iBC1: BIOL 207/CHEM 107
iBC2: Biology 208/CHEM 108
(both honors and non-honors versions of these courses are offered yearly)
The iBC course series integrates the instruction of introductory Biology and Chemistry courses and labs for life science majors.
IBC Program Goals
- Prepare all students, with the skills necessary to collaborate, solve problems, communicate, and reason scientifically across traditional disciplinary boundaries
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Use evidence-based practices in STEM education to ensure success for all students
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Create and sustain a culture of professional development for peer mentors, graduate teaching assistants, preceptors, and faculty
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Foster development of foundational scientific skills and knowledge for students across many colleges, departments, and majors
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Prepare engaged citizens who can make informed decisions based on scientific evidence, prepared to enter the technical workforce
iBC instruction
- Students attend biweekly lecture/classes for Biology and Chemistry taught in a problem-based fashion
- In biweekly studios, students solve problems that help integrate the two disciplines, or integrate the instruction of lecture and lab
- Students solve problems at a weekly Chemistry workshop led by peer facilitators
- A teaching and learning center is available daily during the semester offering tutoring and office hours to help students excell in iBC