review of the Undergraduate
B.Sc. 3 Year, 4 Year and Honours
in Physiology, March, 2005
Other initiatives currently taking place within the Division fit well with the proposed
program changes. Significant progress has been made toward the amalgamation of
administrative, technical and clerical staff. A new General Office has been established
which combines staff from the Departments of Anatomy & Cell Biology, Microbiology
& Immunology, Pharmacology and Physiology. The ultimate goal is to create a center
that will provide excellent service to faculty, staff and students. The Division continues to
work toward incorporating the Department of Biochemistry into the General Office
administrative structure.
The proposed program changes are in alignment with the University of Saskatchewan’s
key planning dimensions as outlined in the Integrated Planning Foundational Document
(2002). Priorities such as improving the quality of instructional programs can be met
through the integration of knowledge within and between disciplines. This program will
preserve and enhance the traditional undergraduate teaching and service responsibilities
by strategically combining program offerings common to all Departments within the
Division. As well, it is in agreement with recommendations of the Systematic Program
Review.
“We support the model of a new undergraduate degree program in the proposed School of
Biomedical Sciences with a common curriculum for the first two years and a series of concentrations
for the third and fourth years.”
SPR Review of the Undergraduate B.Sc. 3 Year,
4 Year and Honours in Physiology, March, 2005
4. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM CHARACTERISTICS
The proposed changes follow the general requirements and standards of B.Sc. programs
and no new standards are being introduced.
The 2008/09 academic year is a transition period for the proposed changes. Please refer
to Appendix 1 to view the required initial calendar changes. Note that a draft version of
the imminent calendar changes for 2009/10 was submitted with the proposal package.
5. RESOURCES
The Division of Biomedical Sciences and the College of Medicine are in the process of
reviewing existing resources. Every effort will be made to redistribute existing funds to
accommodate the proposed changes.
A number of standing committees, including the BMSC Programs Committee, have been
established within the Division to deal with issues relating to academic programming and
resource allocation. The committees are comprised of representatives from each
discipline.
Existing courses will continue to be offered during the 2008/09 academic year. The first
of the newly proposed courses will be introduced in Term 1 (January 2009). Students
entering the University of Saskatchewan in September 2008 will follow the new program
requirements and will register in BMSC 200.3.
The remaining 5 common courses will be introduced in the 2009/10 academic year.
During this period, a number of 2nd year courses will be discontinued or re-numbered and
incorporated into discipline specific core programs. Several of these existing courses
have lab components. Resources used to fund the existing courses and labs will be redistributed and applied to the newly proposed courses and labs.
Table 1 below shows a list of currently offered courses. Note that 4 courses have
laboratory components (ACB 210.3, BIOC 212.3, MICR 214.3 and 216.3). Two of these
lab courses will be discontinued in 2009/10 (BIOC 212.3 and MICR 214.3).
MICR 216.3 will be re-numbered to MICR 316.3 and the lab component will be dropped.
Future changes to be submitted will renumber ACB 210.3 to 310.3. Both MICR 316.3
and ACB 310.3 will then be included in the major cores within the respective programs
during the 2009/10 academic year.
Table 1 – Illustration of Existing Lab Components
Current
ACB 200.3
ACB 210.3
BIOC 200.3
BIOC 211.3
BIOC 212.3
BIOC 230.3
MICR 214.3
MICR 216.3
Lab
No
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
HSC 208.6
No
Discontinued or Re-numbered
Discontinued
Re-numbered to ACB 310.3
Discontinued
Discontinued
Discontinued
Discontinued
Discontinued
Re-numbered to MCIM 316.3 and to be
offered as lecture only.
Discontinued
Table 2 – Illustration of Proposed Lab Components
Proposed
BMSC 200.3
BMSC 210.3
BMSC 220.3
BMSC 230.3
BMSC 224.3
BMSC 240.3
Lab
No
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Note:
With the proposed new courses, there will be one 3 cu lab component less than the
existing course offerings.
Two new courses with lab components are proposed.
BMSC 224.3 - replaces the first half of HSC 208.6 and is offered jointly by the
Departments of Biology and Physiology. This course will have a lab component and the
expenses will be shared equally between the two departments. The cost sharing of the lab
portion of this course is currently under negotiation.
BMSC 240.3 – new laboratory course. The BMSC Programs Committee has
recommended that this course will be coordinated and taught (initially) by a 3 year term
Lecturer appointment to be hired effectively January, 2009. This individual will have a
PhD and possess the skills needed to teach elements from Anatomy & Cell Biology,
Microbiology & Immunology and Biochemistry. This position will be allocated to one of
the Departments within the Division and the individual will report to the BMSC
Programs Committee.
The Division is in the process of identifying sharing opportunities between the
Biomedical Science Departments with regard to staffing and resourcing the laboratories.
Transition Year
In order to accommodate stakeholders and students in programs in progress, all existing
course will be offered in 2008/09. As noted above, the first BMSC course will be
introduced in Term 2 of January, 2009 (BMSC 200.3).
The core program can be largely handled within the existing resource base of the
collective departments in the Division. The budget items that will be required for
implementation of the program relate primarily to BMSC 224.3 and BMSC 240.3. A
proposal for the Division’s share of Teaching Assistants (TA’s) and consumables for
BMSC 224.3 is to be presented to the Budget Planning and Priorities Committee of the
College of Medicine on May 12th, 2008. The College of Medicine has provided resources
for the Division’s share of equipment for this laboratory. A proposal for implementation
of BMSC 240.3, including TA’s consumables and equipment will be presented to the
Budget Planning and Priorities Committee of the College of Medicine on May 12th, 2008.
6. RELATIONSHIPS AND IMPACT OF IMPLEMENTATION
The proposed courses will have a positive impact on students, the Division of Biomedical
Sciences, and the Departments within the Division. All will benefit from the combined
expertise among the disciplines early on in their programs. Course content will be
streamlined and wherever possible resources shared. Operating as a unit with a common
core of courses will provide the foundation for integration between the biomedical
science disciplines.
The Division of Biomedical Sciences has consulted with all stakeholders in the creation
and design of the core courses. On going consultation is taking place with respect to the
replacement of HSC 208.6. For a complete list of stakeholders please refer to the initially
submitted proposal.
7. BUDGET
No budget changes are anticipated for library resources or space allocations. Budget
design for IT and for laboratory costs are currently in progress within the College of
Medicine.
College Statement
The College of Arts & Science has reviewed and approved the proposal submitted by the
Division of Biomedical Sciences. The proposal was subjected to the standard review and
approval process required by the College of Arts & Science.
Summary of New Courses:
BMSC 200.3 Biomolecules
Lecture = 3 hours T1 and T2
Prerequisite(s) CHEM 112.3; BIOL 30
Calendar description An introduction to the structures, general properties, and functions of
simple and complex biomolecules: amino acids, peptides, proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates,
lipids and nucleic acids as well as membranes and solute transport.
BMSC 210.3 Microbiology
Lecture = 3 hours T2
Prerequisite(s) BIOL 120.3; BMSC 200.3
Calendar description An introduction to the structure, physiology, genetics and pathogenicity of
microorganisms. Topics include the structure and composition of bacteria and viruses, bacterial
growth, genetics, and regulation, the role of microorganisms in disease, and an introduction to the
immune system.
BMSC 220.3 Eukaryotic Cell Biology
Lecture = 3 hours T2
Prerequisite(s) BIOL 120.3; BMSC 200.3
Calendar description An introduction to the biology of eukaryotic cells. Topics include
organization of eukaryotic chromosomes; the flow of genetic information from nucleus to
cytoplasm; cellular membranes and organelles; control of cell division; and signaling between
cells Contrasts between eukaryotic cells and prokaryotic microbial cells will be discussed, as
well as distinctions between plant and animal cells.
BMSC 224.3 Animal Body Systems
Lecture = 3 hours Lab = 4 hours T1/T2
Prerequisite(s) BIOL 120.3
Calendar description This course will study the problems all animals have to overcome in order
to survive and reproduce, and the different body systems that must deal with both unique and
common environmental challenges.
BMSC 230.3 Metabolism
Lecture = 3 hours T2
Prerequisite(s) BIOL 120.3; BMSC 200.3
Calendar description An introduction to the thermodynamic aspects of energy metabolism and
the principles of anabolic and catabolic metabolic pathways. Emphasis will be placed on the
overall purpose of the major pathways, the precursor molecules leading into these pathways, the
important pathway products and the basic types of control that regulate metabolic flux. Examples
in prokaryotic systems will be provided where possible.
BMSC 240.3 Laboratory Techniques
Lecture = 3 hours; Lab = 4 hours T1/T2
Prerequisite(s) CHEM 112.3; and BMSC 200.3 (co-requisite).
Calendar description This laboratory course provides an introduction to the theory and
application of basic techniques in biochemistry, cell biology and microbiology which will serve
as a foundation for upper year specialization courses.
Calendar Revisions
The Division of Biomedical Sciences
(Departments of Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology and Physiology)
1. In the program requirements by subject list, please add a link called
“Biomedical Sciences” as noted.
Arts & Science/Program Requirements by Subject
Program Requirements by Subject
Aboriginal Public Administration
Anatomy & Cell Biology
Anthropology
Archaeology
Architecture
Art & Art History
Astronomy
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics
Biology
Biomolecular Structure Studies
Biomedical Sciences
Biotechnology
Catholic Studies
Chemistry
Chinese
Classical, Medieval & Renaissance
Studies (CMRS)
Classical & Near Eastern Archaeology
Classics
Computer Science
Computing
Cree
Drama
Economics
English
Entrepreneurship
Environmental Earth Sciences
Fine Arts
Food Science
French
Geography
Geological Sciences
Geophysics
German
Greek
Hebrew
History
Indigenous Peoples and Justice
Programs
Interdisciplinary Programs
International Studies
Land Use & Environmental Studies
Languages & Linguistics
Latin
Linguistics
Literature
Mathematical Physics
Mathematics & Statistics
Microbiology & Immunology
Music
Native Studies
Northern Studies
Palaeobiology
Philosophy
Physics & Engineering Physics
Physiology
Political Studies
Prairie Studies
Psychology
Public Administration
Regional and Urban Development
Religious Studies
Russian
Sanskrit
Science
Semitic Languages
Sociology
Spanish
Toxicology
Ukrainian
Urban Planning
Women's & Gender Studies
When you click on “Biomedical Sciences,” please link to a page that
includes the following information:
Biomedical Sciences
Important note: Students entering the University of Saskatchewan effective
September, 2008 interested in pursing B.Sc. degrees in biomedical sciences (Anatomy &
Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology or Physiology) will follow new
program requirements as listed below.
Students who started programs in biomedical sciences (Anatomy & Cell Biology,
Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology or Physiology) prior to September 2008 can
refer to the existing program requirements by subject. Students in transition have the
option of following either the existing program requirements or the new requirements and
are encouraged to see an academic advisor.
Biomedical Sciences
Biomedical Sciences is a division within the College of Medicine that provides an
administrative and governance structure for the five basic science departments of
Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology and Pharmacology. Each of these
departments offer graduate programs through the College of Graduate Studies and
Research, and four of the five (Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology &
Immunology, and Physiology) offer undergraduate programs through the College of
Arts and Science.
Biomedical Science focuses on the understanding of basic biological problems and
how they relate to human health and medicine. Students aspiring to obtain admission
to health care related professional schools such as Medicine, Dentistry, Physical
Therapy, Optometry, Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy, or those who wish to
pursue a career in research typically enroll in biomedical sciences. Graduates are
also prepared for careers in biotechnology and they can find employment in
academic/research institutions and related industry.
Programs Offered
B.Sc. 3-year, 4-year and Honours programs - offered by the Departments of
Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology and Physiology.
Biotechnology Options – offered by the Departments of Anatomy & Cell Biology,
Biochemistry, and Microbiology & Immunology.
Double Honours programs within the biomedical sciences can also be arranged with
careful planning. Students considering a double Honours program must consult an
academic advisor within the specific departments of interest.
Biomedical Sciences B.Sc. Degree Requirements C1 – C5
New degree requirements common to all biomedical science undergraduate
programs in Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology &
Immunology and Physiology come into effect September 2008 (distribution
requirements 1 – 5) for Type C programs.
C1 Natural Science Requirement (15 cu)
BIOL 120.3; CHEM 112.3, 115.3; PHYS 115.3, 117.3 (or 125.3).
C2 Humanities Writing Requirement (6 credit units)
6 credit units from the following: 100-level English; 100-level History; LIT 100.6; PHIL
120.3, 133.3.
C3 Social Science Requirement (6 credit units)
6 credit units from the Social Sciences.
C4 Mathematics/Statistics Requirement (3 Yr - 3 credit units; 4 Yr and Honours
– 6 credit units)
3 cu (3-Year); 6 cu (4-Year) Mathematics/Statistics
B.Sc. 3 Yr - 3 cu chosen from MATH 110.3, 112.3, 116.3, 125.3, 264.3; STAT 245.3,
246.3 or PLSC 314.3.
B.Sc. 4 Yr and Honours - 3 cu chosen from MATH 110.3, 112.3, 116.3, 125.3, 264.3;
and 3 cu chosen from STAT 245.3, 246.3 or PLSC 314.3.
Note: Math 125.3 is recommended.
C5 General Requirement (6 credit units)
6 cu selected from Humanities, Fine Arts, Social Sciences or Languages such that no
more than 6 cu are from any one subject area in requirement 2, 3, and 5.
Suggested Sequence of Courses
The Division of Biomedical Sciences has developed a core of six courses common to
all undergraduate programs in Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology &
Immunology and Physiology. The first of these courses (BMSC 200.3) is offered in
Term 2 of the 2008/09 academic year. The remaining 5 common courses will be
phased into the program during the 2009/10 academic year.
Students pursing programs in biomedical sciences (Anatomy & Cell Biology,
Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology or Physiology) and are entering the
University of Saskatchewan in September 2008 are strongly encouraged to
register in the suggested sequence of courses noted below.
Year 1
BIOL 120.3; CHEM 112.3, 115.3; MATH 125.3 (or equivalent); PHYS 115.3, 117.3
(or 125.3); BMSC 200.3 (or BIOC 200) and other type C degree requirements.
Years 2 - 4
Students are encouraged to see an academic advisor and refer to the 2009/10
calendar.
2. At the top of the departmental program by subject page for Anatomy &
Cell Biology, insert the following:
Anatomy & Cell Biology
Students who started programs in Anatomy & Cell Biology prior to September 2008
follow the requirements as listed below.
Students entering the University of Saskatchewan effective September, 2008 interested
in pursing programs in Anatomy & Cell Biology must refer to new program requirements
listed under Biomedical Sciences. Students in transition have the option of following
either the existing program requirements or the new requirements and are encouraged to
see an academic advisor.
3. At the top of the departmental program by subject page for Biochemistry,
insert the following:
Biochemistry
Students who started programs in Biochemistry prior to September 2008 follow the
requirements as listed below.
Students entering the University of Saskatchewan effective September, 2008 interested
in pursing programs in Biochemistry must refer to new program requirements listed under
Biomedical Sciences. Students in transition have the option of following either the
existing program requirements or the new requirements and are encouraged to see an
academic advisor.
4. At the top of the departmental program by subject page for Microbiology
& Immunology, insert the following:
Microbiology & Immunology
Students who started programs in Microbiology & Immunology prior to September 2008
follow the requirements as listed below.
Students entering the University of Saskatchewan effective September, 2008 interested
in pursing programs in Microbiology & Immunology must refer to new program
requirements listed under Biomedical Sciences. Students in transition have the option of
following either the existing program requirements or the new requirements and are
encouraged to see an academic advisor.
5. At the top of the departmental program by subject page for Physiology,
insert the following:
Physiology
Students who started programs in Physiology prior to September 2008 follow the
requirements as listed below.
Students entering the University of Saskatchewan effective September, 2008 interested
in pursing programs in Physiology must refer to new program requirements listed under
Biomedical Sciences. Students in transition have the option of following either the
existing program requirements or the new requirements and are encouraged to see an
academic advisor.
6. Course Descriptions - add BMSC 200.3 to the course calendar
descriptions.
http://www.usask.ca/calendar/arts&science/courses/
Courses
For details on College of Arts & Science courses see the Course Catalogue section of the
Calendar under the following subject headings. Only courses in these subjects are acceptable for
credit towards an Arts & Science degree. Transfer Courses from other colleges are available at
the website or from the Undergraduate Office.
As of 2005-2006, certain course abbreviations have changed. Students with credit for a
course under its former label may not take the relabelled course for credit.
Anatomy and Cell Biology (ACB)
Anthropology (ANTH)
Archaeology (ARCH)
Art (ART)
Art History (ARTH)
Astronomy (ASTR)
Biochemistry (BIOC)
Bioinformatics (BINF)
Biology (BIOL)
Biomedical Sciences (BMSC)
Biomolecular Structure Studies
(BMST)
Biotechnology (BTEC)
Canadian Studies (CNS)
Catholic Studies (CTST)
Chemistry (CHEM)
Chinese (CHIN)
Classical, Medieval and
Renaissance Studies (CMRS)
Classics (CLAS)
College Scholars (CSCH)
Computer Science (CMPT)
Cree (CREE)
Drama (DRAM)
Economics (ECON)
English (ENG)
French (FREN)
Geography (GEOG)
Geological Sciences (GEOL)
German (GERM)
Greek (GRK)
Health Science (HSC)
Hebrew (HEB)
History (HIST)
Indigenous Peoples and Justice
Program (IPJP)
Interdisciplinary Studies (INTS)
International Studies (IS)
Land Use and Environmental
Studies (LUES)
Latin (LATN)
Linguistics (LING)
Literature (LIT)
Mathematics (MATH)
Microbiology and Immunology
(MICR)
Music (MUS)
Music Applied (MUAP)
Native Studies (NS)
Northern Studies (NRTH)
Palaeobiology (PBIO)
Philosophy (PHIL)
Physics and Engineering Physics
(PHYS)
Physiology (HSC, PHSI)
Political Studies (POLS)
Psychology (PSY)
Regional and Urban Development
(RUD)
Religious Studies (RLST)
Russian (RUSS)
Sanskrit (SNSK)
Science (SC)
Sociology (SOC)
Spanish (SPAN)
Special Studies (SPST)
Statistics (STAT)
Toxicology (TOX)
Ukrainian (UKR)
Women's and Gender Studies
(WGST)
http://www.usask.ca/calendar/pdf/Un
dergraduate_Courses_2007.pdf
BMSC 200.3 – 2(3L)
Biomolecules
An introduction to the structures, general properties, and functions of simple and complex biomolecules:
amino acids, peptides, proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids as well as membranes and
solute transport.
Prerequisites: BIOL 30, CHEM 112.3
CALENDAR CHANGES FOR THE DIVISION OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
Under PROGRAMS in the Arts and Science section of the calendar, in alpha order, insert a new
heading called BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES. Under this new heading insert the following new
information:
BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
The Division of Biomedical Sciences exists within the College of Medicine. The Division
provides an administrative and governance structure for the five basic science departments of Anatomy &
Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology, Physiology and Pharmacology. Each of these
departments offer graduate programs through the College of Graduate Studies and Research, and four of
the five (Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology, and Physiology) offer
undergraduate programs through the College of Arts and Science.
Biomedical Science focuses on the understanding of basic biological problems and how they relate to
human health and medicine. Students aspiring to obtain admission to health care related professional
schools such as Medicine, Dentistry, Physical Therapy, Optometry, Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy, or
those who wish to pursue a career in research typically enroll in biomedical sciences. Graduates are also
prepared for careers in biotechnology and they can find employment in academic/research institutions and
related industry.
Students interested in biomedical sciences first register in a common core of courses. These courses are
designed to allow students to select an area of specialization after completing the second year of study.
Programs Offered
The Departments of Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology and Physiology
each offer 3-year, 4-year and Honours programs leading to B.Sc. degrees. Biotechnology options for 4-year
and Honours programs are offered by the Departments of Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry and
Microbiology & Immunology. Double Honours programs can also be arranged with careful planning.
Students considering a double Honours program must consult an academic advisor within the specific
department of interest.
Program Requirements Effective September 2008
Within the Division there are 6 common core biomedical science courses (BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3,
224.3, 230.3 and 240.3) which are required in all programs offered by the Departments of Anatomy & Cell
Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology and Physiology. These courses are included within
the major and are therefore incorporated in Requirement C6.
New degree requirements common to the biomedical science undergraduate programs in Anatomy
& Cell Biology, Biochemistry Microbiology & Immunology and Physiology come into effect
September 2008 (distribution requirements 1 – 5) for Type C programs. Students currently in the
second, or third year of a Type C program must complete the old degree requirements as outlined in
the 2006/07 calendar. Students commencing a Type C biomedical program in 2008 onward must
follow the new Degree Requirements as listed below.
Biomedical Sciences Program Requirements C1 – C5
(Common to all B.Sc. Programs in Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology
and Physiology)
C1 Natural Science Requirement (15 cu)
BIOL 120.3; CHEM 112.3, 115.3; PHYS 115.3, 117.3 or 125.3.
C2 Humanities Writing Requirement (6 credit units)
6 credit units from the following: 100-level English; 100-level History; LIT 100.6; PHIL 120.3, 133.3.
C3 Social Science Requirement (6 credit units)
6 credit units from the Social Sciences.
C4 Mathematics/Statistics Requirement (3 Yr - 3 credit units; 4 Yr and Honours – 6 credit units)
3 cu (3-Year); 6 cu (4-Year) Mathematics/Statistics
B.Sc. 3 Yr - 3 cu chosen from MATH 110.3, 112.3, 116.3, 125.3, 264.3; STAT 245.3, 246.3 or PLSC
314.3.
B.Sc. 4 Yr and Honours - 3 cu chosen from MATH 110.3, 112.3, 116.3, 125.3, 264.3; and 3 cu chosen from
STAT 245.3, 246.3 or PLSC 314.3.
Note: Math 125.3 is recommended.
C5 General Requirement (6 credit units)
6 cu selected from Humanities, Fine Arts, Social Sciences or Languages such that no more than 6 cu are
from any one subject area in requirement 2, 3, and 5.
Suggested Sequence of Courses for Division of Biomedical Sciences Common Core years One and
Two (Departments of Anatomy & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology and
Physiology):
Year1
Students should enroll in BIOL 120.3; CHEM 112.3, 115.3; MATH 125.3 (or equivalent); PHYS 115.3,
117.3 or 125.3; BMSC 200.3 and other program electives.
Year 2
Students entering second year should consult with an academic advisor. Students should enroll in BMSC
210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; CHEM 250.3 and other program electives.
Note: For Requirements C6 and C7, see the individual biomedical science departments as listed below:
DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY & CELL BIOLOGY
The Department of Anatomy & Cell Biology programs provide education in four sub-disciplines of the
anatomical sciences (cell biology, developmental biology, gross anatomy, and neurobiology) and include
prerequisite courses for professional schools and graduate studies in many areas of the life sciences.
Graduates have career opportunities in biomedical and biotechnology research.
Listed below are the Major Requirements (C6) and Electives Requirements (C7) for the B.Sc. 4-year, 3year and Honours programs in Anatomy & Cell Biology, and for the 4-year and Honours programs in Cell
Biology & Biotechnology.
B.Sc. Four-year Anatomy & Cell Biology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (60 credit units)
ACB 210.3, 325.3, 330.3, 331.3, 405.3; BIOL 226.3; BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3;
CHEM 250.3; plus an additional 21 credit units selected from Anatomy & Cell Biology Program
Electives.*
C7 Electives Requirement
Courses to complete the requirements for the 120 credit unit Four-year program, of which at least 66 credit
units must be at the 200 or higher level.
B.Sc. Three-year Anatomy & Cell Biology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (42 credit units)
ACB 210.3, 325.3, 330.3, 331.3; BIOL 226.3; BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; CHEM
250.3; plus an additional 6 credit units selected from Anatomy & Cell Biology Program Electives.*
C7 Electives Requirement
Courses to complete the requirements for the 90 credit unit Three-year program, of which at least 42 credit
units must be at the 200 or higher level.
B.Sc. Honours Anatomy & Cell Biology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (60 credit units)
ACB 210.3, 325.3, 330.3, 331.3, 402.6, 405.3; BIOL 226.3; BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3,
240.3; CHEM 250.3; plus and additional 15 credit units selected from Anatomy & Cell Biology Program
Electives.*
C7 Electives Requirement
Courses to complete the requirements for 120 credit unit Four-year Honours program, of which at least 66
credit units must be at the 200 or higher level.
*Anatomy & Cell Biology Program Electives
ACB 334.3, 401.6 (for non-honours only), 404.3; ARCH 270.3; BIOC 310.3, 311.3 (or MICR 391.3),
430.3, 435.3, 436.3, 437.3; BINF 200.3; BIOL 316.3, 352.3, 416.3; HSC 350.3; MICR 216.3, 308.3, 309.3,
387.3, 391.3 (or BIOC 311.3), 416.3, 417.3, 421.3; PATH 205.3; PCOL 350.6; PHSI 336.3, 337.3, 346.3,
347.3, 348.3; TOX 300.3, 301.3.
Suggested Sequence of Courses
Year 1
Students must enroll in BIOL 120.3; CHEM 112.3, 115.3; MATH 125.3 (or equivalent); PHYS 115.3,
117.3 or 125.3; BMSC 200.3 (T2).
Year 2
Students entering second year must consult with a departmental advisor. Students should enroll in BMSC
210.3, 220.3, 230.3, 224.3, 240.3; BIOL 226.3; CHEM 250.3; and one of PLSC 314.3 or STAT 245.3 or
246.3.
Year 3
Students entering third year must consult with a departmental advisor. Students should enroll in ACB
210.3, 325.3, 330.3, 331.3. In addition, students must take 6 credit units from the list of Anatomy & Cell
Biology program electives. Students in the Three-year program must complete any outstanding Program
Type C requirements.
Year 4
Students entering fourth year must consult with a departmental advisor. Students in the Four-year B.Sc.
program should enroll in ACB 405.3 and take 15 credit units from the list of Anatomy & Cell Biology
program electives. Honours students in the B.Sc. program should enroll in ACB 402.6 and 405.3, and take
9 credit units from the list of Anatomy & Cell Biology program electives. All students must also complete
any outstanding Program Type C requirements.
Cell Biology & Biotechnology Programs
The Department of Anatomy & Cell Biology also offers Four-year B.Sc. and Honours B.Sc. degrees in Cell
Biology and Biotechnology. These programs are designed to provide students with a multidisciplinary
perspective in the developing field of biotechnology. In addition to receiving a solid background in the life
sciences, students in the Cell Biology & Biotechnology program take courses examining the social,
economic, and commercial issues associated with biotechnology.
B.Sc. Four-year Cell Biology & Biotechnology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (66 credit units)
ACB 325.3, 331.3, 405.3; BIOL 226.3; BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; CHEM 250.3;
plus an additional 33 credit units to be selected from ACB 210.3, 330.3, 334.3, 401.6, 404.3; ANSC 313.3,
470.3; BINF 200.3; BIOC 311.3, 436.3, 437.3; BIOL 316.3; HSC 350.3; MICR 216.3, 387.3, 391.3, 417.3,
425.3; PCOL 350.6; TOX 300.3, 301.3.
C7 Electives Requirement
Open electives to complete the requirements for 120 credit unit Four-year program, of which at least 66
credit units must be at the 200 or higher level.
Interdisciplinary Requirements: PHIL 236.3 plus 9 cu selected from AGEC 292.3; BTEC 301.3; COMM
345.3, 346.4; POLS 362.3; SOC 292.3, 323.3.
NOTE: PHIL 236.3 may be used in distribution requirement C5; SOC 292.3, 323.3, AGEC 292.3, POLS
362.3 may be used in distribution requirements C3 or C5; BTEC 301.3, COMM 345.3, 346.3 can be used
in distribution requirement C7).
All required Interdisciplinary courses are included in the calculation of the Major Average.
Students interested in the applications of biotechnology to human health and tissue functions are
encouraged to include ACB 210.3.
B.Sc. Honours Cell Biology & Biotechnology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (66 credit units)
ACB 325.3, 331.3, 402.6, 405.3; BIOL 226.3; BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; CHEM
250.3; plus an additional 27 credit units selected from ACB 210.3, 330.3, 334.3, 404.3; ANSC 313.3,
470.3; BINF 200.3; BIOC 311.3, 436.3, 437.3; BIOL 316.3; HSC 350.3; MICR 216.3, 387.3, 391.3, 417.3,
425.3; PCOL 350.6; TOX 300.3, 301.3.
C7 Electives Requirement
Open electives to complete the requirements for 120 credit unit Four-year Honours program, of which at
least 66 credit units must be at the 200 or higher level.
Interdisciplinary Requirements: PHIL 236.3 plus 9 cu selected from AGEC 292.3; BTEC 301.3; COMM
345.3, 346.4; POLS 362.3; SOC 292.3, 323.3.
NOTE: PHIL 236.3 may be used in distribution requirement C5; SOC 292.3, 323.3, AGEC 292.3, POLS
362.3 may be used in distribution requirements C3 or C5; BTEC 301.3, COMM 345.3, 346.3 can be used
in distribution requirement C7).
All required Interdisciplinary courses are included in the calculation of the Major Average.
Students interested in the applications of biotechnology to human health and tissue functions are
encouraged to include ACB 210.3.
Students who do not meet the standard for an Honours degree in the Biotechnology program are eligible to
be considered for the B.Sc. Four-year degree in Cell Biology & Biotechnology.
DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY
The Biochemistry program provides education and training in the molecular approach to the study of the
life sciences. Individual student programs in Biochemistry can emphasize biotechnology, cell biochemistry,
chemical approaches, metabolism, molecular biology, plant biochemistry, protein structure and function, or
signal transduction. Programs in Biochemistry include essential prerequisite courses for life science
professional schools and graduate studies in many areas of the life sciences. Graduates at all levels find
employment in industry involved in many areas of biotechnology and other life science research
enterprises.
Listed below are the Major Requirements (C6) and Electives Requirements (C7) for the B.Sc. 4-year, 3year, and Honours in Biochemistry, and for the 4-year and Honours programs in Biochemistry &
Biotechnology. Also note that the Department of Biochemistry offers interdisciplinary programs in
Bioinformatics and Biomolecular Structure Studies. See the index for more information on these programs.
Note: All completed senior chemistry courses will be used in the calculation of the major average.
B.Sc. Four-year Biochemistry (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (39 credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; BIOC 310.3, 311.3 (or MICR 391.3), BIOC 490.0
(attendance in BIOC 490.0 is required in both term 1 and 2); CHEM 250.3; plus 12 credit units
Biochemistry electives of which at least 9 credit units are selected from BIOC 412.3, 420.3, 430.3, 435.3,
436.3, 437.3, 488.3, 489.6; BMST 305.3, 406.3, 408.3; BINF 300.3; and at most 3 credit units are selected
from ACB 325.3; BIOL 316.3, 331.3, 420.3; CHEM 456.3; CHE 461.3; MICR 390.3, 417.3, 421.3; PHSI
337.3, 348.3.
C7 Electives Requirement (42 credit units)
Required Cognate Courses - at least 33 credit units science electives.*
Open Electives - at most 9 credit units open electives to complete the requirements for 120 credit unit Fouryear program, of which at least 66 must be at the 200 or higher level.
B.Sc. Three-year Biochemistry (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (27 credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; BIOC 310.3 or 311.3 (or MICR 391.3); CHEM 250.3; plus
3 credit units of Biochemistry electives selected from BIOC 412.3, 420.3, 430.3, 435.3, 436.3, 437.3.
C7 Electives Requirement (27 credit units)
Required Cognate Courses - at least 21 credit units science electives.*
Open Electives - at most 6 credit units open electives to complete the requirements for 90 credit unit Threeyear program, of which at least 42 must be at the 200 or higher level.
B.Sc. Honours Biochemistry (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (51 credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; BIOC 310.3, 311.3 (or MICR 391.3), BIOC 490.0
(attendance in BIOC 490.0 is required in both term 1 and 2); CHEM 250.3; plus 6 credit units senior
CHEM; and 18 credit units Biochemistry electives of which at least 12 credit units are selected from BIOC
412.3, 420.3, 430.3, 435.3, 436.3, 437.3, 488.3, 489.6; BMST 305.3, 406.3, 408.3; BINF 300.3; and at
most 6 credit units are selected from ACB 325.3; BIOL 316.3, 331.3, 420.3; CHEM 456.3; CHE 461.3;
MICR 390.3, 417.3, 421.3; PHSI 337.3, 348.3.
C7 Electives Requirement (30 credit units)
Required Cognate Courses - at least 21credit units science electives.*
Open Electives - at most 9 credit units open electives to complete the requirements for 120 credit unit Fouryear program, of which at least 66 must be at the 200 or higher level.
*Science Electives for Biochemistry Programs
Science Electives (C7 Requirement) may be selected from all courses in Anatomy and Cell Biology;
Biochemistry; Biology except BIOL 105.3, 107.6, 108.6, 253.3 (or 228.3); Chemistry; Computer Science;
Mathematics; Microbiology & Immunology; Physics; Physiology; Statistics; and all courses listed under
**Science Electives for Biochemistry and Biochemistry & Biotechnology Programs.
Suggested Sequence of Courses
Students entering 2nd, 3rd and 4th year must consult with a faculty advisor in the Biochemistry Department.
Year 1
BIOL 120.3; CHEM 112.3, 115.3; MATH 125.3 (or equivalent); PHYS 115.3, 117.3 or 125.3; BMSC
200.3 (T2) and other program electives.
Year 2
BMSC 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; CHEM 250.3 and other program electives.
Year 3
Students completing a Three-year degree should enroll in BIOC 310.3 or 311.3 (or MICR 391.3); 3 credit
units in biochemistry as an elective, and any outstanding Program Type C requirements. Students in the
Four-year or Honours program should enroll in BIOC 310.3, 311.3 (or MICR 391.3), and in 3 - 6 credit
units of biochemistry electives. Upperyear biochemistry courses (BIOC 412.3, 420.3, 430.3, 432.3, 435.3, 436.3, 437.3) are offered only in
alternate years as are some of the other senior life science courses. Honours students should enroll in at
least 3 credit units of senior CHEM.
Year 4
Students in 4th year should complete the biochemistry and chemistry course requirements as well as any
outstanding Program Type C Requirements. Enrolment in BIOC 490.0 is required. BIOC 488.3 or 489.6 is
recommended.
Biochemistry & Biotechnology Programs
The Biochemistry & Biotechnology program has an emphasis on molecular biology, ethics, public policy
considerations, and commercial issues. Programs can be designed with an emphasis on animal, medical,
microbial, or plant applications. Biochemistry and Biotechnology is an interdisciplinary program needing
careful planning, and early consultation with an advisor is required. Students must consult with an advisor
from the Biochemistry department at the end of their first, second and third years.
B.Sc. Four-year Biochemistry & Biotechnology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (39 credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; BIOC 310.3, 311.3 (or MICR 391.3), 436.3 (or 412.3),
490.0; BIOL 226.3; 6 credit units from BIOC 412.3, 420.3, 430.3, 435.3, 436.3, 437.3, 488.3, 489.6;
CHEM 250.3.
C7 Electives Requirement
Science electives** and at most 6 credit units open electives to complete the 120 credit unit Four-year
program, of which at least 66 credit units must be at the 200 or higher level.
Interdisciplinary Requirements: PHIL 236.3 plus 9 cu selected from AGEC 292.3; BTEC 301.3; COMM
345.3, 346.4; POLS 362.3; SOC 292.3, 323.3.
NOTE: PHIL 236.3 may be used in distribution requirement C5; SOC 292.3, 323.3, AGEC 292.3, POLS
362.3 may be used in distribution requirements C3 or C5; BTEC 301.3, COMM 345.3, 346.3 can be used
in distribution requirement C7).
All required Interdisciplinary courses are included in the calculation of the Major Average.
B.Sc. Honours Biochemistry & Biotechnology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (45credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; BIOC 310.3, 311.3 (or MICR 391.3), BIOC 436.3 (or
412.3), 490.0; BIOL 226.3; CHEM 250.3; plus 9 credit units from BIOC 412.3, 420.3, 430.3, 435.3, 436.3,
437.3, 488.3, 489.6; and 3 credit units senior CHEM (CHEM 255.3 is recommended).
C7 Electives Requirement
Science electives** and at most 6 credit units open electives to complete 120 credit unit Four-year
program, of which at least 66 must be at the 200 or higher level.
Interdisciplinary Requirements: PHIL 236.3 plus 9 cu selected from AGEC 292.3; BTEC 301.3; COMM
345.3, 346.4; POLS 362.3; SOC 292.3, 323.3.
NOTE: PHIL 236.3 may be used in distribution requirement C5; SOC 292.3, 323.3, AGEC 292.3, POLS
362.3 may be used in distribution requirements C3 or C5; BTEC 301.3, COMM 345.3, 346.3 can be used
in distribution requirement C7).
All required Interdisciplinary courses are included in the calculation of the Major Average.
**Science Electives for Biochemistry and Biochemistry & Biotechnology Programs
Science Electives (C7 Requirement) may be
• FAMS 433.3 Microbial Insecticides
selected from:
• FAMS 434.3 Industrial Microbiology I
• ASTR 101.6
• FAMS 435.3 Microbial Techniques
• ANSC 313.3 Animal Breeding and
• FAMS 437.3 Industrial Microbiology II
Genetics
• FAMS 450.3
• ANSC 470.3 Applied Animal
• FAMS 452.3
Biotechnology
• FAMS 457.3
• BINF 200.3
• GEOG 120.3
• BINF 300.3
• GEOG 125.3
• BINF 400.3
• GEOL 108.3
• BMST 305.3
• GEOL 109.3
• BMST 406.3
• GEOL 121.3
• BMST 408.3
• GEOL 122.3
• COMM 207.3
• HSC 208.6
• ECON 204.6
• HSC 350.3
• FAMS 323.3
• KIN 121.3 Functional Effects of
• FAMS 345.3
Physical Activity
• FAMS 412.3
• KIN 222.3 Biomechanics I
• FAMS 415.3 Advanced Food
• KIN 225.3 Introductory Exercise
Chemistry
Physiology I
• FAMS 417.3 Food Analysis
• KIN 226.3 Introductory Exercise
• FAMS 425.3 Food Microbiology
Physiology II
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KIN 425.3 Physiology of Exercise
KIN 428.3 Nutrition, Drugs and
Physical Activity
KIN 442.3 Biomechanics II
NUTR 120.3 Basic Nutrition
NUTR 221.3 Advanced Nutrition:
Micronutrients
NUTR 305.3 Research Methods
NUTR 321.3 Advanced Nutrition:
Macronutrients and Energy
PLSC 240.3
PLSC 314.3 Statistical Methods
PLSC 345.3 Biological Activity and
Fate of Herbicides
PLSC 405.3 Evolution and Population
Genetics
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PLSC 416.3 Applied Plant
Biotechnology
PLSC 417.3 Crop Physiology
PSY 233.3
PSY 234.3
SOC 240.3
TOX 300.3
TOX 301.3
TOX 310.3
TOX 321.3
TOX 4O2.3
TOX 403.3
TOX 412.3
VBMS 428.3
DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY
The Department of Microbiology programs provide education in the areas of microbial physiology and
pathogenesis, microbial genetics (bacterial, bacteriophage and yeast), virology, tumour biology,
immunology and immunopathogenesis. Programs in microbiology include necessary courses for students
prepared to enter Graduate studies in biomedical sciences and into health related professional schools such
as Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy. Graduates are also prepared for careers in
broad aspects of biotechnology and they can find employment in academic/research institutions and related
industries.
Listed below are the Major Requirements (C6) and Electives Requirements (C7) for the B.Sc. 4-year, 3year and Honours in Microbiology and Immunology, and for the 4-year and Honours programs in
Microbiology & Biotechnology.
B.Sc. Four-year Microbiology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (54 credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; BIOL 226.3; CHEM 250.3; MICR 216.3, 387.3, 390.3,
391.3, 416.3, 309.3 (or 417.3), 421.3; plus 9 credit units selected from ACB 325.3; BIOC 310.3, 412.3,
436.3, 437.3; BIOL 436.3; FAMS 425.3, 430.3, 433.3, 434.3, 435.3, 437.3, 450.3; MICR 308.3, 309.3,
417.3, 423.3, 425.3, 491.6; SL SC 343.3.
C7 Electives Requirement
Open Electives - courses to complete the requirements for 120 credit unit Four-year program, of which at
least 66 must be at the 200 or higher level.
CHEM 255.3 is recommended.
B.Sc. Three-year Microbiology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (39 credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; CHEM 250.3; MICR 216.3, 390.3, 391.3; plus 9 credit
units selected from FAMS 425.3, 430.3, 433.3, 434.3, 435.3, 437.3, 450.3; MICR 308.3, 309.3, 387.3,
416.3, 417.3, 421.3, 423.3, 425.3.
C7 Electives Requirement
Open Electives - courses to complete the requirements for 90 credit unit Three-year program, of which at
least 42 must be at the 200 or higher level
CHEM 255.3 is recommended.
B.Sc. Honours Microbiology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (63 credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; BIOL 226.3; CHEM 250.3; MICR 216.3, 387.3, 390.3,
391.3, 416.3, 309.3 (or 417.3), 421.3, 490.0; plus 18 credit units selected from ACB 325.3; BIOC 310.3,
412.3, 436.3, 437.3; BIOL 436.3; FAMS 425.3, 430.3, 433.3, 434.3, 435.3, 437.3, 450.3; MICR 308.3,
309.3, 417.3, 423.3, 425.3, 491.6; SL SC 343.3.
C7 Electives Requirement
Open Electives - courses to complete the requirements for 120 credit unit Four-year program, of which at
least 66 must be at the 200 or higher level
CHEM 255.3 is recommended.
Microbiology & Biotechnology Programs (C6 and C7)
The Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology program has an emphasis on ethics, public policy
considerations, and commercial issues. Programs can be designed with an emphasis on microbial
physiology and pathogenesis, microbial genetics (bacterial, bacteriophage and yeast), virology, tumour
biology, immunology and immunopathogenesis. Microbiology and Biotechnology is an interdisciplinary
program needing careful planning, and early consultation with an advisor is required. Students must consult
with an advisor from the Microbiology and Immunology department at the end of their first, second and
third years.
B.Sc. Four-year Microbiology & Biotechnology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (54credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; BIOL 226.3; CHEM 250.3; MICR 216.3, 387.3, 390.3,
391.3, 416.3, 417.3, 421.3 plus 9 credit units selected from ACB 331.3; BIOC 310.3, 412.3, 436.3, 437.3;
BIOL 316.3, 420.3, 436.3; FAMS 425.3, 430.3, 433.3. 434.3, 435.3, 437.3, 450.3; MICR 308.3, 309.3,
423.3, 425.3, 491.6; PLSC 411.3, 416.3; SLSC 343.3.
C7 Electives Requirement
Open Electives - courses to complete the requirements for 120 credit unit Four-year program, of which at
least 66 must be at the 200 or higher level.
Interdisciplinary Requirements: PHIL 236.3 plus 9 cu selected from AGEC 292.3; BTEC 301.3; COMM
345.3, 346.4; POLS 362.3; SOC 292.3, 323.3.
NOTE: PHIL 236.3 may be used in distribution requirement C5; SOC 292.3, 323.3, AGEC 292.3, POLS
362.3 may be used in distribution requirements C3 or C5; BTEC 301.3, COMM 345.3, 346.3 can be used
in distribution requirement C7).
All required Interdisciplinary courses are included in the calculation of the Major Average.
B.Sc. Honours Microbiology and Biotechnology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (63 credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; BIOL 226.3; CHEM 250.3; MICR 216.3, 387.3, 390.3,
391.3, 416.3, 417.3, 421.3, 490.0; plus 18 credit units selected from ACB 331.3; BIOC 310.3, 412.3, 436.3,
437.3; BIOL 316.3, 420.3, 436.3; FAMS 425.3, 430.3, 433.3. 434.3, 435.3, 437.3, 450.3; MICR 308.3,
309.3, 423.3, 425.3, 491.6; PLSC 411.3; SLSC 343.3.
C7 Electives Requirement
Open Electives - courses to complete the requirements for 120 credit unit Four-year program, of which at
least 66 must be at the 200 or higher level.
Interdisciplinary Requirements: PHIL 236.3 plus 9 cu selected from AGEC 292.3; BTEC 301.3; COMM
345.3, 346.4; POLS 362.3; SOC 292.3, 323.3.
NOTE: PHIL 236.3 may be used in distribution requirement C5; SOC 292.3, 323.3, AGEC 292.3, POLS
362.3 may be used in distribution requirements C3 or C5; BTEC 301.3, COMM 345.3, 346.3 can be used
in distribution requirement C7).
All required Interdisciplinary courses are included in the calculation of the Major Average.
Students who do not meet the standard for a B.Sc. Honours Biotechnology are eligible to be considered for
a Four-year Microbiology and Biotechnology.
Courses in Other Departments and Colleges
• ACB 325.3 Advanced Cell Biology
• ACB 331.3 Methods in Cell and
Developmental Biology
• ANSC 313.3 Animal Breeding and
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BIOC 437.3 Systems Biology
BIOL 316.3 Molecular Genetics of
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BIOL 420.3 Molecular Biology of
Plants
BIOL 436.3 Animal Parasitology
FAMS 212.3 Applied Microbiology
FAMS 425.3 Principles of Food
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FAMS 434.3 Industrial Microbiology I
FAMS 435.3 Microbiological
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FAMS 437.3 Industrial Microbiology II
FAMS 450.3 Microbiology of the
Rumen
PLSC 411.3 Plant Breeding
PLSC 416.3 Applied Plant
Biotechnology
SLSC 343.3 Soil Microbiology
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY
The focus of the undergraduate programs in physiology is homeostasis in mammals, including humans.
Students will study body functions at cellular, organ and organ systems levels and the ways that these
functions are integrated in the whole animal.
Listed below are the Major Requirements (C6) and Electives Requirements (C7) for the B.Sc. 4-year, 3year, and Honours in Physiology.
B.Sc. Four-year Physiology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (51 credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; CHEM 250.3; HSC 350.3; PHSI 334.6, 336.3, 337.3,
346.3, 347.3, 348.3, 434.3, 436.3, 490.0.
C7 Electives Requirement
Open Electives - courses to complete the requirements for 120 credit unit Four-year program, of which at
least 66 must be at the 200 or higher level.
B.Sc. Three-year Physiology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (39 credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; CHEM 250.3; PHSI 334.6, 336.3, 337.3 plus 6 credit units
selected from PHSI 346.3, 347.3, 348.3, HSC 350.3.
C7 Electives Requirement
Open Electives - courses to complete the requirements for 90 credit unit Three-Year program, of which at
least 42 must be at the 200 or higher level
B.Sc. Honours Physiology (C6 and C7)
C6 Major Requirement (57 credit units)
BMSC 200.3, 210.3, 220.3, 224.3, 230.3, 240.3; CHEM 250.3; HSC 350.3; PHSI 334.6, 336.3, 337.3,
346.3, 347.3, 348.3, 432.6, 434.3, 436.3, 490.0
C7 Electives Requirement
Open Electives - courses to complete the requirements for 120 credit unit Four-year program, of which at
least 66 must be at the 200 or higher level
Courses in Other Departments and Colleges
VBMS 428.3 Gastrointestinal Physiology may be taken for credit towards a Physiology major and Honours
program. Students with interests in the neurosciences are encouraged to take ACB 334.3 and 404.3 as
electives.
Division of Biomedical Sciences
A list of basic science courses for which the prerequisites will change as a result of the six newly
proposed BMSC courses.
Course
Prerequisites
ACB 325.3
BMSC 220.3
(Previous prerequisites: ACB 200.3)
ACB 330.3
BMSC 220.3 and either ACB210.3 or BMSC 224.3
(Previous prerequisites: ACB 200.3 and either ACB 210.3 or BIOL 203 or 224)
ACB 331.3
BMSC 220.3, BMSC 240.3
(Previous prerequisites: ACB 200.3, BIOC 212.3 and permission of the department)
BIOC 230.3
BMSC 200.3
(Previous prerequisite: BIOC 200.3)
BIOC 310.3
BMSC 240.3, CHEM 250.3 and permission of the department. Preference will be
given to students in biochemistry programs.
(Previous prerequisites: BIOC 212.3, CHEM 250.3 and permission of the
department. Preference will be given to students in biochemistry programs).
BIOC 311.3
BMSC 240.3, CHEM 250.3 and one of BMSC 220.3, BIOL 226.3 or MICR 216.3
and permission of the department. BMSC 210.3 or FAMS 212.3 is recommended.
Preference will be given to biochemistry programs. Note: students with credit for
MICR 391.3 (395) may not take this course for credit.
(Previous prerequisites: BIOC 212.3, CHEM 250.3 and one of BIOC 230.3, BIOL
211.3 or 226.3, or MICR 216.3 and permission of the department. MICR 214.3 or
FAMS 212.3 is recommended. Preference will be given to students in the
biochemistry programs. Note: students with credit for MICR 391.3 (395) may not
take this course for credit).
BIOC 420.3
PLSC 240.3 or BMSC 200.3, 220.3, 230.3 and CHEM 250.3 or permission of the
instructor.
(Previous prerequisites: PLSC 240.3 or BIOC 200.3, 211.3, 230.3, and CHEM
250.3 or permission of the instructor).
BIOC 430.3
BMSC 230.3; BIOC 310.3; CHEM 250.3
(Previous prerequisites: BIOC 211.3, 310.3, CHEM 250.3).
BIOC 435.3
BMSC 230.3; CHEM 250.3
(Previous prerequisites: BIOC 211.3, CHEM 250.3).
MICR 214.3
BMSC 200.3 (or BIOC 200.3)
(Previous prerequisites: BIOL 120.3, CHEM 112 (both from 06-07 calendar;
possibly now renumbered))
MICR 216.3
BMSC 200.3 (or BIOC 200.3), BMSC 210.3, BMSC 240.3
(Previous prerequisites: FAMS 212.3 or MICR 214.3, BIOC 200.3)
MICR 308.3
BMSC 200.3 (or BIOC 200.3), BMSC 210.3, BMSC 240.3
(Previous prerequisites: FAMS 212.3 or MICR 214.3, BIOC 200.3)
MICR 309.3
BMSC 200.3 (or BIOC 200.3), BMSC 210.3, BMSC 240.3
(Previous prerequisites: FAMS 212.3 or MICR 214.3, BIOC 200.3)
MICR 387.3
BMSC 200.3, BMSC 210.3, BMSC 240.3; BIOL 226.3 recommended
(Previous prerequisites: Micro 214.3, 216.3, BIOC 200.3, BIOL 211.3)
MICR 390.3
BMSC 220.3, BMSC 210.3, BMSC 240.3, 220.3
(Previous prerequisites: BIOC 200.3, MICR 214.3, MICR 216.3)
MICR 391.3
BMSC 200.3, BMSC 210.3, BMSC 240.3
(Previous prerequisites: BIOC 200.3, MICR 214.3, MICR 216.3)
MICR 416.3
BMSC 200.3, BMSC 210.3, BMSC 240.3, MICR 387.3
(Previous prerequisites: MICR 214.3, 216.3, BIOC 200.3, BIOL 211.3 (or
concurrently))
MICR 417.3
BMSC 200.3, BMSC 210.3, BMSC 240.3, BMSC 220.3
(Previous prerequisites: FAMS 212.3 or MICR 214.3, BIOC 200.3)
MICR 421.3
BMSC 200.3, BMSC 210.3, BMSC 240.3, BMSC 220.3
MICR 423.3
MICR 425.3
PHSI 334.6
PHSI 336.3
PHSI 337.3
PHSI 346.3
PHSI 347.3
PHSI 348.3
HSC 350.3
(Previous prerequisites: FAMS 212.3 or MICR 214.3, BIOC 200.3)
BMSC 200.3, BMSC 210.3, BMSC 240.3
(Previous prerequisites: MICR 421.3)
BMSC 200.3, BMSC 210.3, BMSC 240.3
(Previous prerequisites: MICR 214, a course in genetics or molecular biology; or
dept. permission)
BMSC 240.3 and BMSC 224.3 or HSC 208.6
(Previous prerequisites: BIOC 200.3, 211.3, HSC 208.6, PHYS 111.6)
BMSC 220.3 and BMSC 224.3 or HSC 208.6
(Previous prerequisites: HSC 208.6, or ACB 200.3)
BMSC 200.3 and BMSC 224.3 or HSC 208.6
(Previous prerequisites: BIOC 200.3, 211.3, HSC 208.6)
BMSC 224.3 or HSC 208.6 and PHYS 115.3 and PHYS 117.3
(Previous prerequisites: HSC 208.6, PHYS 111.6)
BMSC 224.3 or HSC 208.6 and PHYS 115.3 and PHYS 117.3
(Previous prerequisites: HSC 208.6, PHYS 111.6)
BMSC 200.3, BMSC 224.3 or HSC 208.6
(Previous prerequisites: HSC 208.6, BIOC 200.3, 211.3, completion of or
enrollment in PHSI 336.3 and 337.3 or 335.3).
BMSC 224.3 or HSC 208.6
(Previous prerequisites: HSC 208.6 or ACB 202.3 or 210.3)
From: Fornssler, Cathie
Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2008 10:19 AM
To:
Nick Ovsenek (nick.ovsenek)
Cc:
Webster, Maureen; 'Alec Aitken'
Subject:
Questions about the Biomedical Sciences second year proposal
At its May 9 meeting, the Academic Programs Committee discussed the proposal for new courses
in
Biomedical Sciences and the related implications for program revisions and professional college
admission requirements. The Committee agreed that this revised program is a significant
accomplishment, and we applaud the Colleges of Medicine and Arts & Science for their
willingness to work together on this initiative.
We would like to ask you to attend the next APC meeting on Friday, May 23 at 2:30 pm in room
238 College Building, to discuss the following points.
- The overall context and implications of this proposal are unclear. What is the relationship
between the initiatives in this proposal and those of the first integrated plan? What are the
implications for health science students (and other programs who have depended on these original
courses) in other campus programs? Also, what impact might this have on future programming
such as development of a bachelor of science degree in health sciences.
- In terms of reorganization of laboratories, how do the new laboratories compare to those in the
existing program and what will the overall effect be on student learning outcomes? The
Committee felt that combining labs will cause student enrolment in those fewer labs to increase.
Is this a fair assessment, and if it is, what plans are in place to accommodate these larger groups?
The Committee is also interested to learn how the proposed reorganization, specifically the labs,
will affect lab structure and delivery at the third and fourth year level.
- What is anticipated to be the overall impact on resources due to this curriculum change, and
how would the College intend to accommodate the demand on additional resources if student
numbers increase?
- What implementation plan will the division be undertaking to inform new students about the
revised program and also to assure existing students that they could complete their programs?
The Committee suggests that a plan for informing and advising students should be developed.
The Committee also asked whether high school students could comply with admission and
prerequisite requirements for implementation of the revision this fall.
We look forward to discussing this proposal with you at the meeting -- please bring with you any
other program representatives who could contribute to this discussion.
Please note I have also received from Maureen some additional material on laboratory costs,
which I can distribute to the Committee.
Cathie
Response to questions from APC
1.
What is the relationship between the initiatives in this proposal and those of the first integrated
plan?
There is a direct relationship between the proposed
initiatives and those of the first integrated plan. The
initial plan identified core themes and emphasized
the importance of change, innovation and
economizing to stay competitive in the postsecondary environment. The College of Medicine
has taken action and successfully implemented
many of the ideas recommended in the plan.
“These and other themes have emerged
from the Integrated Planning process.
They are connected by the widespread
understanding that we must change,
innovate, economize, and invest in order
to compete in the post-secondary
environment of the 21st century.”
A Framework for Action
University of Saskatchewan
Integrated Plan 2003 – 07
Condensed Version
The
following are initiatives identified in the first
integrated plan that have been put into operation
by the College of Medicine and the Division of
Biomedical Sciences:
Core Themes
(Identified in First Integrated Plan)
Adherence to the Strategic Directions and Foundational
Documents is key, with the Integrated Plan translating
these ideas into concrete programmatic and
organizational changes.
Systematic Program Review generated many proposals
for new directions in academic planning and pointed out
that many of our programs could be made even stronger
by building on institutional strengths.
Innovation,
flexibility,
and
interdisciplinary
programming will help the University of Saskatchewan
capitalize on its strengths for the benefit of current and
future students.
Critical mass – the need for new programs is apparent, as
is our commitment to make decisive judgments about
priorities and follow up by shifting resources to areas of
greatest need and opportunity.
Pathways for students that lead to success require
investments in technology and student advising, as well
as more funding for students and student-based projects
Effective use of limited resources means fully exploiting
the sources of revenue we now have and finding new
sources for new initiatives, as well as establishing
funding partnerships wherever appropriate.
•
Established a new Division of Biomedical Sciences that provides a governance/administrative
structure for the five Basic Science Departments. As outlined in the original plan, this change in
organizational framework facilitates interdisciplinary programming and provides opportunities to focus
on collective strengths.
•
Developed a Common Core of 6 courses for the Division of Biomedical Sciences. This initiative
gives students greater choice and ensures a common educational experience in the life sciences as
preparation for all Health Science disciplines. The programming in the common core is informed by
research which is relayed to students during the first two years of study, bringing teaching and research
together. The common core uses existing courses more effectively, and provides opportunities to
develop future programs. For example, the first integrated plan identifies a programming opportunity
to develop a single B.Sc. in Biotechnology. The common core is well received by the College of Arts
& Science and others in the University community, and will be an ideal platform to launch new
programming initiatives such as this.
•
Created a General Office within the Division to provide quality administrative and clerical
services to faculty, staff, students and stakeholders. This change in organizational framework
centralizes key services and makes more efficient use of existing resources.
•
Since 2003 all Faculty in the Division have been hired to fulfill both educational needs within
Departments and to be part of a designated research group. This plan brings teaching and research
programs together in a more focused and collaborative way.
2.
What are the implications for health science students (and other programs who have depended
on these original courses) in other campus programs?
The proposed initiatives have a positive impact for health science students and other programs that have
depended on original course offerings.
Since the inception, the Division of Biomedical Sciences has consulted with all stakeholders. Written
confirmation has been received from all professional colleges stating that the proposed common courses
and discontinuation of existing courses will not cause any negative impact on admission requirements. The
Department of Chemical Engineering initially raised a concern regarding the discontinuation of the BIOC
212.3 course. This concern was addressed by the Associate Dean of Biomedical Sciences, and written
confirmation has been received from Chemical Engineering confirming that the new BMSC 240.3
Laboratory Techniques course is an acceptable replacement for BIOC 212.3.
The proposed changes are designed to allow students currently in progress to continue and complete
existing programs. The 2008/09 academic year serves both as a transitional period, and as an introduction
to the new common core.
3.
What impact might this have on future programming such as development of a bachelor of
science degree in health sciences?
The proposed initiatives have a positive impact on future programming. The BMSC common core courses
are well received by the College of Arts & Science and by others in the University community. Many agree
the common core will provide an excellent platform from which future programming can be developed.
Examples of new program possibilities identified in the integrated plan are the development of a single
B.Sc. in Biotechnology, a new undergraduate PHSI/PHARM program and a B.A./B.Sc. in Health Studies.
These program opportunities integrate well with the proposed common core. As noted above, the common
core will provide a collective educational experience in the life sciences and will serve as the platform to
prepare students for all Health Science disciplines.
4.
How do the new laboratories compare to those in the existing program and what will the overall
effect be on student learning outcomes?
The new lab courses (BMSC 224.3 and 240.3) both compare favorably to the existing lab courses.
Enriching the student experience was a principle factor when planning the new lab courses. In designing
the new labs, techniques were reviewed and updated to ensure relevance and cost efficiency. All students
entering into 3rd year of any of these programs in biomedical disciplines will have a similar core
background experience and competency in laboratory skills and theory.
A Human Physiology course (PHSI 301.3) is currently in development. The combination of BMSC 224.3
and PHSI 301.3 will be used by all stakeholders of HSC 208.6 to satisfy respective requirements. BMSC
224.3 has a lab component, while HSC 208.6 does not. The student learning experience is enhanced with
the addition of the Animal Body Systems lab as none existed previously. Costs are shared equally with the
Department of Biology.
BMSC 240.3 is designed to combine second year laboratory courses in Anatomy & Cell Biology,
Biochemistry and Microbiology and to enrich the laboratory experience
for students majoring in
biomedical sciences. This course is an acceptable replacement for BIOC 212.3 and for MCIM 214.3.
Stakeholders have confirmed that students required to take BIOC 212.3 or MCIM 214.3 can take BMSC
240.3 in lieu.
5.
The Committee felt that combining labs will cause student enrolment in those fewer labs to
increase. Is this a fair assessment, and if it is, what plans are in place to accommodate these
larger groups?
Yes, we expect the enrolment in each of the two lab courses to eventually be about 450. As an extra
precaution, plans are in place to accommodate up to 500 students in each.
BMSC 224.3 will be offered in both terms during the winter session which will accommodate up to 500
students. The lecture portion of this course will be held in Room BIOL 106 which has a capacity of 250.
Labs will be scheduled into Room G74A Thorvaldson.
As well, BMSC 240.3 will be offered in both terms during the winter session to accommodate up to 500
students. Labs will be scheduled into Rooms B204/B207 in the Health Sciences Building which has
capacity for 98 students. We will be able to schedule five sections over two terms to accommodate the
anticipated enrolment. The Biomedical Sciences has the Technical Support capacity to support these
laboratories, and the College of Medicine is developing a PCIP proposal for incremental support.
6.
The Committee is also interested to learn how the proposed reorganization, specifically the labs,
will affect lab structure and delivery at the third and fourth year level.
Although the proposed common core integrates with the existing third and fourth year levels of the B.Sc.
programs, the Departments plan to conduct in depth individual program reviews to determine if further
changes are required and to build upon the core in order to improve the educational experience in each of
the disciplines. The B.Sc. Programs Committee of the Division will continue to assist the Departments to
identify opportunities for interdisciplinary course offerings in the biomedical sciences at the 300/400levels.
The structure and delivery of existing (and new) third and fourth year level lab courses will benefit from a
similar competency in laboratory skills held by all students in the four Programs (by virtue of the common
core). We anticipate that the core will facilitate improvements to the design and structure of existing upper
level laboratories, may provide opportunities for development of interdisciplinary laboratories in the basic
sciences, and will ensure that all graduates will benefit from improved laboratory proficiency. The core
laboratories will also enhance interdepartmental flexibility for students taking specialized fourth year
project courses.
It should be noted that the Department of Microbiology & Immunology have completed a program review
of their third and fourth level courses and have addressed issues within their individual program. These
changes are all minor and have been submitted to course challenge.
7.
What is anticipated to be the overall impact on resources due to this curriculum change, and
how would the College intend to accommodate the demand on additional resources if student
numbers increase?
The proposed initiatives will require additional resources. These will be obtained in part by reallocation of
Faculty teaching assignments and non-salary resources of the existing Departments, and in part by
reallocation of salary and non-salary resources to the Division within the College of Medicine. The
Division of Biomedical Sciences has made arrangements with each of the five Departments with respect to
allocation of teaching within the core courses. A proposal to PCIP is being developed for the incremental
support of this programming.
8.
What implementation plan will the division be undertaking to inform new students about the
revised program and also to assure existing students that they could complete their programs?
The majority of existing students have been informed about the proposed changes during the official
academic advising period (March and April, 2008). All have been assured that programs in progress can be
completed.
The 2008/09 academic year is a transition period for students with programs in progress. All existing
courses will continue to be offered during the transition year. The Division is committed to ensure every
effort will be made to accommodate students in transition. The Division is prepared to be flexible in regard
to prerequisites and equivalents regarding the new BMSC courses.
Students starting in the new program in 2008/09 are advised to take either BIOC 200.3 or BMSC 200.3 by
the end of Term One, Year Two. Students will then be positioned properly to progress through the new
program. A one page advertisement to explain program details will be faxed to guidance counselors in the
high schools within the next two weeks.
The Arts & Science Advising office will be informed and updated by the Division of Biomedical Sciences
in regard to the proposed changes. Many students who enter our B.Sc. degree programs in first and second
year are seen by Advisors in Arts & Science. All Arts & Science Advisors will be aware that students
starting the new program in 2008/09 must take either BIOC 200.3 or BMSC 200.3 by Term One, Year
Two.
Calendar changes have been submitted to the College of Arts & Science and to the University Academic
Programs Committee. These changes include a new section for Biomedical Sciences.
A website has been created for the Division and it is expected to be made public within a few days. The site
includes information on the common core and links to all Departments and respective program information
within the Division.
Long term plans include creation and development of marketing materials including a brochure and a
University of Saskatchewan Fact sheet for the Division of Biomedical Sciences. An innovative idea
involving a webpage specifically intended for high school students is currently in progress.
9.
The Committee suggests that a plan for informing and advising students should be developed.
The Committee also asked whether high school students could comply with admission and
prerequisite requirements for implementation of the revision this fall.
As noted above, plans for notifying and advising students are well under way.
High school students will comply with admission requirements and prerequisites because the proposed
changes do not affect these. Students interested in pursuing biomedical sciences at the University of
Saskatchewan have always been advised and will continue to be advised to take CHEM 30, BIOL 30,
MATH B30 and C30 in high school.
Students studying biomedical sciences entering the University of Saskatchewan in 2008/09 will be advised
to take the following sequence of courses during the first two years of study:
Year One
Term 1
Term 2
BIOL 120.3
BIOC 200.3 or BMSC 200.3
CHEM 112.3
CHEM 115.3
PHYS 115.3
PHYS 117.3 (or 125.3)
MATH 125.3 (or equivalent)
3 cu elective (requirement 1 – 5)
3 cu elective (requirement 1 – 5)
3 cu elective (requirement 1 – 5 or 7)
Year Two
Term 1*
BMSC 240.3
BMSC 230.3
BMSC 224.3
3 cu elective (requirement 1 – 5)
3 cu elective (requirement 1 – 5 or 7)
Term 2
BMSC 210.3
BMSC 220.3
CHEM 250.3
PLSC 314.3 (or equivalent)
3 cu elective (requirement 1 – 5)
*BMSC 200.3 can be taken concurrently with BMSC 224.3, 230.3, or 240.3
From: Fornssler, Cathie
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2008 3:43 PM
To:
Nick Ovsenek (nick.ovsenek); Webster, Maureen
Cc:
trever.crowe
Subject:
Additional information about the Biomedical Sciences course revisions
Attachments: Biomedical sciences option equipment costs table.xls; Biomedical sciences
course revisions - budget and resources summary.doc
Thank you for attending the May 23 Academic Programs Committee meeting and for providing
additional information about the Biomedical Sciences courses. The Committee is very supportive
of this initiative, and members appreciate the effort that has been required to gain consensus
among the various participants. The Committee identified two areas where additional
information is required.
First, the Committee will need a budget document which outlines the overall financial magnitude
and impact of this proposal. I have attached a copy of the budget and resources information
provided already to the Committee about this proposal; however, the overall impact of this
proposal is not clear on review of these documents. Further, you indicated during discussion that
additional personnel (tenure-track lecturer) would be required to deliver this program. While the
budget chart regarding the laboratory costs provides details regarding the impact of the change in
student laboratories, other additional resources don’t seem to be budgeted. It is unclear how any
necessary additional resources will be acquired. The Committee requests a commitment to ensure
that any necessary resources in space, personnel, and funding would be available to deliver the
program on an on-going basis. You will recall that the Committee recommended that you discuss
with Jim Spinney the overall funding and resource requirements for this program.
Second, it was suggested that the College of Medicine should continue discussions with the
College of Arts & Science to ensure that issues regarding terminology and differentiation of
programs are addressed. For example, the Committee was concerned that students may confuse
the Biomedical Sciences platform and the Bachelor of Arts and Science: Health Studies. A
concerted effort by both colleges to develop a university-level approach, regarding the delivery of
health science programming, would be appreciated.
The Committee intends to meet on May 30 and again on June 6, and looks forward to reviewing
your response.
Cathie