Courses’needed’for’the’Bio’major:’ … · Chem’120A’and’120B ... of class to study. If You Are Employed: ... Registraon’Guide’from’Admissions’&’Records)!

Courses needed for the Bio major: -‐Biology: Biol 171, 172, 273, 274 in sequence, then upper division elecAves -‐SupporAng courses: Math 130 and 338 (OR Math 150A and 150B) Chem 120A and 120B Chem 301A, 301B, and 302 Phys 211, 211L, 212, and 212L -‐GE’s

Second Semester Freshman Advising

QUIZ: How well do you know your major?


Today, we will cover frequently asked quesAons on these topics: •  RegistraAon •  Courses: Bio, Math, Chem, and GEs •  Grades •  GraduaAon •  Careers and Research

But before we start, are you in the right place?


•  This is Biology major advising for freshmen who entered in Fall 2013. Your aêndance unAl the end of the session will release your registraAon hold for Fall 2014 classes.

(Note there is no registraAon hold for Bio majors for Summer 2014 classes.)

•  Q: How do I change my major to something other than Bio?

•  A: Go to Admissions and Records (LH-‐114) and fill out the “Change of Academic ObjecAve” form ($10 fee). When you bring the form to the Bio Dept to be signed, the Bio Dept staff will release your hold.




Q: If I’m working 20 hours per week, how many units should I register for?

A: Working 20 hours/week, the recommended maximum is 9-‐12 units. The more hours you’re working, the fewer units you should be taking.

School is like a job! (see guidelines next slide)


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PLANNING YOUR COURSEWORK Many CSUF students work. This impacts the amount of time students have outside of class to study. If You Are Employed: Then Your School Work Should Be: (Hours Per Week) (Maximum Units Per Semester)

0 16 1 – 9 14 – 15

10 – 19 13 – 14 20 – 29 9 – 12 30 – 39 6 – 9

40 + 3 - 9 This plan is based on a 60-hour work week (employment plus school work, and not including other time commitments, such as commuting) and the need to study for: 2 hours for each 3 hours lab 3 hours for each 1 hour lecture If You Complete: You Will Graduate In: 30 units per year ............................................................................................... 4 years 24 units per year ............................................................................................... 5 years 20 units per year ............................................................................................... 6 years Use one of the matrices on the following 2 pages to plan your college coursework.

TO BE A SUCCESSFUL TITAN

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Q: I want to take more units because I feel like I’m behind. Most Bio majors

graduate in 4 years, right?

Q: I want to take more units because I feel like I’m behind. Most Bio majors

graduate in 4 years, right?

A: No, only about 10% of Bio majors finish in 4 years. Most Bio majors

graduate in 5, 6, or 7 years.

(So please do not overload yourself with units because you feel “behind”! Your grades will suffer.)

Q: What does “upper division” mean?

Q: What does “upper division” mean?

A: “Upper division” means 300-‐400 level. Note ALL community college

courses are “lower-‐division.”

Q: If I want to take a course at a community college, how do I get transfer credit for the course?

Q: If I want to take a course at a community college, how do I get transfer credit for the course?

A: Check the transfer course equivalencies at www.assist.org. When the course is over, have the community

college send your transcript to Admissions and Records.

Q: Where can I find out the prerequisites for a course I want to

take?

Q: Where can I find out the prerequisites for a course I want to

take?

A: Check the course descripAon on TITAN ONLINE or in the Course Catalog.

Q: If the secAon I want to take is full (i.e. for Biol 172), should I enroll in a different secAon and put myself on the waitlist for the secAon

I want?

Q: If the secAon I want to take is full (i.e. for Biol 172), should I enroll in a different secAon and put myself on the waitlist for the secAon

I want? A: Read the waitlist guidelines (in the

RegistraAon Guide from Admissions & Records)! You will NOT get into a class that you’re

waitlisted for IF: (1) you’re enrolled in another secAon of the same course, (2) there is a Ame conflict with a course you’re enrolled in, or (3) that course would exceed your unit limit for the

term.



Q: When can I take Biol 171?

Q: When can I take Biol 171?

A: To take Biol 171, you must be eligible to take MATH 115 or higher and have passed or be eligible to take

ENGL 101.

Q: If I can't get in to Biol 171, should I take Biol 101 instead?

Q: If I can't get in to Biol 171, should I take Biol 101 instead?

A: No, Biol 101 does not count toward the major.

Q: What if I can’t get into the Bio class I need?

Q: What if I can’t get into the Bio class I need?

A: Increase your chances of gepng the classes you need by registering as soon as your appointment begins. Always go for advising in advance so your hold can be

released. Put yourself on the waitlist (read waitlist rules). Or, sign up for a community college course that will transfer (check

www.assist.org).

Q: When do I declare my concentraAon within Biology?

Q: When do I declare my concentraAon within Biology?

A: You will declare your concentraAon when you are taking Biol 274.

Q: I heard rumors that the classes in the Bio major are changing soon. What should I do?

Q: I heard rumors that the classes in the Bio major are changing soon. What should I do? A: ConAnue to follow the current course curriculum! In Fall 2014, we expect that all

Bio core courses (Biol 171, 172, 273, and 274) will be 4 units instead of 5 units, to

accommodate demand. Requirements and units for the major will be adjusted

accordingly. Once any curricular changes are finalized, there will be a matrix to show how you can finish the degree with the courses

you have already completed.



Q: How do I decide whether to take Math 130 & 338 or Math 150A & B?

Q: How do I decide whether to take Math 130 & 338 or Math 150A & B?

A: Math 130 & 338 is recommended for most Bio majors. Math 150A & B is

recommended only if you plan to apply to optometry or pharmacy

school.

Q: Do I need to take Math 338 right arer I take Math 130?

Q: Do I need to take Math 338 right arer I take Math 130?

A: No. You may take Math 338 much later on during college. Arer finishing Math 130, focus on your Bio and Chem

courses.

TRUE or FALSE: When I'm finished with Math 130, I can enroll in Chem 120A.

TRUE or FALSE: When I'm finished with Math 130, I can enroll in Chem 120A.

FALSE: To enroll in Chem 120A, you need to pass the Chem Placement

Exam (CPE) or have completed Chem 115 (or equivalent).

Chemistry placement exam (CPE) This exam will tell you which Chemistry course to take.

o  You need to take this exam to register for Chem120A. o  You can register for Chem115 (the prerequisite for Chem120A) without taking the exam.

Tes5ng Center Dates: h^p://www.fullerton.edu/tesAng or go to UH-‐229 Test Date RegistraAon Deadline Date Saturday, May 12, 2014 Wednesday, April 30, 2014 Saturday, July 19, 2014 Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Test Dates: pre-‐registraAon required at h^p://nsm.fullerton.edu/tesAng/cpe Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 5pm MH-‐587 Wednesday, April 23, 2014, 5pm MH-‐587 Wednesday, May 7, 2014, 5pm MH-‐587

Q: How hard is the CPE?

Q: How hard is the CPE?

A: The CPE is 44 mulAple-‐choice quesAons addressing basic concepts in arithmeAc, algebra, and high school

chemistry. The CPE may be taken only once a year and test scores are valid for 3 consecuAve semesters. Sign-‐up

in advance is required.

Q: Do I need to take extra courses in GE Category B (ScienAfic inquiry and

QuanAtaAve reasoning)?

Q: Do I need to take extra courses in GE Category B (ScienAfic inquiry and

QuanAtaAve reasoning)?

A: No. The courses you will take for the Bio major will meet and exceed the requirements for GE Category B.

Q: Where do I go if I have quesAons about GE courses?

Q: Where do I go if I have quesAons about GE courses?

A: For quesAons about GEs, see the Academic Advising Center in UH-‐123A.

h^p://www.fullerton.edu/aac/index.asp



Q: Are my grades important anyway?

Q: Are my grades important anyway? A: Yes, if you apply to ANY graduate or professional school, the admissions commiêe will examine your CSUF

transcript and GPA. Even if you don’t know what you want to do arer graduaAng, earn the best grades that you can now to keep your opAons open. At minimum, you need a C or higher and ≥2.0 GPA in all courses

for the major to graduate.

Applying to Medical School in the United States Mean (SD) -‐ 2013

Applicant Pool (48,014) •  MCAT – 28.4 (5.5) •  GPA 3.54 (0.34) •  Science GPA 3.44 (0.43)

Accepted (20,055) •  MCAT – 31.3 (4.0) •  GPA 3.69 (0.25) •  Science GPA 3.63 (0.31)

Only 41.7% were admiêd EssenAally 4 out of every 10 applicants Source: American AssociaAon of Medical Colleges h^ps://www.aamc.org/data/facts/

TRUE OR FALSE: It's easy to bring my GPA up later, when I'm closer to

graduaAng.

TRUE OR FALSE: It's easy to bring my GPA up later, when I'm closer to

graduaAng.

FALSE: The more classes you have taken, the harder it is to bring up your

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TRUE OR FALSE: If I don't pass a class, I can keep taking the same class again

and again unAl I pass it.

TRUE OR FALSE: If I don't pass a class, I can keep taking the same class again

and again unAl I pass it.

FALSE: You can take a class a maximum of 3 Ames at CSUF. You

only have 16 units of grade forgiveness and 12 units of grade averaging at

CSUF, and these categories cannot be combined.

TRUE OR FALSE: If I use "grade forgiveness" when I repeat a class, the grade from the first Ame I took the

class does not show up on my transcript.

TRUE OR FALSE: If I use "grade forgiveness" when I repeat a class, the grade from the first Ame I took the

class does not show up on my transcript.

FALSE. Grade forgiveness removes a class from the GPA calculaAon, but the class and its grade will sAll show on

the transcript.

TRUE OR FALSE: If I am struggling in a class right now, I should just give up and take it again next semester.

TRUE OR FALSE: If I am struggling in a class right now, I should just give up and take it again next semester.

FALSE: With 5 more weeks of classes and the final exam to go, you could sAll pass the class! Study hard and take advantage of all the resources

available to you…

Supplemental InstrucAon (SI) Office hours

FREE tutoring on campus: Opportunity Center for Science and Math Students (MH-‐488), University Learning Center (PLN 2nd floor),

Math tutoring center (MH-‐553), and Physics tutoring (MH-‐600)



TRUE OR FALSE: When I am an upperclassman, my biology major adviser will tell me when I can

graduate.

TRUE OR FALSE: When I am an upperclassman, my biology major adviser will tell me when I can

graduate.

FALSE: It is up to you to know the requirements and plan out your

courses so you know when you can graduate!

TRUE OR FALSE: I only need to look at my Titan Degree Audit (TDA) when I

am about to graduate.

TRUE OR FALSE: I only need to look at my Titan Degree Audit (TDA) when I

am about to graduate. FALSE: It is very important to examine your TDA, especially when deciding which classes to take! The TDA

itemizes the requirements for earning your degree. Check that any transfer credits show up correctly on the TDA.



Q: If you are interested in a health profession (ie medical, dental, pharmacy, optometry, physician assistant, physical

therapy, or veterinary school), what is your #1 resource on this campus for

informaAon?

Q: If you are interested in a health profession (ie medical, dental, pharmacy, optometry, physician assistant, physical

therapy, or veterinary school), what is your #1 resource on this campus for

informaAon?

A: The main resource for students planning careers in the health professions is Health

Professions Advising, UH-‐223, www.fullerton.edu/health_professions

TRUE OR FALSE: The only careers I can do with a bio major are health

professions careers.

TRUE OR FALSE: The only careers I can do with a bio major are health

professions careers.

FALSE. What other careers can you think of? Here are some suggesAons.

Careers you may not have thought about

•  Teaching •  Biotechnology •  Forensic Science •  Public Policy •  Patent Law •  Science Journalism •  Biological IllustraAon •  Clinical, food, or environmental scienAsts

Bachelor's Degree Options for Biologists

•  Many science technicians work indoors in laboratory sepngs, but some work outdoors, someAmes in remote locaAons.

•  Teachers for Middle and High Schools require a Bachelor’s degree and teaching credenAals.

•  Overall growth is expected to be about as fast as average, although growth will vary by specialty.“ Source: Bureau of Labor StaAsAcs (h^p://www.bls.gov/).

PositionDegree required

Projected growth

until 2022Agriculture & Food Science Agricultural and Food Science Technicians Associate 3%

Agricultural Engineers Bachelor's 5%Environment & Conservation Environmental Science and Protection Technicians Associate 19%

Conservation Scientists and Foresters Bachelor's 3%Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Bachelor's 5%

Teaching Middle School Teachers Bachelor's 12%High School Teachers Bachelor's 6%

Other Biology Positions Biological Technicians Bachelor's 10%Forensic Science Technicians Bachelor's 6%Microbiologists Bachelor's 7%Natural Sciences Managers Bachelor's 6%

•  Excellent job opportuniAes are expected. •  Clinical laboratory technologists usually have a bachelor's degree

with a major in medical technology or in one of the life sciences; clinical laboratory technicians generally need either an associate degree or a cerAficate.

•  Employment will grow rapidly in hospitals and other sepngs, as well.

Source: h^p://www.bls.gov/


Projected growth

until 2022Dental Hygienists Associate 33%Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians Associate 39%Respiratory Therapists Associate 19%Veterinary Technologists and Technicians Associate 30%Biomedical Engineers Bachelor's 27%Dietitians and Nutritionists Bachelor's 21%Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians Bachelor's 22%

Bachelor's Degree Options for Biologists in Health-Related Fields


Projected growth

until 2022Biological Scientists Agricultural, Food, and Plant Scientists Masters 9%

Biochemists Doctoral 19%College science teachers and professors Doctoral 19%

Health-‐related Genetic Counselors Masters 41%Nurse Practitioners Masters 31%Dentists Doctoral 16%Medical Scientists Doctoral 13%Optometrists Doctoral 24%Pharmacists Doctoral 14%Physicians and Surgeons Doctoral 18%Veterinarians Doctoral 12%

Graduate School: Biological Scientists & Doctors

•  Biotechnological research and development should conAnue to drive much faster than average employment growth.

•  A Ph.D. is usually required for independent research; temporary postdoctoral research posiAons are common.

•  Source: h^p://www.bls.gov/

BURST and SUCCESS present the Careers in Biology Symposium

•  Learn about the opportuniAes that await you with your biology degree!

•  Five CSUF alumni will return to campus to share their perspecAves on post-‐college life with a Biology degree!

•  Who: All current & future biology majors! •  When: April 15, 2014, 6:30–8:00 PM •  Where: MH-‐264 •  RSVP for your FREE Ticket: •  h^ps://SuccessCareerSP2014.eventbrite.com/

Q: What if I am interested in teaching?

Q: What if I am interested in teaching?

A: CSUF has credenAal programs for Elementary Level Teaching (K-‐6), Middle-‐School Teaching (6-‐9) and High School Teaching (9-‐12).

–  There are prerequisites for the programs, as well as scholarship and internship opportuniAes. –  For more informaAon, contact: Dr. Megan Tommerup ([email protected]), Science CredenAal PreparaAon Advisor for CNSM.

Q: What if I am interested in doing research?

A: There are research opportuniAes at CSUF or off-‐campus. See resources on

next slides.

How to get research experience •  InvesAgate

– Who at CSUF is doing research you are interested in? This could be in Biology, Biochemistry, Health Science, Psychology…

– Check out the faculty web pages

– There are also opportuniAes outside of CSUF for research experiences.

Programs at CSUF

•  RCP program -‐ h^p://biology.fullerton.edu/RCP/ •  HHMI – h^p://hhmi.fullerton.edu/ •  MARC -‐ h^p://marc.fullerton.edu/ •  MHIRT -‐ h^p://biology.fullerton.edu/marcelo-‐tolmasky/MHIRT_WEBSITE/Site_2/Home.html

•  SCERP -‐ h^p://biology.fullerton.edu/SCERP/ •  Bridges to Stem Cell Research – h^p://biology.fullerton.edu/stemcells/

What about going elsewhere? •  NSF research experiences for undergraduates

•  Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

•  HHMI – Science OpportuniAes

•  NIH Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research

How did you score on the quiz? Today, we covered frequently asked quesAons on these topics: •  RegistraAon •  Courses: Bio, Math, Chem, and GEs •  Grades •  GraduaAon •  Careers and Research

Other ques5ons???

For more informaAon… •  About the Bio major: Ø  h^p://biology.fullerton.edu/advising or

Undergraduate Advising Handbook (available in the Bio Dept office MH-‐282) or [email protected] (during April)

•  About course prerequisites: Titan Online •  About Math or Chem classes: Math Dept office (MH-‐154) or Chem/Biochem Dept office (MH-‐580)

•  About GE's: Academic advising center UH-‐123A, Ø  h^p://www.fullerton.edu/aac/index.asp •  About transfer courses: h^p://www.assist.org

For more informaAon… •  About health professions: Health Professions Advising, UH-‐223, Ø  h^p://www.fullerton.edu/health_professions

•  About careers: CSUF Career Center, Ø  h^p://www.fullerton.edu/career

•  About biology-‐related careers: Ø  h^p://www.aibs.org/careers

•  About changing major or other registraAon concerns: Admissions and Records office (LH-‐114)

Next Semester

•  Check your CSUF email in October! •  Next year you will likely be assigned to a Biology adviser for individual advising.

To release your registraAon hold,

TICKETS PLEASE!

NO TICKET – talk to me arer I have collected all of the Ackets

Holds will be released within ~2 weeks. RegistraAon for Fall 2014 begins in July.

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