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Biology Major In preparation for the Single Subject Teaching Credential in Science/Biological Sciences

Biology Major In preparation for the Single Subject Teaching Credential in Science/Biological Sciences With the B.S. Degree in Applied Arts and Sciences (Major Code: 04011) Students applying to the College of Education's graduate program for the Single Subject Teaching Credential in Science/Biological Sciences must be certified by this department for subject matter competency. This certification requires earning a B or better in Biology 452 and either (1) passing the required examinations (PRAXIS and SSAT), or (2) completing the subject matter preparation program described below. Certification through the accomplishment of appropriate coursework requires (1) completion of the courses described under the General Biology Degree Requirements, B.S. degree (preparation for the major and major) including the following electives in the major: -Biology 436, 452, 533, 590, Oceanography 541, and at least one course from Biology 462, 462L, 472, 515, 520, 524, or 525 (it is recommended that Biology 499 and Chemistry 366L be included if the major is being sought); (2) earning a B or better in Biology 452, (3) completing Astronomy 101, Geological Sciences 100 and 101. The Department of Biology credential adviser (LS-135) must be consulted for certification. Please refer to the Teacher Education section of this catalog for other requirements and prerequisites for the credential program. Time Limitation. All courses for the major must be completed within seven years of the granting of the undergraduate degree. Exceptions for individual courses must be approved by the department and be filed with the Office of Admissions and Records. All courses not included above must have the prior approval of the Department and the substitution filed with the Office of Admissions and Records. Top of Page Top of Page webmaster@libweb.sdsu.edu Copyright © 1997, San Diego State University. All rights reserved.