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Aug 06, 2026
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Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027
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BIO 290 Biology Research/Internship Credits: (1-4)
This course immerses students in the working environment of a biological research lab or similar professional setting. Internships and research opportunities are available at universities as well as at government, corporate, and independent research institutions. Additional opportunities are available for some students through the CSTEP/LSAMP and Bridges to the Baccalaureate programs. A learning contract containing specific educational objectives is developed between the student and the Biology Department Internship Coordinator. Course requirements include a minimum of 37.5 hours of work per credit hour. In addition, the maintenance of a work/research journal to record hours worked and duties performed and a final paper or project (such as a poster or PowerPoint presentation) are required. A letter grade will be awarded by the Biology Department Internship Coordinator on the basis of successful completion of the objectives in the learning contract and satisfactory evaluations by the on site research supervisor. No experiential credit is given for previous research work. Number of credit hours must be determined at the time of registration. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA 2.8; sophomore standing; approval of Biology Department Internship Coordinator; successful completion (with a grade of “C” or higher) of at least three of the following courses: BIO 151 , BIO 152 , CHE 171 (plus CHE 171L ), CHE 172 (plus CHE 172L ); or permission of Biology Department Internship Coordinator.
Designation(s): Liberal Arts
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the biological research or internship project that was undertaken.
- Explain the relationship between the specific practical applications encountered in a research lab or internship and the underlying biological principles.
- Describe how the scientific method is actually utilized by working scientists in a research or internship environment.
- Effectively communicate the nature of the research or internship project, including the context for the project, the work undertaken, the conclusions reached, and the appropriate next steps.
- Articulate educational and professional goals and acknowledge how this internship or research opportunity helps achieve those goals.
- Identify the requirements and skills needed for employment in the identified career field.
- Perform work in a manner acceptable to the laboratory/internship supervisor.
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