Biology
I. Purpose and Program DescriptionA. Library's Collection Development Objectives
The collection's primary purpose and emphasis is to support studies at the B.S. degree level in Biology. The library also seeks to support Master's degree level coursework in this area. Secondary support is directed to faculty teaching and research and research assistance for library patrons. The interdisciplinary nature of biology requires that students and faculty consult related collections in the library.
B. Curricular Program Description
The Biology major includes options in eight areas of concentration: Biological Science; Microbiology; Molecular Biology; Medical Technology; Laboratory Technology; Pre-Med; Pre-Veterinary Medicine; and Environmental Science. The Biological Science option also provides a subject area degree for secondary education students with a major in Biology.
C. New and Expanding Areas of Interest
1. Environmental Science
2. Environmental Health
3. Biotechnology
D. Areas of Specialization
1. Environmental Health
2. Biotechnology
E. Overlap with Other Academic Disciplines and Library Collections
Nursing, Medical Technology, Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physical Education.
II. General Selection Guidelines
A. Languages: English is the primary language of the collection. Foreign language materials are excluded. Key works originally published in a foreign language will be purchased only in English translation.
B. Chronological Coverage: Emphasis is on current materials, but no period is excluded from consideration for the collection.
C. Geographical Coverage: Primary emphasis is on biological sciences the United States and secondary emphasis is on world biological studies.
D. Types of Material: Included are encyclopedias, handbooks, directories, dictionaries, field guides, bibliographies, biographies, statistical works, analytical research reports, biology monographs, and biology journals. All depository items issued by the Superintendent of Documents are acquired.
E. Imprint Date: Current in-print publications receive priority; however, selected retrospective publications are purchased in available formats as budget permits.
F. Physical Format: Hardbound and paperbound books, serials, audiovisuals and computer software are collected.
G. Treatment of Subject: Publications encompassing natural history, botany, genetics, human biology, environmental biology, ecology, zoology, cytology, biological physiology, biological anatomy, animal behavior and psychology, embryology, and microbiology are emphasized.
Library Liaison: Williams Subject: Biology
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Rev. 1/19/2011 (jk)