College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Requirements Admission Bachelor's Degree College University General Education Majors Agriculture and Natural Resources Animal Science Cytotechnology Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Diagnostic Sciences Dietetics Environmental Science Health Promotion Sciences Horticulture Individualized Major Landscape Architecture Medical Technology Natural Resources Nutritional Sciences Pathobiology Resource Economics Turfgrass and Soil Science Minors Aquaculture Dairy Management Food Science Landscape Design Nutrition for Exercise and Sport Sport Nutrition Courses Agriculture and Resource Economics (ARE) Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR) Allied Health (AH) Animal Science (ANSC) Cytotechnology (CYTO) Diagnostic Genetic Sciences (DGS) Dietetics (DIET) Health Sciences (HESC) Medical Technology (MT) Natural Resources Management and Engineering (NRME) Nutritional Sciences (NUSC) Pathobiology and Veterinary Science (PVS) Plant Sciences (PLSC)

 

College of Agriculture and Natural Resources

Kirklyn M. Kerr, B.S., D.V.M., M.S., Ph.D., Dean, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Cameron Faustman, Ph.D., Associate Dean, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Patricia Jepson, M.A., Academic Advisory Center Director

Link to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources website for additional information.

In 1862, Congress passed the Morrill Land Grant Act providing grants of federal land to each state. Funds from the sale of these lands were used in establishing a college teaching agriculture and related subjects in each state. Subsequent federal acts have enlarged the responsibilities of these colleges. Today they continue to serve agriculture and society in many ways through a variety of educational programs. The University of Connecticut is the land-grant university in Connecticut. The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources offers instruction at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Research and experimental work is carried on through the Storrs Agricultural Experiment Station. Educational and service programs are conducted throughout the State by the Cooperative Extension System. The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is supported by both federal and state appropriations and contributions from the private sector.

The College maintains livestock, greenhouses, forested lands, gardens, and other related operations to supplement and enhance instruction, research, and service programs. The Northeastern Research Center for Wildlife Diseases, the Center for Environmental Health, the Water Resources Center, the Center for Land Use Education and Research, and the Food Marketing Policy Center are also integral parts of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

The following departments offer undergraduate instruction in the College: Agricultural and Resource Economics, Allied Health Sciences, Animal Science, Natural Resources Management and Engineering, Nutritional Sciences, Pathobiology and Veterinary Science, and Plant Science. The Directory of Courses section of this Catalog describes the course offerings of these departments. Other courses are offered under the departmental listing Agriculture and Natural Resources.

The four-year curriculum leads to the Bachelor of Science degree.

Admission Requirements. See Admission to the University and New England Regional Student Program.

Scholarships. Over $250,000 in scholarships and awards are available to students in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Faculty Advisors. Faculty advisors are assigned to students upon entry into the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources according to a student's major and area of special interest. Advisors assist students in the selection of appropriate courses and help them develop an individualized program of study that will meet educational and career goals. The office of the Associate Dean for Academic Programs and the Academic Advisory Center of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources also support students and advisors.

Bachelor's Degree Requirements

General Education Requirements

All students in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources must meet the University-wide General Education Requirements (GER) as described in the "Academic Regulations" section of this Catalog.

36 Credit 200-Level Requirement for All Majors

Students in all majors of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources must successfully complete at least 36 credits of 200-level courses in or relating to their major. Courses for this 36 credit group may be taken from specific major requirements (as listed below for some majors), or may be selected according to a student's individual educational and career goals. This group of courses must:

Students should work closely with their advisors to review requirements, recommended courses, and career goals. Each student should prepare a tentative plan of study, outlining all courses, with an academic advisor as early as possible, but in no case later than at the start of the junior year. A final plan of study, approved by the major advisor and the department head, must be filed with the Degree Auditor no later than the end of the fourth week of classes of the semester in which a student expects to graduate.

Specific Course Requirements for Individual Majors

Students must complete specific courses for individual majors as outlined below. Many courses may be used to meet more than one requirement.

Undergraduate Majors

Students interested in agricultural education should refer to the School of Education section of this Catalog.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

This interdisciplinary major is designed for students who want broad training in agriculture and natural resources. Students work with their advisors to develop a personalized program of study.

To satisfy the general education requirement for the computer technology competency, Agriculture and Natural Resources majors must meet the University's entrance expectations.  They will not have to meet any advanced requirement for computer technology.

To satisfy the general education requirement for information literacy, students must pass ENGL 110 or 111 and one course approved for information literacy in any department of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

To satisfy the general education requirement for writing in the major, students must pass one approved 200-level W course in any department of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Link to the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department

Link to course descriptions: Course Descriptions
 

Turfgrass and Soil Science (Agronomy)

This major offers two areas of concentration. Turfgrass Science includes the management of golf courses, athletic fields, roadsides, erosion control sites, lawns and other areas where grasses are grown. The Soil Science option prepares students for professional certification. Courses focus on soil identification and suitability for different uses. (For detailed information, please refer to: www.canr.uconn.edu/plsci)

Turfgrass and Soil Sceince (Agronomy) majors must pass the following courses:

Students successfully completing these courses will have met their general education exit requirements for computer technology and information literacy.

Link to: Turfgrass and Soil Science (Agronomy) Department

Link to: Course Descriptions

Allied Health Sciences

See Department requirements and majors.

Animal Science

This major provides seven options leading to the B.S. degree: Pre-professional (veterinary medicine or graduate training), Biotechnology, Business/Service, Equine Sciences, Food Science, Environmental Health, and Production Management. (For detailed information,  please refer to: http://www.canr.uconn.edu/ansci

Animal Science majors must pass all courses from Group A, at least one course from Group B, at least two courses from Group C, and one additional course from either Group B or C.

To satisfy the general education requirement for writing in the major, students must pass either ANSC 223W, 255W, or 277W.

The Department of Animal Science offers a minor in Dairy Management, Food Science and Therapeutic Horsemanship Education.  These are described in the Minors section of this Catalog.

Link to: Animal Science Department

Link to: Course Descriptions

Environmental Science

The major in Environmental Science is based in the physical and biological sciences, but also includes course work in selected areas of the social sciences. The major leads to a Bachelor of Science degree, and may be adopted by students in either the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources or the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This curriculum offers a comprehensive approach to the study of environmental problems, including not only a rigorous scientific background, but also detailed analyses of the social and economic implications of environmental issues. The complexity and interdisciplinary nature of environmental science is reflected in the core requirements of the major. These courses, assembled from several different academic departments representing two colleges, provide both breadth and depth, preparing students for careers that deal with environmental issues, and for graduate study in environmental science and related fields.

A. Required courses in Basic Science:

D. Capstone course: GEOG 286W

E. Competency requirements: Completion of the courses listed in A.-D. will satisfy the General Education competency requirements. Completion of GEOG 286W will satisfy the writing in the major requirement. Students will use GEOG 286W to satisfy the advanced information literacy requirement.

F. Concentration requirements: All students majoring in Environmental Science must also fulfill the requirements of a concentration in a discipline associated with the program before graduation. Approved concentrations are listed below.

Environmental Health - Students must pass the indicated number of courses in the categories below:

Molecular and Cellular Biology: Two of MCB 200, 201, 205, 211, 215*, 229*

Other departments: One of ANSC 227; DGS 222; NUSC 236; PVS 200, 297

Natural Resources - Students must take NRME 239W plus one course from each of the following groups:

 Air and Water - NRME 204, 211, 234, 246, 260, 271
 Forest Resources - NRME 214, 280, 285
 Remote Sensing/GIS - NRME 237, 238, 252
 Fish and Wildlife - NRME 217, 232, 233, 235

Horticulture

The Horticulture major offers courses in the commercial production of vegetables and fruits, propagation and production of woody and herbaceous ornamental plants, and the identification, uses, and maintenance of plants in landscapes and gardens. The Plant Biotechnology option includes micropropagation and the application of molecular methods to genetic improvement of plants. (For detailed information,please refer to: www.canr.uconn.edu/plsci).

Horticulture majors must pass the following courses:

BIOL 110; CHEM 122 or 127Q; PLSC 216, 217, 251, 252, 238

One of the following:

PLSC 214, 215, 231; EEB 272; NRME 214

One of the following:

ARE 150, 215 or ECON 102, 112

Two of the following:

PLSC 203, 204, 257 or 288; EEB 288

Two of the following:

PLSC 212, 225, 226, 240, 244, 245 or 292

Horticulture majors must take PLSC 224W or PLSC 240W or PLSC 290W to fulfill their requirement for writing in the major.

Students successfully completing these courses will have met their general education exit requirements for computer technology and information literacy.

Link to: Horticulture Department

Link to: Course Descriptions

Landscape Architecture

This major provides instruction in site planning and design, landscape history, landscape architectural graphics and presentation. It includes the use of plants and other features to enrich exterior spaces. Through seminars, studio projects and internships, students learn to apply theory to actual case studies. The program is accredited by the American Society of Landscape Architects. (For detailed information, please refer to:  http://www.canr.uconn.edu/plsci/ )

Landscape Architecture majors must pass the following courses:

Students successfully completing these courses will have met their general education exit requirements for computer technology and information literacy.

Landscape Architecture majors must take PLSC 290W to fulfill their requirement for writing in the major.

A minor in Landscape Design is described in the  Minors  section.

Link to: Landscape Architecture Department

Link to: Course Descriptions

Natural Resources

All Natural Resources majors must pass the following courses:

Air and Water Resources

Students must also earn an additional 6 credits of NRME courses numbered 200 or more.

Nutritional Sciences

Nutritional Sciences majors may select options in Dietetics, Nutritional Biochemistry (pre-professional, pre-medical, etc.), Nutrition for Exercise and Sport, Food Science, or Fundamentals of Nutrition.  Nutritional Science majors preparing to become registered dieticians follow the Didactic Program in Dietetics as approved by the American Dietetic Association (ADA). The Didactic Program at the University of Connecticut is currently granted accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetic Education of the American Dietetic Association, 216 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60606-6695, (312) 899-5400. Nutritional Sciences graduates also pursue employment in community nutrition, sports and fitness, cooperative extension, food science, and other related areas of nutrition and health.
For detailed information, please refer to: www.canr.uconn.edu/nusci

Nutritional Sciences majors must successfully pass the following courses:

A minor in Nutrition for Exercise and Sport and a minor in Sport Nutrition are described in the Minors section.

Link to: Nutritional Sciences Department

Link to: Course Descriptions

Pathobiology

Students majoring in Pathobiology focus on animal health and diseases and their relationship to people and the environment. Students can prepare to enter veterinary medical schools or medical schools. Pathobiology majors also pursue careers in biotechnology, biomedical sciences, para-veterinary medicine, and many diverse laboratory and research positions in health fields and agriculture and natural resources.

For detailed information, please refer to: http://www.canr.uconn.edu/patho

Pathobiology majors must pass the following courses:

Resource Economics

This major in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics applies analytical and decision-making skills to problems of production and distribution of food products and the management of natural resources and the environment. Students may select theAgribusiness Management or Environmental Economics and Policy options.  These prepare students for a wide variety of careers in the business and government sectors, or to pursue graduate studies.
(For detailed information, please refer to: http://www.are.uconn.edu/

Students successfully completing the requirements for Resource Economics will have met their general education computer technology and information literacy requirements for this major. ARE 234W or ARE 260W will satisfy the writing requirement within the major.

Minors  in Agribusiness Management  and Environmental Economics and Policy are described in the Minors section.  

Link to: Agriculture and Resource Economics Department

Link to: Course Descriptions

* Read an Advance article about the minor in Allied Health Sciences. (Photo by Peter Morenus)

Allied Health Sciences

The Department of Allied Health Sciences admits students to its programs at the junior/senior level. All students pursuing a major in the department admit to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources as an Allied Health undeclared major. Application to and/or declaration of a major is in the spring of the sophomore year. Professional programs have competitive admission (see admission requirements). Certifications and health documentation vary depending on program admitted to. Please contact the department for questions and further information.

Professional Majors

Cytotechnology

Diagnostic Genetic Sciences

Dietetics

Medical Technology

Pathway Majors

Diagnostic Sciences

Health Promotion Sciences

Departmental requirements. Students admitted to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources must meet the college's requirements for general education and graduation. Additionally, the following mandatory documentation and certifications are only required of students admitted to the Professional majors. All other students do not need to complete this documentation unless required to do so as part of an optional internship course.

Health. In addition to pre-entrance University requirements, students admitted to the Professional Majors in the Department of Allied Health Sciences are required to have a tetanus immunization within the past ten years; physical examination; annual tuberculin test (with chest x-ray for positive reactors); rubella and rubeola titers (with vaccine if titer is negative); and varicella titer. Physical examinations, tuberculin tests and chest x-rays as indicated are planned through the University Student Health Services. In addition to the basic health screening requirements students in all professional majors are required to have Hepatitis B Immunization. Students who fail to provide written documentation that they have met the above stated health requirements will not be allowed in the clinical setting.

Education Certification. The Department of Allied Health Sciences will provide annual mandatory educational sessions so that students entering a professional major and who are entering the clinical setting are in compliance with both the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standards and are knowledgeable of the requirements for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA). Students who fail to provide written documentation that they met both the above stated OSHA and HIPPA requirements will not be allowed in the clinical setting.

CPR. Dietetics students are required to have Adult or Healthcare Provider cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification upon admission into the professional major. Students in the Medical Laboratory Sciences professional majors, Pathway Majors and Individualized Major programs are not required to have CPR certification. CPR certification must be kept current until graduation.

Clinical Experiences. Each of the professional major curricula of the department require education experiences in clinical settings. Assignment to clinical placements is contingent upon successful completion of the appropriate prerequisite course work and the judgment of the faculty of the preparedness of the student for safe practice. Additionally, students entering clinical placements must complete clinical documentation to include but not limited to a Medicare Exclusion waiver and in some clinical settings a criminal background check. Students will be notified if they are attending a clinical facility that requires this documentation. Students are responsible for payment of criminal background checks if part of their clinical affiliation.

Fees and Expenses. Students can expect fees to approximate those of other University students. The professional majors have added expenses for texts, uniforms and clinical travel. All professional major undergraduate students in the Department of Allied Health Sciences must pay two one time fees of $50 (lifetime total of $100 per student per degree) for each of their first two semesters enrolled in the department. This Student Materials Fee is to defray the cost of providing the laboratory portion of the professional curriculum in the department .

Students on clinical placement or doing an internship as part of their major are responsible for all expenses associated with the clinical/internship. Students are responsible for their own transportation to the clinical agencies/internship sites. They should allow for transportation expenses which could include parking fees, cost of gasoline and cost of air travel/bus/train where necessary. Students are required to pay full fees and tuition during off-campus clinical affiliations. During periods spent full-time in the affiliated areas off-campus, it is the responsibility of the students to find living quarters and to provide their own maintenance.

Insurance. It is mandatory that all students in the Department of Allied Health Sciences carry comprehensive health insurance, either privately or through the University. Additionally, all students in the professional majors or relevant internships are required to carry specific professional liability insurance under the blanket University policy. Students will automatically be billed for this on the University fee bill.

Academic Requirements. The Department of Allied Health Sciences requires a cumulative grade point average of not less than 2.2 in order to gain admission to the professional or junior level majors. Thereafter, students must maintain the following standards of scholastic achievement to continue in the major and department. Students who fail to maintain the minimum grade point averages or minimum course standard in any of these areas are subject to dismissal from the Department of Allied Health Sciences.

1. Students must maintain a minimum semester grade point average of 2.2

2. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.2

3. Students must maintain a minimum major grade point average of 2.2

• The Cytotechnology Major GPA includes all courses offered with the following departmental designations: AH, CYTO, DGS, and MLS

• The Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Major GPA includes all courses offered with the following departmental designations: AH, DGS, MLS, and the following MCB courses: 200, 210, and 229

• The Dietetics Major GPA includes all courses offered with the following departmental designations: AH, DIET, and the following NUSC courses: 200, 212, 233, 235

• The Medical Technology Major GPA includes all courses offered with the following departmental designations: AH, MLS, and MT

• The Pathways Major GPA includes the 36 credits of 200-level course work identified on the final plan of study

4. Students must obtain a “C” or better in all courses in the Department of Allied Health Sciences

5. No student may take a course in the Department of Allied Health Sciences for which another course in the department is a prerequisite unless that student has earned a grade of “C” or better in that prerequisite course.

6. No course in the Department of Allied Health Sciences may be repeated more than once (for a total of two times).

Admission

Freshmen are admitted into the Department of Allied Health Sciences as undeclared Allied Health students. Undeclared Allied Health students will be advised in the Department of Allied Health Sciences. Students apply to their major(s) of choice in the spring of their sophomore year.

Admission to the Pathway majors is not competitive, the Pathway majors in the Department of Allied Health Sciences are junior/senior programs. To apply, students must have a minimum GPA of 2.2, completed a minimum of 60 credits, and file an application in their fourth semester to be able to progress to the junior year course work. Admission is for the fall semester.

Admission for the Professional majors is competitive. The Professional majors in the Department of Allied Health Sciences are junior/senior programs. To apply, students must earned a minimum of 60 credits, completed all University General Education requirements, and satisfied the prerequisite science courses of the major of application. Students are advised to complete all application procedures as early as possible in their fourth semester, but no later than February 1st annually. Admission is for the fall semester.

Although freshmen are not admitted directly into the professional majors, the Department of Allied Health Sciences has a Guaranteed Admission Offer. This offer provides freshmen with direct admission in the junior year to the professional major of their choice if the student fulfills the criteria described under each major below. The Guaranteed Admission Offer is made to provide students with a clear and supportive environment in which to complete admission prerequisites and achieve their academic goals in the Department of Allied Health Sciences.

In order to qualify for Guaranteed Admission to the Professional majors in Cytotechnology, Diagnostic Genetic Sciences, Dietetics, or Medical Technology a student must: (1) have entered the University as a freshman; (2) apply to the major within two years of their freshman admission; (3) complete 3 successive semesters of full time study of required course work at the University of Connecticut; (4) must earn an Overall Grade Point Average of a minimum of a 3.2 for Diagnostic Genetic Sciences or must earn an Overall Grade Point Average of a minimum of a 3.0 for Cytotechnology, Dietetics, or Medical Technology, and (5) meet all Admission Requirements and file a Department of Allied Health Sciences Application by the deadline. Students meeting all of these criteria are guaranteed admission to the major.

University of Connecticut students who do not meet the Guaranteed Admission Offer will be reviewed competitively on a space available basis. Transfer Applicants to the professional majors will be reviewed on a space available basis once matriculated University of Connecticut students have been reviewed and offers of admission have been confirmed.

Allied Health Sciences Requirements

The course requirements listed below in each specific program are those of the Department of Allied Health Sciences and may also satisfy the University's General Education requirements.

Computer Technology - University entry-level competencies have been reviewed and satisfy all program requirements.

Information Literacy - Competencies will be met through successful completion of program major courses.

Cytotechnology

Cytotechnology is a laboratory specialty in the field of Diagnostic Cytology. Cytotechnologists aid in the early detection of cancer by examining specimens from various body sites to distinguish normal, abnormal, and cancer cells.

The Cytotechnology major is offered in conjunction with the UConn Health Center which holds accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Graduates are eligible to take the certification examination administered by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Registry immediately upon graduation.

Requirements

Mathematics and Science Courses - CHEM 124 and 125 or 127 and 128, 141 and 142; BIOL 107; Biology Option: BIOL 103 or a course in Anatomy and Physiology or BIOL 108 or a Biology course pre-approved by the Cytotechnology Program Director; MATH 109Q; STAT 100Q or 110Q; PVS 296, 297

Writing in the Major - AH 241W

Professional Courses - AH 241W, 243, 244; MLS 201, 208; CYTO 222, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250; MCB 200 or 218 and 203; DGS 234

Diagnostic Genetic Sciences

The Diagnostic Genetic Sciences major has two emphasis areas: Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics. Medical cytogenetic technologists study blood, bone marrow, tissue and amniotic fluid for both normal and abnormal chromosome variations that are associated with malformations and diseases like cancer. Molecular Diagnostic technologists evaluate and investigate DNA and RNA with regards to disease, identity, cancer and forensics. The on-campus course requirements for the two emphasis areas are the same, but the clinical courses differ.

The Cytogenetics emphasis is approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) (8410 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Suite 670, Chicago, IL 60631-3415, phone: 773-714-8880). Graduates of both emphasis areas are eligible to take the certification examination administered by the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA) immediately upon graduation.

Requirements

Mathematics and Science Courses - CHEM 124Q and 125Q or CHEM 127Q and 128Q; CHEM 141 and 142 or CHEM 243 and 244; BIOL 107; Biology Option: BIOL 103 or a course in Anatomy and Physiology or BIOL 108 or MCB 229 or a Biology course pre-approved by the Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Program Director; MATH 109Q; MCB 200, 203, 210, 229; STAT 100Q or 110Q

Writing in the Major - AH 241W, DGS 234W

Professional Courses - AH 241W, 243, 244; MLS 201, 208; DGS 222, 223, 224, 225, 234W, 235, 246; Cytotechnology Emphasis Courses: 280, 281, 284, 285, 286, 287, 288; Molecular Emphasis Courses: 250, 251, 261, 273; and one of the following: 252, 253, 275, 276, 278, 279

Dietetics

The Coordinated Program (CP) in Dietetics combines theory in the classroom with supervised practice in clinical dietetics, community nutrition, and food service sites off campus to prepare students to sit for the National Registered Dietitian Examination and earn the credential of RD. Dietitians assess nutritional needs, plan individualized dietary plans, provide counseling and evaluate nutritional care for individuals and groups.

The Dietetics major is currently granted accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education of the American Dietetic Association. Students are eligible to take the national registration examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association immediately upon graduation.

Requirements

Mathematics and Science Courses - CHEM 124Q and 125Q or CHEM 127Q and 128Q; STAT 100Q or 110Q; MCB 203, 229; PNB 264 and 265; CHEM 141 and 142; NUSC 165, 200, 212, 233, 235

Social Sciences - SOCI 107 or 115 or PSYC 135

Writing in the Major - AH 241W; DIET 213W

Professional Courses - AH 241W, 242, 244, DIET 203, 206, 207, 211, 212, 213WC, 214, 215, 233, 234, 236, 238, 244, 245, 247, 249, 250

Medical Technology

Medical Technologists apply biological and chemical principles to perform, interpret, and correlate laboratory analyses on body fluids and tissues. Medical Technologists are responsible for selecting appropriate methods and implementing quality assurance for tests designed to promote health and prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases.

The Medical Technology major is offered in conjunction with Hartford Hospital which holds accreditation through the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Graduates are eligible for certification examinations administered by the National Credentialing Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel (NCA) or the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) upon graduation.

Requirements

Mathematics and Science Courses - CHEM 124Q and 125Q or CHEM 127Q and 128Q; CHEM 141 and 142 or CHEM 243 and 244; BIOL 107; Biology Option: BIOL 103 or a course in Anatomy and Physiology or BIOL 108 or MCB 229 or a Biology course pre-approved by the Medical Technology Program Director; MATH 109Q; STAT 100Q or 110Q; MCB 203; Related Science Requirement - MCB 200 or 218 or PHYS 101Q or other 200 level Physics course pre-approved by the Medical Technology Program Director; PVS 297

Writing in the Major - AH 241W; MT 280W

Professional Courses - AH 241W, 243, 244; MLS 201, 208; MT 210, 213, 215, 250, 251, 252, 260, 261, 264, 266, 267, 269, 270, 272, 273, 274, 275, 280W

Pathway Majors

Students interested in the Pathway majors apply for admission to one of two majors: Diagnostic Sciences or Health Promotion Sciences. These programs are designed for students who enter the University with the intent of ultimately pursuing study in post baccalaureate-level health programs. These majors can also be used as a preparation program for students seeking admission into the Department of Allied Health Sciences' Certificate Programs in Diagnostic Genetic Sciences, Molecular Technology, or Cytotechnology.

Diagnostic Sciences prepares students interested in health specialties which involve laboratory or image procedures for diagnostic purposes or are looking to pursue allied health fields requiring a strong health science and pathology background. This major is designed for students seeking admission to post baccalaureate (graduate) programs such as but not limited to Physician Assistant, or Pathology Assistant, Medical or Dental School, Epidemiology, or the Department of Allied Health Sciences' Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Programs.

Health Promotion Sciences prepares students interested in working in a setting such as health and social service agencies, worksite health promotion programs, government health agencies, hospital wellness programs, business, industry, and educational settings that emphasize health promotion. This major is designed for students seeking admission into graduate programs such as the Department of Allied Health Sciences Master's Program in Health Promotion as well as for those looking to enroll in Graduate programs such as Public Health, Gerontology, and Health Education.

Major Requirements

Students submit a plan of study after consultation with their advisor. Students complete 36 credits that are:

· 200-level courses

· Approved by the Department of Allied Health Sciences

· A “C” or better in all courses in the Department of Allied Health Sciences is required for graduation

· Be earned at the University of Connecticut

· Not be taken on Pass/Fail

Core Courses (12 credits) - AH 241W, 242, 243, 244

Major Courses (12 credits) - Include at least 12 credits in departmental courses approved by the Department of Allied Health Sciences. Courses chosen can be selected based on the student's interest, ability, and intended post baccalaureate program they wish to seek admission to.

Related Cognate Courses (12 credits) - Include at least 12 credits in courses outside the Department of Allied Health Sciences and approved by the Department of Allied Health Sciences. Courses chosen can be selected based on the student's interest, ability, and intended post baccalaureate program they wish to seek admission to.

Writing in the Major - AH 241W

Postbaccalaureate Certificate Programs

These programs are open only to those students who have completed a Bachelors Degree in an appropriate discipline.

The Dietetic Internship is a certificate program administered by the Department of Allied Health Sciences' Dietetics major in collaboration with Hartford Hospital. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to achieve performance requirements for entry-level dietitians through a minimum of 900 hours of supervised practice. The Dietetic Internship is accredited by the American Dietetic Association Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education, a specializing accrediting body recognized by the Council on Post Secondary Accreditation and the United States Department of Education. Upon completion of the Dietetic Internship the student is eligible to take the national registration examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association. Students must pass this examination in order to be a Registered Dietitian.

The Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Track Certificate Program is open to individuals with baccalaureate degrees in the medical laboratory sciences or the biological or natural sciences and who meet the course prerequisites for admission to the clinical practicum component. The Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Track Certificate Program prepares students for the Certification Examination in Cytogenetics offered by the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA). Upon successful completion of the Certificate Program, students are immediately eligible to sit for this exam. This examination is sanctioned by the Association of Genetic Technologists (AGT).

The Molecular Diagnostic Genetics Track Certificate Program is open to individuals with baccalaureate degrees in cytogenetics, medical technology, or the biological or natural sciences, and who meet specified course prerequisites and academic standards. Upon completion, students receive a certificate from the Department of Allied Health Sciences and are eligible to sit for the certification examination in molecular genetics offered by the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA). This examination is sanctioned by the Association of Genetic Technologists (AGT).

The Cytotechnology Certificate Program is open to individuals who have earned a baccalaureate degree and who have completed the chemistry, biological science, and math prerequisites and CYTO 222 prior to admission to the clinical practical component of the program. The Cytotechnology Certificate Program prepares students for the National Certification Examination in Cytotechnology given by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists Board of Registry. Upon successful completion of the Certificate Program, students are immediately eligible to sit for this examination leading to certification.

Pre-Physical Therapy Preparation. Prerequisites for entry into a professional curriculum in Physical Therapy may be obtained by enrolling in courses required by Physical Therapy Programs and obtaining a competitive GPA. (Consult the Graduate Catalog for further information regarding admission requirements to the University of Connecticut's Doctorate in Physical Therapy Program).

Individualized Major

The Individualized Major program allows students to create a major that is not otherwise offered at the University of Connecticut. Students pursuing an Individualized Major must meet all university-level and college-level requirements for graduation and complete at least 36 credits of approved 200 level courses. Requirements for declaring and completing an Individualized Major are listed below:

The writing in the major and information literacy requirements will be satisfied by meeting these requirements for any of the majors within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Double Major Option. Students may elect to complete requirements for two major fields of study offered by the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. A student selecting this option must submit a Double Major Declaration indicating primary and secondary majors. This declaration must include a tentative plan of study and requires approval by the advisors and department heads for both respective major areas of study and the Associate Dean. The approved declaration will be submitted to the Degree Auditor. The student's final plan of study will include a double major attachment to verify that the requirements have been met for both the primary and secondary majors. The transcript will identify both majors.

Primary Major. Students must meet all requirements as listed under Requirements for a Major (36 credit group) and all individual major requirements as listed above.

Secondary Major. Students must meet all individual major requirements as listed above and successfully complete additional 200-level course work not used as part of the 36 credit group for the primary major. This group of courses must:

Pre-Veterinary Medicine Programs. Prerequisites for entry into a professional curriculum in veterinary medicine may be obtained by majoring in Animal Science or Pathobiology. The Animal Science major is most appropriate for students interested in biotechnology, physiology, nutrition, genetics, behavior, or production and management. Pathobiology is appropriate for students interested in biomedical science, medical biotechnology, ecology of diseases, anatomy, microbiology, or diseases of wildlife.

Honors Programs. University honors programs are available to qualified students in the College. Please refer to the section of this Catalog designated Honors Programs for further information.

Transfer Students. Transfer students can use transfer credits to meet General Education requirements and 100-level course requirements in a specific major. Transfer students may apply a maximum of six credits of 200-level work toward the 36 credit requirement for a major. These credits must be identified as courses comparable to specific University of Connecticut courses and cannot include internships, special topics, or non-specific discipline credits. Transfer students must complete at least 30 credits of 200-level course work at the University of Connecticut, including at least 15 credits in College of Agriculture and Natural Resources courses.

Exemptions and Substitutions. Students requesting an exemption from any University and/or College requirement, or a substitution for a course or requirement, should consult their advisors. Such exemptions or substitutions must be approved by the Department Head and the Associate Dean of the College and may also require approval from the Provost's Office.

Field Trips and Transportation Costs. Many courses require off-campus field trips. Students should budget money for participation.

Graduate Programs. Most departments provide graduate programs for students interested in greater specialization beyond the baccalaureate. The study may lead to a Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy degree. Students planning for a graduate program should secure a comprehensive background in the basic sciences. For further information see the announcement of the Graduate School.