Introduction
The Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences prepares graduates for entry into a variety of professional healthcare programs. The student is well prepared to compete successfully for admission to professional schools in medicine, chiropractic medicine, veterinary medicine, pharmacology and physician assistant programs as well as graduate studies in science and biomedical sciences. The biomedical sciences program will also prepare the student for careers in the business world that focus on biomedical processes. Biomedical science graduates will be well prepared for entrance into careers such as a pharmaceutical industry representative, medical equipment manufacturer's representative and laboratory support positions in both the biomedical and academic fields.
The biomedical sciences program offers individualized attention to students in the program. Small classes and personalized guidance by the faculty helps each student achieve his or her goals in the biomedical field. Students are required to participate in a semester of research in an area of biomedical sciences that interests the student.
Accreditation
Jefferson College of Health Sciences is accredited by the Commission of Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia, 30033-4097: Telephone number: 404-679-4501).
Mission Statement
The mission of the Biomedical Sciences Program at JCHS is to prepare graduates with a solid foundation in the natural sciences, to inspire lifelong learning and to facilitate the acquisition of knowledge and necessary skills to enter graduate studies or the marketplace in the biomedical or healthcare field.
Program Objectives
Upon completion of the program, students will demonstrate the knowledge, skills and values that will allow them to be successful in the biomedical fields.
Students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate familiarity with a broad knowledge base of the natural sciences that includes human biology, chemistry and physics.
2. Understand and apply basic concepts of research design, implementation,
data analysis, and interpretation of research findings.
3. Demonstrate the use of critical thinking skills, skeptical inquiry and the scientific approach to problem-solving and reasoning.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the anatomical and physiological basic of human disease.
5. Understand the function and mechanism of action of basic cellular processes.
6. Understand the application of fundamental biochemistry processes of normal cellular function and of abnormal function.
7. Demonstrate familiarity with fundamental concepts of genetics, gene activation and aspects of protein production.
8. Be well prepared for graduate studies or entry level employment in the biomedical field.
9. Demonstrate effective professional communication and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Biomedical Sciences Program of Study
The following lists of courses are provided to provide a distinction between those courses that are required in order to complete the program, courses that are required to meet Jefferson's core curriculum and courses that are viewed as possible electives.
Core Curriculum Requirements for Biomedical Sciences
GEN 100 Academic Seminar 1 credit
BUS 131 Computer Concepts and Applications 3 "
BIO 211 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 "
BIO 212 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 "
MTH 165 College Algebra 3 "
ENG 111 Grammar and Composition I 3 "
ENG 112 Grammar and Composition II 3 "
ENG Several options 3 "
PHL 215 Bioethics 3 "
SOC 213 Social Issues in Healthcare 3 "
IDS 307 Interdisciplinary Topics in Healthcare 3 "
33 Credits
Note: Satisfactory completion of a math class of a higher level than MTH 165 (College Algebra) (not to include MTH 210 or IDS 301) will satisfy the math requirement.
Required Science Courses
BIO 253 Microbiology 4 Credits
BIO 312 Research Methodology 3 "
BIO 407 Seminar in Biology 1 "
BIO 410 Research 3 "
11 Credits
Note: An additional 21 credits of Biology are required
(Total of 40 credits required).
CHM 111 General Chemistry I 4 Credits
CHM 112 General Chemistry II 4 "
CHM 241 Organic Chemistry I 4 "
CHM 360 Biochemistry I 4 "
16 Credits
Note: An additional 4 credits of chemistry are required
(20 credits required).
PHY 201 Physics I 4 Credits
PHY 202 Physics II 4 "
8 Credits
MTH 210 Introduction to Statistics 3 Credits
PSY ___ Several options 3 "
Humanities Several options 3 Credits
Electives Several options 25 "
127 Credits
A minimum of 40 semester credits must be completed at the 300/400 level.
Transfer of Credits
Requests for transfer of credit for courses taken at other accredited institutions of higher education must be submitted in writing to the registrar's office.
- The course considered must be comparable in content, credit hours and level to corresponding Jefferson College of Health Sciences courses.
- Courses with a final grade of less than "C" will not be accepted for transfer.
- At a minimum, 33 percent of coursework for the B.S. degree in Biomedical Sciences must be taken at Jefferson College of Health Sciences.
Final decisions regarding transferability of course credit must be verified in writing by the registrar. The decision of the registrar on the transferability of credit is final. Credits awarded through transfer are not included in the computation of grade point average at Jefferson College of Health Sciences.
Academic Policies
The academic policies for the biomedical sciences program facilitate the development of knowledge, skills and attitudes of a competent, caring, ethical healthcare professional. Students enrolled in the biomedical sciences program must maintain an overall GPA of 2.0. Change of major students must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 to be admitted to the program. Students in the biomedical sciences program who drop below a GPA of 2.0 will be suspended from the program and will need to reapply once they raise their GPA to 2.0 or above. A grade of "D" will not be accepted for credit in any specified course in the biomedical sciences program. Students in the biomedical sciences program are expected to adhere to the college policy on academic honesty (see Academic Honor Code in this catalog). Plagiarism, cheating, and lying are violations of this policy. |
