College of Life Sciences and AgricultureAndrew A. Rosenberg, DeanPatricia D. Bedker, Associate Dean William R. Trumble, Associate Dean Suzanne J. Booska, Educational Assistant Department of Animal and Nutritional Sciences
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science in Forestry
The objectives of the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture are to give students a fundamental education in the biological, natural, and social sciences and to introduce them to the arts and humanities. In addition, advanced technical and professional courses are offered to prepare students for graduate school or entry-level positions in areas concerned with improving the quality of life. Preparation can vary from fundamental studies of cancer cells to community-service planning, resource protection to genetic engineering, and career teaching to molecular biology and biotechnology. A blend of the basic and applied aspects of life sciences and agriculture, coupled with careful selection of supportive courses, ensures graduates the background and experiences necessary to be competitive in the job market. Potential employers include federal, state, and local governments; consulting firms; and industrial organizations. Graduates are employed as watershed, soil, and natural resource managers; associates in biomedical and agricultural research laboratories; marketing analysts and extension specialists; nutrition supervisors and environmental regulators; and information educators and communications experts. Community governments employ graduates as service planners and land-use specialists, teachers in traditional and vocational education, public health technicians, and urban pest control specialists. Positions are available in private and commercial organizations in production agriculture, food processing, landscaping, agribusiness, sales, and private planning. Graduates may also pursue entrepreneurial careers as greenhouse, nursery, farm, and natural resource managers; or as consultants, arborists, and environmental planners. For those graduates with international aspirations, the Peace Corps and the Foreign Agriculture Service employ farm production experts, soil and water managers, market analysts, agricultural engineers, teachers, plant and animal breeders, and nutrition specialists. Additionally, departments prepare students for advanced study in their chosen field of interest where graduate study is required for attaining their career goals. DegreesThe college offers three undergraduate degrees: the bachelor of arts, the bachelor of science, and the bachelor of science in forestry. Some of the courses prescribed in these degree programs partially fulfill the general education requirements. Students should see their adviser for specific information.
Bachelor of ArtsThe bachelor of arts degree is available in plant biology and zoology. Students must accumulate 128 credits, attain a 2.00 cumulative grade-point average, satisfy general education requirements, and complete a foreign language requirement (see Degree Requirements under University Academic Requirements for specific B.A. language requirements). Check individual departmental listings for specific major requirements and minimum acceptable grades in major courses.
Bachelor of ScienceThe bachelor of science degree is available in all departments or programs except forestry. University requirements are the same as for the bachelor of arts degree, except that a foreign language is not required and minimum acceptable grades may differ in some programs. Check individual departmental or program listings for specific major requirements.
Bachelor of Science in ForestryThe bachelor of science in forestry is a professional, designated degree available to students majoring in forestry. (See Forestry for major requirements.)
General Science Certification
For further information, contact the coordinator of teacher education in the Department of Education. Advising SystemA member of the faculty whose area of interest is closely related to the student's is appointed as an adviser to assist the undergraduate in planning his or her academic program. Further advising is also available in the dean's office, Taylor Hall. Undeclared StatusStudents may select a major upon entering the college or may wait until registration for the sophomore year. Students who are uncertain about choosing a specific major may remain undeclared during their freshman year. In most cases they should take the following courses, after which they should be ready to declare a major:
Fall, Spring
Undeclared freshmen should explore possible majors by taking courses in the areas or programs that interest them most. They should talk to faculty, students, and their adviser concerning requirements, job opportunities, etc., in the various programs and should be prepared to declare a major when they register for the first semester of the sophomore year. Combined Programs of StudyIn addition to pursuing a single major, students may combine programs of study (check University Academic Requirements for more information; page numbers below refer to the printed catalog). Minors: See page 18.
Interdisciplinary MinorsAgribusinessThe agribusiness minor is designed to provide students in disciplines other than environmental and resource economics training in the economics and management of agricultural and other natural resource business firms. This program prepares students to work for private companies, governmental agencies or nonprofit, nongovernmental organizations. Students who are interested in operating their own business will also find this minor very useful. The courses in the agribusiness minor emphasize the applications of economic and business management principles.
Required For additional information, contact Alberto B. Manalo, Environmental and Resource Economics Program Coordinator, 309 James Hall, (603) 862-3917. Community PlanningLand use and its impact on the quality of life has emerged as a major policy issue in New Hampshire, as well as at the national and global levels. Planning is a multidisciplinary profession that requires people who understand the technical tools and social concepts required to guide the selection and implementation of alternative schemes compatible with long term environmental and economic objectives. Students may supplement their major and general education course requirements with specific courses that will enhance their ability to find employment that requires knowledge of planning concepts and tools used in the formulation and implementation of effective land and resource planning by government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private business firms.
Required
Group II-Tools and applications in planning (choose two)
CIE 505, Surveying (coreq: MATH 426)
Group III-Resource management theory (choose one)
CD 717, Law of Community Planning
Group IV-Additional complementary electives (optional)
CD 794, Community Planning Internship
For additional information, contact Professor Edmund Jansen Jr., Community Development Program Coordinator, 319 James Hall. GeneticsThe interdepartmental program in genetics involves faculty from the departments of animal and nutritional sciences, biochemistry and molecular biology, microbiology, plant biology, and zoology. Course descriptions can be found in the genetics entry on page 166 of this catalog, as well as in the listings of the cooperating departments. M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in genetics are offered through the Graduate School. An undergraduate major in genetics is not currently offered. Undergraduates interested in genetics can pursue a minor (see requirements below). Students interested in preparing for graduate work in genetics should contact the chairperson of the genetics program early in their undergraduate careers for advice on courses.
Genetics Minor
Transmission Genetics
Molecular Genetics
Population and Quantitative Genetics Marine BiologyThe minor in Marine Biology, available to all students in the University, consists of 20 credits with grades of C- or better and no pass/fail courses.
Introductory course (choose one)
Interest concentration courses (choose four) Plant Pest ManagementThe Plant Pest Management minor provides a broad, but comprehensive, foundation in the concepts and practices employed in managing the major groups of pests that affect agricultural crops. It covers both the integrated pest management systems used in modern agriculture in developed countries and the agricultural practices used in developing countries. It is designed for students majoring in plant biology with career interests in commercial agriculture, agricultural industries, agricultural consulting, USDA regulatory service, economic entomology, plant pathology, integrated pest management, or Cooperative Extension. It also provides a strong background for students interested in pursuing advanced degrees required for these areas.
Required
Select Three Further information may be obtained from the chairperson of the Plant Biology Department or any instructor teaching one of the required courses listed above. Sustainable LivingIssues of sustainable living involve every aspect of life. To learn about sustainable living, a community and bioregional context is desirable. The student must be aware of environmental issues and problems, have an understanding of ecology, increase his or her capacity to think about complex problems, and have hands-on learning experiences to approach effectiveness in sustainable living. Students taking the sustainable living minor will, at minimum, take the courses listed below. Courses should be taken in roughly the order listed.
Required
Choose one of the following
Choose one of the following For additional information please contact Dr. Robert Eckert, Natural Resources Department, James Hall. Wetland EcologyStudents in biology, environmental horticulture, environmental conservation, forestry, plant biology, soil science, water resources management, and wildlife management should consider obtaining a minor in wetland ecology. There is a strong demand among consulting firms, and state and federal agencies for employees with a knowledge and experience in wetland soils, vegetation, and hydraulic functions. Fulfilling the requirements of this minor in combination with one of the above bachelor programs will enhance employment opportunities with these agencies.
Required
Recommended
Programs of StudyAdult and Occupational Education(For program description, see College of Liberal Arts.)
The undergraduate animal sciences program at UNH provides students with fundamental and applied education in nutrition, reproduction, genetics, physiology, pathology, cell biology, and large animal management. Courses are offered in all areas of dairy and light horse production. The Department of Animal and Nutritional Sciences is housed in Kendall Hall, a modern five-story animal research facility. This building houses the New Hampshire Veterinary Diagnostic Lab; an electron microscopy facility; and nutrition, physiology, and cell culture labs, all of which provide opportunities for students interested in basic animal sciences. The department maintains a light horse center and offers an equine program with courses in management, equine diseases, equine discipline, physical performance, and horsemanship specializing in dressage and combined training. Dairy facilities include housing for more than one hundred milking-age cows in the new $1.6-million Dairy Teaching and Research Center. Miniature swine are maintained at the Burley-Demerritt farm. Extensive poultry facilities also permit research and work experience in poultry science. The animal sciences program offers two majors: animal science--with options in (1) equine sciences, (2) bioscience and technology, and (3) preveterinary medicine--and dairy management. In addition to satisfying the specific requirements of these majors or options, all animal science and dairy management majors must complete the University general education requirements. The department also offers a program in nutritional sciences. The equine sciences option is intended to prepare students for a career in the equine industry. While the basic curriculum for this option provides students with the fundamental background in the equine sciences, preparation in a particular area of specialization is achieved by choosing courses from one of the following two areas of concentration: equine industry equestrian management or equine industry agribusiness management. Students in the bioscience and technology option often specialize in nutrition, reproduction, genetics, or cell biology. This curriculum prepares students for advanced training in graduate school programs or in various medical professions; entry-level positions in biomedical, biotechnical, pharmaceutical, and other scientific companies; or technical positions in many research and medical units. The preveterinary medicine option is designed to meet the academic requirements of most veterinary schools. Requirements may be met within three years, allowing students to apply to veterinary school during their senior year. However, most students finish their senior year, thus allowing more time for electives, concentration in areas of secondary interest, and completion of graduation requirements. Employers in agriculture prefer to hire an agricultural graduate with extensive knowledge in a related field (e.g., computer science) rather than a graduate in one of these areas with no knowledge of agriculture. Hence, animal science students are encouraged to obtain training in a field that complements study in animal sciences. Such areas may include cell biology, biotechnical skills, communications, computer science, education, or business. This is generally accomplished by either taking a concentration of courses or obtaining a minor in a "specialty" area. Attainment of sufficient training in a "specialty" area enhances opportunity for employment. A careers course is offered to help students select and prepare for a particular career area. Development of optional career goals is important for preveterinary students. Admission to schools of veterinary medicine is highly competitive. Therefore, students in this option are urged to prepare for alternative careers as they complete preveterinary requirements. All animal science majors are required to complete ANSC 406; CHEM 403-404; and ENGL 501, 503, or 519. In addition, the requirements in one of the three following options must also be completed:
Equine Sciences Option
Bioscience and Technology Option
Preveterinary Medicine Option
(For course requirements for the B.S. degree in dairy management, see Dairy Management.)
General Science Certification
For further information, contact the coordinator of teacher education in the Department of Education.
The field of biochemistry and molecular biology encompasses a broad range of the molecular life sciences, from biophysics and biochemistry to applied biology and medicine. The B.S. in biochemistry is based on a solid foundation in biology, chemistry, physics and math, along with advanced courses in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and genetics. The combined B.S.-M.S. degree program allows outstanding students with well-defined career plans to augment their bachelor's degree program with an intensive research program and graduate-level course work leading to the master's degree. The department offers specialized training in the areas of molecular genetics, signal transduction, gene regulation, bioinformatics, molecular evolution, cancer biology, macromolecular interactions, glycoproteins, lipid metabolism, endocrinology, and reproductive physiology. Undergraduate students are encouraged to become involved in research projects sponsored by external granting agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, and others. Students interested in the biochemistry major should consult with the department chairperson or a faculty member as early as possible to ensure the most effective curricular planning. For first-year students with a strong high school preparation in both chemistry and mathematics (including calculus), the following schedule is recommended: Fall; Spring
For first-year students lacking a strong background in chemistry and mathematics, the following schedule is recommended:
Fall; Spring
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
I. All of the following
II. One of the following molecular biology courses
III. One of the following biochemistry courses
IV. One of the following cell and organismal biology courses
V. One of the following laboratory techniques courses
VI. One additional course from groups II-V The biochemistry curriculum provides most of the required and recommended courses for students seeking admission to professional schools in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and pharmacy. Students who major in biochemistry can also use their training in conjunction with advanced degrees in law and business. Approximately 50 percent of the students who graduate with a major in biochemistry seek advanced degrees. Many biochemistry majors go on to attend graduate school in all areas of the life and biomedical sciences, especially graduate programs in genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and chemistry. Recipients of an M.S. degree are more attractive to employers and often obtain better positions, greater salaries, and more responsibility and independence. A Ph.D. degree is eventually required for those who wish to direct research programs, be involved in state-of-the-art scientific research, become a professor in a college or university, or obtain an executive position in a science-related area of industry or government. Students obtaining the B.S. in biochemistry enjoy excellent job prospects immediately upon graduation. There is currently a demand for skilled research technicians in biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical companies, government agencies, academic research laboratories, and hospitals. Students graduating in biochemistry have knowledge that is valuable in the fields of management, sales, marketing, regulatory affairs, technical writing, and scientific journalism. With additional courses in education, the B.S. in biochemistry also qualifies graduates to teach at the elementary, junior high, and high school levels. Combined Bachelor of Science and Master's of Science in Biochemistry
Admission Policy
Requirements
Suggested Program
Junior year
Senior year
Fall semester, fifth year
Spring semester and summer, fifth year
Support
General Science Certification
For further information, contact the coordinator of teacher education in the Department of Education.
BiologyCoordinator: Subhash C. MinochaThe biology program is an interdepartmental and interdisciplinary program which offers a bachelor of science degree with four options. Students interested in earning a bachelor's degree in biology can choose one of the following options: (1) ecology evolution and behavior; (2) general biology; (3) marine and freshwater biology; and (4) molecular, cellular, and developmental biology. Majors in the following biological science departments are also available: (1) animal sciences, p. 81, (2) biochemistry, p. 81, (3) microbiology, p. 87, (4) nutritional sciences, p. 88, (5) plant biology, p. 88, or (6) zoology, p. 92. Any of these majors is appropriate for those planning subsequently to earn M.S. or Ph.D. degrees; for those seeking a health care related professional degree; for those desiring biology teaching certification; and for those desiring employment in a wide variety of biology- and biotechnology-oriented industries. Some examples of typical career areas for biology majors are biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, environmental consulting, environmental education, secondary school science teaching, college teaching and research, health-related professions, state or federal government services, science journalism, and marine biology. Students who wish to choose a departmental major should consult with that department for a more specific list of career opportunities. New students wishing to major in a specific area within the biological sciences are encouraged to declare their major in the first year. Those generally interested in biology, but unsure of a specific major at this time should declare general biology to ensure a timely beginning of the core curriculum. In either case, each student will be assigned a faculty adviser. The adviser will assist in academic program development, course selection, and choice of major. Changing majors within the biological sciences is easy during the first two years since the biology core curriculum is common to all of the listed biological science majors.
Biology Core Curriculum
Freshman Year
Succeeding Years
*BIOL 400 is required for first-year biology majors only.
Academic Requirements
The minimum grade acceptable for courses required by the major is D-. Students who expect to compete successfully for admission to post-baccalaureate degree programs should maintain a cumulative grade-point average of 3.00 after the end of the sophomore year.
Biology Major Options
Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior. Eight courses in addition to core curriculum courses must be selected from those listed in the Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior Curriculum Guide. General Biology.Within the biology core, BIOL 528 and BCHM 658/659 are preferred. Eight courses in addition to core curriculum courses must be selected from those listed in the General Biology Curriculum Guide. Marine and Freshwater Biology. BIOL 528 and BCHM 658/659 are preferred in the core. Eight courses in addition to core curriculum courses must be selected from those listed in the Marine and Freshwater Biology Curriculum Guide. If possible, students should consider enrolling in ZOOL 674, a 6-credit summer experience at the Isles of Shoals Marine Laboratory, in the summer following the freshman year. A senior project or undergraduate research experience is also strongly recommended. Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. CHEM 651/653-652/654 are preferred in the core. Eight courses in addition to core curriculum courses must be selected from those listed in the Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology Curriculum Guide.
Prehealth Professional Program
Biology Teacher Certification and General Science Certification
Biology Minor
Students interested in a biology major or minor should contact the Biology Program Office, Taylor Hall, 862-3066.
Community DevelopmentChairperson: Alberto B. ManaloCoordinator: Edmund F. Jansen, Jr. Professors: John M. Halstead, Edmund F. Jansen, Jr., Bruce E. Lindsay Associate Professors: Alberto B. Manalo, Douglas E. Morris, Robert A. Robertson Adjunct Assistant Professor: Lynda Brushett The community development program prepares students for professional careers as local government administrators, town or regional land-use planners, and community facilitators and educators. It is an applied social science degree program that gives the student an understanding of the interrelated social, economic, political, environmental, and technical factors that influence a community and its residents. The curriculum takes an interdisciplinary approach and includes field experience and internships as vital components that complement classroom and independent research. Students majoring in community development are encouraged to concentrate in one of three areas: (1) community change and development, (2) community public administration, and (3) community and regional planning. These areas of specialty provide the necessary background and training to prepare graduates for entry-level positions with local municipalities and agencies throughout the nation. The community development program also provides a firm base for graduate study in a variety of areas such as regional planning, public administration, rural sociology, economic development, and law. A minor in community development or community planning provides opportunities for students in other areas to better understand the application of their knowledge to specific community issues. A community development minor complements majors in both technical fields and liberal arts. Local municipalities in New England are turning to full-time professional administrators to assume responsibility for the day-to-day administration, management, and planning activities that were previously carried out by part-time town officials. Officials at the New Hampshire Municipal Association estimated that New Hampshire needs, each year, at least twenty-five new graduates in community and public administration to fill local government professional needs. In addition to professional administration or planning positions in local or regional government, employment opportunities are also available with public agencies and organizations at the state, national, and international levels. Students interested in the challenges of community development should consult with the program coordinator or with the chairperson of the Department of Resource Economics and Development. Required Courses
EREC 525, Statistical Methods and Applications
II. One of the following (4 credits)
III. At least three courses from the following (Minimum of 12 credits)
IV. Two courses from two of the following groups (at least 6 credits)
V. The following three courses
Dairy ManagementCoursesThe dairy management program, offered by the Department of Animal and Nutritional Sciences, is designed to provide students with solid training in areas important to the successful management of a dairy enterprise, for employment in related agribusinesses (e.g., pharmaceutical and feed industries), or for those wishing to pursue additional training leading to the M.S. or Ph.D. degree in dairy science or its related disciplines. Dairy management students receive training in areas such as nutrition, reproduction, diseases, genetics, lactation physiology, forages, agribusiness finance, personnel management, computer science, and public relations. In addition, junior and senior students enrolled in this program will be given complete responsibility for managing the UNH teaching herd with other students, thereby acquiring actual management experience along with their basic subject matter training. The UNH Teaching and Research Center, a modern dairy facility, houses approximately one hundred milking cows plus a similar number of nonlactating animals. In addition to the University's general education requirements, a typical dairy management student will take the following courses:
First Year
Second Year
Summer Internship
Third Year
Fourth Year
Students interested in pursuing graduate studies take
This program offers training in environmental and resource economics, including public resource policy, resource management, natural resource and environmental economics, and community economics and finance. The curriculum emphasizes applied economics in the context of public policy. Training is also available in agricultural economics, including agribusiness, small business management, food marketing, agricultural policy, and world food supplies. Students majoring in environmental and resource economics will normally concentrate in one of the following three areas: environmental and natural resource economics, agricultural economics, or community economics. In addition, students must satisfy general education requirements, which lead to a broad university education. Majors interested in the economic or business aspects of agriculture and natural resources will be expected to take courses in the biology departments. Students majoring in any of the social science, life science, and agriculture departments of the University may find it to their advantage to elect courses or a minor in environmental and resource economics or agribusiness. By doing so, their basic training can be supplemented in a specific area of interest, such as resource development and natural resource policy for social science majors, farm management and agricultural marketing for agricultural majors, and community economics and finance for students interested in local government and development.
Required Courses
At least five of the following, of which two must be 700 level
Students who major in environmental and resource economics are qualified for a wide variety of opportunities upon graduation. Private business, public institutions, and government agencies currently have a strong demand for specialists trained in natural resource development; land and water use policy; natural resource and small business management; agricultural, fisheries, and forestry marketing; and community development. In many cases, students may wish to improve their qualifications by pursuing more specialized graduate studies in one or more of the above areas.
Departmental Honors
Students interested in a major or minor in environmental and resource economics should contact Alberto B. Manalo at (603) 862-1700.
The program in environmental conservation provides a broad background for understanding environmental and resource problems and their solutions. Development of policies and planning are essential to resolving environmental problems and require a foundation in biology as well as economics. Students must choose a 32-credit option (environmental affairs or environmental science) or develop a concentration that is related to specific career goals (for example, in the areas of environmental education, ecology, or conservation biology). Students choosing the latter route must incorporate a minor into their concentration. In addition to courses in the options or concentrations, student must complete the 17 core courses listed below. Courses in the EC program major must be completed with a grade of C- or better. Minor in Environmental Conservation A minor in environmental conservation is available to students outside of the environmental conservation major. This minor consists of five courses or 20 credits. The following are the categories and/or specific courses required:
1. Any one of the following: PBIO 412, ZOOL 412, BIOL 411, BIOL 412. Note that BIOL 411/412 is usually restricted to students in the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture. The recommended courses are PBIO 412 or ZOOL 412. 2. EC 535, Contemporary Conservation Issues and Environmental Awareness. 3. One course in ecology. Some possibilities include, but are not limited to: BIOL 541, WILD 433, FOR 425, FOR 527. 4. One intermediate level course (600-level or higher) in ecological economics, resource economics, or environmental policy. Examples are EC 720, International Environmental Politics and Policies for the 21st Century; ECON 607, Ecological Economics; EREC 606/611/627 or 676 (prerequisite for the EREC or ECON 607 courses is an introductory course in micro economics such as EREC 411.) 5. One of the following: WARM 504, Freshwater Resources; SOIL 501, Introduction to Soil Sciences; FOR 502, The Endangered Forest; or EC 703, Applied Environmental Philosophy. For additional information please contact Dr. Mimi Larsen Becker, Department of Natural Resources, James Hall. Environmental Conservation Off-Campus Programs The environmental conservation program offers two programs which provide an option to spend a semester abroad. The Geocommons Program offers 12 credits in international sustainable communities (EC 674, 675, and 676) by providing semester experiences in communities that are striving for sustainability in India and France. Emphasis is on the human dimensions of community-building, ecological design, and a sense of place (coordinator: Dr. Robert Eckert ). The UNH-EcoQuest New Zealand Program provides highly motivated students with the opportunity to engage in a unique multidisciplinary, research-oriented field study program. Four fully integrated courses (EC 660, 661, 662, and 663 for 16 credit hours) focus on the ecological, resource management, conservation and sustainability issues important to the natural environment, economy, and culture of New Zealand over a full semester. Alternatively, students can participate in a summer session five-week two-course intensive (EC 660, 662 for 8 credit hours). Students engaged in this learning community will examine unique ecosystems, watershed scale restoration, and undertake a problem-solving, hands-on integrated approach to resource management investigations which incorporate cultural, economic, and policy dimensions of the New Zealand environment. UNH EcoQuest New Zealand Program Coordinator: Dr. Mimi Larsen Becker.
The following seventeen courses are required of all majors
Ecology Electives: Check all courses for prerequisites. Choose TWO of the following. You must take one of the following courses FIRST.
Select your SECOND course from the following
Economics Elective: Choose one of the following
One communication skills course
One writing skills course
One statistical skills course
EC 637, Practicum in Environmental Conservation, 4 credits. The practicum is a student-initiated independent project involving field work on an actual conservation activity, off campus, during the senior year. There is a 100-hour minimum time commitment which may be public service or for pay. NR 775, Natural Resources Senior Project Students should plan to work for a master's degree if they wish to be professional conservationists. The undergraduate degree offers an education in environmental conservation with the opportunity for specialization or generalization in related fields. All students must complete the University general education requirements. Students interested in a major may consult with the program coordinator, Robert Eckert, James Hall.
General Science Certification
For further information, contact the coordinator of teacher education in the Department of Education. Forestry is the art and science of managing and understanding the natural and human dimensions of forests and forest use. The forestry program is designed to provide graduating professionals with a sound technical preparation and a broad general education. The forest management and forest science options of the forestry major leading to the bachelor of science in forestry degree (B.S.F.) are accredited by the Society of American Foresters (SAF). The SAF is recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education as the accrediting body for forestry in the United States. Professional foresters are employed by private industry, public agencies, public interest firms, groups, educational institutions, research organizations, and consulting firms. Foresters manage forests, provide for wildlife habitat and forest recreation, protect water and soil resources, and assure a sustainable supply of forest products. Some graduates work toward natural resource protection and the improvement of environmental quality. Forestry education at UNH focuses on ecosystem management for diversity, productivity and health, based on multidisciplinary collaboration. There are opportunities in international forestry. Many students enter graduate school for advanced training in forest biology or forest management. Technical, administrative, and managerial skills are required of all professional foresters. This program provides a foundation in scientific knowledge, as well as technical and managerial skills, with elective freedom to cultivate special abilities and interests. Students majoring in forestry must complete 130 credits of classroom work and 4 credits of field training. University general education requirements are included in this total. Besides these formal courses, all forestry majors are required to have at least one summer of forestry work experience (FOR 500). While students are responsible for their own summer work, placement assistance is available from the faculty. In the junior year, students must choose to concentrate in either of the following options (and must earn 24 credits within that concentration to graduate):
Forest Management Option
Forest Science Option
Minors
Freshman Year
Sophomore Year
Junior Year
Senior Year
Students interested in the forestry program may consult with the program coordinator, Richard Weyrick, James Hall.
General Science Certification
For further information, contact the coordinator of teacher education in the Department of Education.
General StudiesGeneral studies provides a flexible curriculum for students with a broad, general interest in several areas of life sciences and agriculture. It cuts across departmental lines and in some respects resembles a self-designed major. General studies is not intended to be a catch-all for students from other colleges, but is designed to serve the needs of life sciences and agriculture students. Requirements for a general studies major are CHEM 403-404; BIOL 411-412 (or PBIO 412 and ZOOL 412); PHYS 401-402; and six additional courses in the college (or closely related courses approved by the adviser) two of which must be at the 600 level and two at the 700 level. These courses should be interrelated in such a way that they will help students meet their goals for employment or further study.Freshmen who are unsure of a major should not declare general studies as a major but should remain undeclared for a semester or two (see Undeclared Status). The program is generally not available to students entering their senior year.
Genetics ProgramThe Genetics Program offers master's and Ph.D. degrees in genetics. Undergraduates interested in Genetics can pursue their interests within the context of any of the following B.S. degree programs: biology, animal sciences, biochemistry and molecular biology, microbiology, plant biology, and zoology. For course entries in genetics, see course descriptions under GEN, as well as relevant courses listed under the fore-listed departments and programs. Students interested in preparing for graduate work in genetics at UNH or elsewhere should contact the chairperson of the Genetics Program early in their undergraduate careers for advice on courses.
Microbiology explores the world of organisms too small to be seen with the unaided eye. The primary emphasis in the Department of Microbiology is on prokaryotes (bacteria and archaea) and viruses. The curriculum provides basic familiarity with microorganisms, their interactions with other life forms (including humans), and their roles in natural systems and processes.
Baccalaureate degree holders in microbiology secure positions in industry (food and beverage, pharmaceutical, bioproducts, etc.); in city, state, and federal agencies (public health, environmental quality, regulatory, etc.); or in universities or research institutes.
The Department of Microbiology offers programs of study leading to the bachelor of science degree. Microbiology is widely recognized as being both a basic life science and a highly pragmatic applied science. Two curricula within the microbiology program are intended to accommodate the diverse needs of potential students. Curriculum A is recommended for individuals intending to enter the work force or pursue graduate education in the biological sciences, biomedicine, or biotechnology. It also provides for entry into professional programs such as dentistry, human medicine, or, with little additional preparation, veterinary medicine. Curriculum B is appropriate for students planning to enter the work force immediately upon graduation, as research technicians, applied scientists, or in sales or marketing positions in the life sciences or biotechnological enterprises. This curriculum would be appropriate for transfer students from other colleges or universities as well as for students planning to pursue a degree in business, including the M.B.A., as appropriate for careers in managing diagnostic laboratories or in hospital administration.
Each curriculum is satisfied by Microbiology Group One and Group Two course requirements. Group One courses are common to all students in that curriculum. Group Two requirements are satisfied by choosing at least one microbiology course from each of three categories: medical, general, and ecological. Students are required to complete seven microbiology courses totaling a minimum of 28 credits (including MICR 503) for a major in microbiology.
Curriculum A
Curriculum B
Special Projects in Microbiology (MICR 795) is available by special permission and allows students the opportunity to conduct semi-independent research projects in conjunction with departmental faculty. Up to 4 credits of Problems in Microbiology may be applied to major requirements, although students may enroll for additional hours. Students must receive a minimum grade of C in major requirements taught in the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture (e.g., microbiology, biology, or biochemistry). A passing grade in major requirements taught outside the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture (e.g., chemistry, math, or physics) is acceptable.
Students planning to attend graduate or postgraduate professional school or to apply for certification as registered microbiologists through the American Society for Microbiology are strongly advised to take a course in quantitative analysis (CHEM 517-518).
Individuals considering a major in microbiology are strongly encouraged to enroll in MICR 503 and organic chemistry in their sophomore year. Requirements in the biology core curriculum may be deferred until the subsequent year, if necessary.
Students may obtain a minor in microbiology by successfully completing MICR 503 and four additional departmental courses totaling a minimum of 20 credits at the 600 or 700 level. BCHM 658/659 may be substituted for one of these courses. A maximum of 4 credits of Problems in Microbiology may be applied to the minor.
Departmental Honors
Students wishing to declare a major or minor in microbiology or to be admitted to the microbiology honors program should consult the departmental chair.
The science of nutrition is the study of nutrients in food and the body's handling of these nutrients. As an applied science, nutrition is based on biochemistry and physiology but can also include anthropology, economics, genetics, microbiology, pathology, animal sciences, and zoology. Consequently, the nutritionist often cooperates with workers in many different fields. The nutrition program at UNH is designed to permit specialized study in human and/or animal nutrition.
Two curricula are offered to meet the educational needs of students with differing professional aspirations.
Basic Science Curriculum
Dietetics Curriculum
Plant biology is the study of plants at the population, organismal, cellular, and molecular level; and the investigation of the uses of plants for food, fiber, recreational, and ornamental purposes. Offerings in marine and freshwater plant biology also are provided and are facilitated by the Jackson Estuarine Laboratory and two marine laboratories where the plant biology faculty maintains an active involvement in teaching and research. The Department of Plant Biology offers three baccalaureate degrees: bachelor of science in plant biology, bachelor of science in environmental horticulture, and bachelor of arts in plant biology. See also programs listed under biology major and marine sciences.
B.S. in Plant Biology
Students are required to take the core courses, which include the biology core curriculum, and five plant biology elective courses.
Core Courses, Credits
Plant Biology Electives
Category 1: Systematics, Ecology, and Evolution
Category 2: Marine and Freshwater Plant Biology
Category 3: Plant Structure and Physiology
Category 4: Environmental Horticulture
Category 5: Plant Genetics, Cell Biology, and
Biotechnology
B.S. in Environmental Horticulture
This program offers a flexible curriculum for students interested in a multifaceted view of plant agriculture that also embraces issues of environmental stewardship, food safety, international development, and other topics of broad public concern. A degree in environmental horticulture will prepare students for careers managing greenhouses, nurseries, farms, and golf courses; in teaching; in consulting and applied research; in practicing journalism; in working for park and highway planning commissions; in working in sales or brokerage aspects of wholesale and retail marketing; and in finding employment in food- and feed-processing firms.
Students are required to take the core courses, support courses, and 20 credits of elective courses.
Core Courses, Credits
Electives
Students are offered some flexibility in selection of electives, although these electives should be related to horticulture and selected in consultation with an adviser.
Support Courses Required From Other
Departments
B.A. in Plant Biology
Requirements, Credits
Upper Level Plant Biology Categories Electives
General Education
Other B.A. Requirements
General Science Certification
For further information, contact the coordinator of teacher education in the Department of Education.
Minors
The specific requirements of the minor in plant biology include PBIO 401, PBIO 412 or equivalent, and a minimum of 15 credits from the following list of courses: PBIO 566, 625, 651, 668, 701/702, 709, 711, 713, 714/715, 717, 719, 721, 722, 723, 724, 725, 727, 729, 744, 745, 747, 751, 752, 753, 754, 758, 761, 765, 766, 774/775, 795 (maximum of 4 cr.), 796.
The requirements for the environmental horticulture minor are PBIO 401, PBIO 421, and a minimum of 15 credits from the following list of courses: PBIO 546, 547, 557, 565, 566, 572, 612, 650, 651, 652, 655, 678, 682, 689, 701/702, 706/708; HT 263.
For selection of specific courses, see the department chair or your adviser.
Departmental Honors
Soil scientists are concerned with proper management of our soil resources, in rural and urban environments, and with the essential role of soil in sustainable resource management. Growing national attention to environmental concerns has also created a need for soil scientists as members of interdisciplinary teams engaged in a variety of natural resource and environmental quality issues.
Career opportunities are excellent for graduates of the soil science program. There is a growing awareness that planning, design, and construction of public and private facilities must be compatible with the soil upon which these facilities are placed. Thus, the increasing urbanization of the Northeast has created a demand for soil scientists competent to advise on soil considerations during planning and development stages. Soils expertise is usually needed in identification of sensitive areas in need of protection. Soil scientists often play important roles in toxic waste remediation, aquifer protection, and site selection for hazardous waste disposal or storage. There is also a growing role for soil scientists with supplemental training in environmental chemistry who wish to work with plant scientists and foresters in developing sustainable systems for food and fiber production, or with planners in developing landscape management plans.
Students in the soil science program are given a strong analytical background for studying physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils, as well as their classification and management. Graduates are well prepared for further study in graduate school, and professional certification is available through the American Registry of Certified Professionals in Soils.
Core Courses
B. Natural Resources Courses
C. Support Courses
Students interested in the soil science major should consult with Elizabeth Rochette.
General Science Certification
For further information, contact the coordinator of teacher education in the Department of Education.
Tourism creates immense economic activity, totaling more than $4 trillion dollars of world spending activity. Tourism is also an integral part of New England's economy. Experience has shown that the public and private sectors of the tourism industry benefit substantially from proper planning. Those locations with the best planned and managed tourism developments are likely to be the most successful tourist destinations from the standpoint of providing both high-quality tourist experiences and bringing substantial economic benefits with minimal disruptions to the social and natural environment. In response to these needs, the Department of Resource Economics and Development offers a bachelor of science degree in tourism planning and development from regional and international perspectives.
The tourism planning and development curriculum provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to plan, develop, and manage natural, cultural, and financial resources in an environmentally responsible manner. The program utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to provide students with a strong liberal education supplemented by a broad professional understanding of tourism planning and its role in local, state, national, global economic, and social development. Students study both the social and environmental sciences in order to better understand the complexity of natural and social systems. The program emphasizes the practical application of planning and economic theory to the planning for the development of tourism resources.
Curriculum Structure
Core Courses
International Tourism Development Concentration
Regional Tourism Planning Concentration
New England Regional Student Program
There is a critical need for individuals who understand how changes in land use affect water quantity and quality. The B.S. degree program in water resources management is designed to educate students in the principles of land management, biology, chemistry, water quality, and hydrology specifically as they relate to the management of water resources. The program stresses an interdisciplinary approach to resource management, including environmental, economic, social, and political considerations. Hands-on field experience is expected and research projects are encouraged.
This degree program is designed for students who intend to pursue advanced degree work in environmental studies or careers in government, in public or private utilities that manage land and water resources, in private consulting firms that offer water resource management services, and in any of a wide variety of not-for-profit organizations that address land and water resource issues.
The program is divided into three interacting parts: general education, core requirements, and an area of specialization or exploration. The core program provides a foundation in both physical and social sciences. The area of specialization or exploration allows students to pursue a minor or double major, or to survey a variety of courses relevant to water resources management. This allows students to tailor their education to meet individual areas of interest.
In addition to formal courses, all water resources management majors are required to participate in a relevant work experience or internship (WARM 500) and a senior project (NR 775). Students are responsible for identifying appropriate work experiences, although assistance is available from the faculty. Students may also choose to do a senior thesis (WARM 795).
Students who are interested in the water resources management B.S. program should contact William H. McDowell in the Department of Natural Resources.
General Education
Core Water Resources Management Degree
Requirements
PHYS 401, Intro Physics I
PHYS 402, Intro Physics II
BIOL 412, Principles of Biology II*
ESCI 401, Principles of Geology I
ESCI 705, Principles of Hydrology
EREC 676, Economics of Water Use and Quality Management
SOIL 501, Introduction to Soil Sciences
* Alternates available.
Each student must take a combination of courses, devised by the student and his or her adviser, that suitably defines a coherent area of professional specialization. Each student must accumulate a total of at least 128 credit hours.
The wildlife curriculum is for students interested in the ecology, conservation, and management of wild animals. It is designed to provide a knowledge of wildlife species and their various forest, field, and wetland habitats. Students are prepared for employment with public and private agencies in wildlife management, or for continued study at the graduate level.
Fieldwork is carried out during the academic year on local and regional wildlife areas. Each year, a two-week field session is held during June for all students who have completed the sophomore year. Majors are assisted and encouraged to obtain summer employment related to their career objectives.
The degree earned is a bachelor of science with a major in wildlife management. The program is administered in the Department of Natural Resources.
In addition to the normal University fees and tuition, wildlife students are required to meet special fee charges in connection with regularly planned field laboratory sessions.
Freshman Year
Sophomore Year
Junior Year
Senior Year
*Electives should be used to satisfy remaining general education requirements and the wildlife major requirements in the areas of policy and administration, communication skills, and physical sciences (one course in each area--pertinent courses are listed in the detailed wildlife curricular guidelines available from the department).
Students interested in the wildlife management major may consult with the program coordinator, Peter Pekins, James Hall.
General Science Certification
For further information, contact the coordinator of teacher education in the Department of Education.
The Department of Zoology has a primary responsibility for undergraduate and graduate instruction in fundamental aspects of animal biology, including the principles of form, function, development, and diversity produced by animal evolution. The teaching program provides a broad coverage of basic biological processes in invertebrate and vertebrate animals at the cellular, organismic, population, and community levels. Students receive background for a variety of professional positions in the public and private sector, and for graduate programs in the biological sciences including health-related fields. The department offers the bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, master of science, and doctor of philosophy degrees. Zoology faculty contribute significantly to the biology core curriculum, marine biology minor, genetics program, University Honors Program, Ocean Projects and Undergraduate Research Opportunity programs, and courses at the Shoals Marine Laboratory.
There is a strong teaching and research emphasis on ecological and physiological processes in aquatic animals or ecosystems. This focus is enhanced by the geographical location of the University and the availability of facilities for aquatic research. The University's location and facilities provide unique opportunities for the study of aquatic and terrestrial animals due to its access to the seacoast and the lakes region of New Hampshire, and the presence of two coastal marine laboratories, as well as estuarine and freshwater laboratories.
The zoology major builds from the common background of the biology core curriculum, with ample time for third- and fourth-year students to concentrate in specialized disciplines such as marine and freshwater biology, behavior, cell and developmental biology, ecology, evolution, fisheries, physiology, and neurobiology. Zoology majors must complete 32 credits from courses in the biological sciences approved by the department with a 2.00 average. Students must receive a minimum grade of C- in major requirements taught in the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture (e.g., zoology, microbiology, biology, biochemistry). A passing grade in major requirements taught outside the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture (e.g., chemistry, mathematics, physics) is acceptable. Minimum requirements for the zoology (B.S.) major are as follows: completion of the biology core courses and required courses in animal morphology, physiology and development, plus advanced electives in zoology and other biological sciences.
Students who are interested in a zoology major should consult the department's undergraduate adviser or chair.
General Science Certification
For further information, contact the coordinator of teacher education in the Department of Education.
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