SUNY Potsdam

9 credits for 20 students –  Coordinator: Jan Trybula.  
**Resides in First-Year Experience, Bowman West.      

Are you interested in a career in a medical profession? Or are you interested in attending graduate programs in biology or biochemistry? Then this FIG is for you! The Natural Science and Pre-Med FIG is for students interested in majoring in Biology or Biochemistry. It includes the required classes for entering careers in the sciences and medical fields. Perfect for first semester pre-Med, pre-Vet, pre-PT, or other pre-health professions as well as those interested in going into graduate programs.

91939 BIOL 151 General Biology-LEC 3 Cr. MWF at 9-9:50 a.m. Snyder, R.
91940 BIOL 151 General Biology-LAB 1 Cr. Th at 9-11:50 a.m. Burdick, P.
Cell structure, function, and regulation of homeostasis.  Topics include cell anatomy, photosynthesis, respiration, cell division, introduction to molecular biology, genetics, and mechanisms of evolution. Lab required for majors. Satisfies General Education SB and LB requirements.

91941 CHEM 105 General Chemistry I-Lecture 3 Cr. MWF at 1-1:50 p.m. Molinero, A.
91942 CHEM 105 General Chemistry I-Lab 1 Cr. Tu 9-11:50 a.m. Molinero, A.
An introductory chemistry course for students majoring in a science curriculum or for students who wish to study additional science. Experience in high school science and mathematics is recommended. Laboratory required. Satisfies General Education SP and LB requirements.

90742 FY 100 First Year Success Seminar 1 Cr. Th 1-1:50 p.m. Trybula, J.
A one-credit course meeting once a week and offering an excellent introduction to the College’s resources and how to succeed in the difficult transition from high school to college life and work. Integrated with the FIG’s theme.