Behavioral Biology - Minor

Program: Behavioral Biology
Credential awarded: Minor
Total credit hours: 19-20
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Online Academic Catalog Details / Required Courses

About the Environmental Biology Minor

Behavioral biology involves a study of interaction between organisms and their environment, a very pervasive part of biology and its applications. Biology is fundamental to understanding some of the phenomena in the social sciences, especially those considered in psychology and sociology.

Behavioral Biology Minor Learning Objectives

The program provides foundational knowledge in conservation and preservation of living resources, foundations of biology, and medical terminology as tools to accomplish professional tasks effectively.

Understand basic areas of animal behavior, particularly as they relate to the biological and ecological basis.
Objectively understand and evaluate information about animal behavior and ecology encountered in our daily lives.
Evaluate the role of behavior in the protection and conservation of animals in the wild.
Consider and evaluate behavior of all animals, including humans, in the complex ecological world, including the urban environment.
Develop interpersonal skills and learn to be a valuable member of a team.
Be prepared for entry-level employment in the sciences.

Environmental Biology Curriculum

The minor in behavioral biology establishes a concentration of biology courses that provide keys to understanding behavior in all animals, including that of human beings. These courses provide a biological perspective of behavior to complement a social science perspective. It is of special interest to students of social sciences and humanities.

Visit our Academic Catalog (2025-2026) for course listings.