Outfitting a second Introduction to Biology laboratory



Initiative TitleOutfitting a second Introduction to Biology laboratory
Submitted in Previous Year(s)2015
Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale

In the design of the Rowley Center for Science and Engineering two laboratory venues for Introduction to Biology 110 were incorporated due to critical student demand for additional sections.  At present the second laboratory has not been outfitted with microscopes, models, and other instructional materials necessary to run the course.

Developing this venue for it's intended purpose would allow additional sections of Introduction to Biology to meet existent student demand.

Consequences of this initiative not being funded

Limited ability to expand offerings of this high demand course.

Department GoalsTo provide high-quality coursework to meet the diverse educational needs of SUNY Orange students., To develop and enhance curricular offerings to align with contemporary educational needs and career/transfer opportunities.
ProgramsAS Math Science
LocationsMain Campus
Estimated Completion Date
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?No
ImportanceMedium
Funding SourceGrant Possibility
Created03/15/2016 2:19 pm
Updated04/01/2016 1:28 pm

Institutional Goals

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Action Steps

Action Step Responsible Party Order
To obtain bids from appropriate vendors, place orders for necessary equipment and instructional materials, set up lab. Biology Technical Assistant and Department Chair 1

Expected Outcomes

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Will permit additional sections of this high-demand offering and permit additional scheduling flexibility to enhance student access. 1

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Other Enter other assessment method Monitoring course delivery and student registration statistics. Department Chair

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