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Program outcomes
  1. Familiarity with the basic concepts in life sciences and its precise branches.
  2. Understanding the relationships between living organisms and their natural environments.
  3. Recognition of the general principles of classification, evolution, and genetics.
  4. Comprehension of the mechanisms of cell, tissue, and organ functions in living organisms.
  5. Understanding the scientific basis of laboratory techniques used in biology.
  6. Awareness of environmental and health problems associated with the local community.
  7. Knowledge of scientific research methods in the field of life sciences.
  8. Understanding the relationship between biology and sustainable development needs.


Program objectives
  1. Preparing cadres to integrate them into society and state institutions with scientific and technical expertise in the field of life sciences, and developing its scientific, health, and environmental institutions.
  2. Developing and updating scientific curricula in both their theoretical and practical aspects.
  3. Developing scientific competencies and performance among faculty members, researchers, and students.
  4. Adopting modern techniques in scientific laboratories.
  5. Finding solutions to contemporary environmental problems.
  6. Understanding and studying prevalent pathogens in our environment and society, and finding successful solutions for them.
  7. Collaborating with various state departments to advance health, environmental, industrial, and agricultural realities by providing scientific expertise and research results to translate them into practical applications.
  8. Working to create a work environment and relationships that enhance a sense of belonging to the department, the college, and the community.
  9. Establishing and promoting the principles and concepts of quality among all department affiliates.
  10. Maximizing the use of capabilities provided by modern technological means and information technology to enhance cognitive and research capabilities in the field of biology and its teaching methods




Job Market
  1. Teaching in general education stages, particularly in biology and science subjects.
  2. Working in educational and research laboratories, including biological sample analysis and application of modern techniques.
  3. Participating in environmental and health awareness programs and contributing to addressing related community issues.
  4. Pursuing postgraduate studies in specialized biology fields, environment, genetics, or education.
  5. Working in sustainable development centers and environmental projects that require scientific understanding and practical skills.
  6. Engaging in scientific research teams at universities or specialized centers.
  7. Working in training and professional development fields, especially in educational institutions



Description


The Department of Biology is one of the main departments in the College of Education at Murda, playing a pivotal role in preparing qualified educational and scientific cadres in the field of life sciences. The department aims to equip students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in various biology specializations, including cell biology, genetics, microbiology, botany, zoology, and ecology, with a focus on educational aspects and modern teaching methods.

The department's study system relies on theoretical courses supported by practical applications in laboratories, according to the college-approved study plan. Students are awarded a bachelor's degree upon successfully completing the study requirements. The department also emphasizes developing students' research abilities, enhancing scientific thinking, and preparing graduates capable of pursuing postgraduate studies or integrating efficiently into the fields of education and scientific work.

Program content

Duration

8 Terms

General credits

127

Elective credits

0

Compulsory credits

127

Total credits

140
Subject code Subject name Credits Subject type Subject prerequisites

This course aims to highlight the beauty of the Arabic language and to reveal the elements of authenticity and strength it contains, so that students become more passionate about it and more inclined to engage with it. In this course, students apply grammatical rules, especially the principles of writing, during the lecture, which include the meaning of the word, its categories, the signs of the noun, verb, and particle, the types of nouns and verbs, the tied tā’ (tā’ marbūṭa) and the open tā’, and the distinction between similar letters. It also covers the initial hamza (both hamzat al‑qaṭ‘ at the beginning of the word and hamzat al‑waṣl), definition, writing conventions, pronunciation, position in the word, whether it is original or added, its occurrences, and the rule for distinguishing between the two types of hamza. The course also provides students with general applications of the course vocabulary through texts from the Holy Qur’an, the Prophetic Sunnah, and select masterpieces of poetry and prose.

This course introduces the syllabus and its topics in order to clarify the nature of the course. It studies Arabic writing, its concept, knowledge of the Arabic letter, hamzat al-waṣl and hamzat al-qaṭ‘, the alif, and other aspects related to Arabic writing. It also introduces functional writing in its various types, as well as the art of the essay and its benefits.

In this course, the student applies grammatical rules, especially the principles of writing, during the lecture. The topics covered include the nominal sentence and the verbal sentence, rules of number, deletion and addition of certain letters, applications on the rules of the hamza, punctuation marks, dictionary skills, report writing, and writing formal requests in particular, with practical training on how to write model job applications. The course also includes general applications of the course topics through selected texts from the Holy Qur’an, the Prophetic Sunnah, as well as poetry and prose

In this course, the student applies grammatical rules, especially the principles of writing, during the lecture. The work includes applications on number rules, the interrogative style, coordination and disjunction, and learning how to write letters in general, with practice on previously studied spelling rules and punctuation marks. The student becomes acquainted with all spelling and linguistic rules, receives training on how to prepare model exam questions that are correct in language and use appropriate punctuation, and practices writing numbers in words. The course also offers general applications of the course content through texts from the Holy Qur’an, the Prophetic Sunnah, and select masterpieces of poetry and prose. ​

In this course, the student studies the concept of creed by examining the meaning of religion and people’s need for it. The course covers the most important characteristics of Islam, faith and action, the increase and decrease of faith, and the pillars of faith. It also includes belief in the angels, belief in the revealed scriptures and an introduction to them, belief in the messengers, belief in the Last Day, and belief in divine decree and predestination.

In this course, the student studies the prophetic biography and its role in shaping individual culture, as well as Islamic civilization and its impact on the world. The course addresses the meaning of knowledge and understanding, customs, norms, and behavior, along with the concept of ethics and profession, and the concept of the Muslim family, its characteristics, status, and role in building society

This course aims to develop the student’s ability to deal with the basic English used in scientific specializations and in daily life. It also helps improve the four English language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) through the use of exercises, conversations, examples, and effective, useful activities that lead to developing correct communication. In addition, it provides students with simple and essential grammar rules of English (such as verbs and tenses, the present simple, the present continuous, etc.) as well as common vocabulary and frequently used phrases

This course aims to enhance the student’s ability to deal with concepts used in English, and to raise their level of knowledge of the language in real-life contexts. It also enables students to acquire reading and writing skills that allow them to use the language correctly, and aims to improve their English language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) through the use of exercises, conversations, examples, and effective, useful activities. In addition, the course provides them with simple, basic rules of English grammar such as verbs and tenses (the present, the simple, and the continuous, etc.), as well as commonly used phrases and vocabulary.

This course covers the main topics and key concepts related to information and communication technology, such as the definition of the computer and its uses, its types, and the binary digital system. It also addresses computer hardware components, types of software, computer networks, basics of the Internet, computer crimes, and data security and protection. ​

This course introduces general statistical concepts, tabular and graphical presentation of statistical data, and measures of central tendency, as well as measures of dispersion, correlation, and regression. It familiarizes the student with methods of collecting and organizing data, presenting them in frequency tables, and representing these tables with appropriate graphs. The course also introduces the student to measures of skewness and kurtosis and compares the properties of these different measures

This course introduces the concept of general psychology, its definition, goals, importance, some related sciences, and the main branches and types of psychology. It covers the key concepts and principles related to psychology, research methods in general psychology, general psychological laws governing human behavior, schools of psychology, the nervous system and behavior, higher mental processes, learning, the concepts of stimulus and response, intelligence, perception, sensation, memory, forgetting, and thinking. The course also addresses motivation, defining it and presenting different classifications of motives, especially biological and physiological motives, and focuses on employing psychological and educational concepts and

This course in general chemistry aims to provide students with theoretical knowledge about chemistry and its importance. It also covers chemical units of measurement and chemical calculations. In addition, the course briefly introduces the periodic table, the arrangement of elements based on their properties, and the shapes of some chemical molecules.

This course aims to equip the student-teacher with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes related to the curriculum in terms of its origins, development, implications, and meaning (conceptual definitions). It includes comparing the main trends regarding the concept of the school curriculum and its theories, as well as studying the historical stages of its development and the factors involved in its improvement. The student also comes to understand the extent of integration and interrelation among the processes of school curriculum construction and to grasp the foundations of curriculum design. In addition, the course provides the student with the knowledge and skills needed to analyse school curricula, compare different patterns of curriculum organization, and appreciate the major responsibility that rests on them as a future teacher in the process of curriculum implementation. ​

This course aims to provide students with the basic concepts and skills that every teacher must master and reflect in professional behavior, and to prevent confusion between key concepts such as assessment, evaluation, psychological measurement, educational evaluation, and tests. It introduces students to evaluation, the concepts of validity and reliability as essential conditions for measurement and evaluation, the different types of achievement tests, and educational technology. The course also develops essential and necessary skills for today’s teachers, such as communication skills, instructional media, and teaching techniques.

This course provides students with the key knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes related to the concept of mental health and psychological adjustment from the perspective of different psychological schools. It examines normal and abnormal behavior, the features of a well-adjusted personality, the factors influencing it, and the characteristics of mentally healthy individuals, as well as the roles and services of relevant institutions. The course also addresses the concepts of frustration, psychological conflict, and stress and their role in disturbing mental health, and presents examples of psychological problems and disorders

In this course, the student registers for practical education in the final semester after completing all course requirements and must adhere to several procedures. Educational institutions for practicum are designated within the department by the supervising instructor, the institutions are officially contacted through the college’s approved administrative channels, and student teachers are distributed to these institutions. The practicum program is implemented over a full semester and is reflected in the student’s timetable, with teaching periods distributed across the week according to available periods in the school, at a minimum of one period per week, and the student is assigned a full teaching load during the last two weeks of the semester. ​ Student teachers are evaluated according to specific criteria in prepared evaluation forms, with grades distributed as follows: 40% for the educational supervisor, 40% for the subject specialist, 10% for the school principal, and 10% for the cooperating teacher, for a total of 100%. The educational supervisor is required to attend the student’s lessons according to the assigned schedule, record observations, and discuss them with the student, and the supervision hours for the practicum are counted within the teaching load of the supervising faculty members. ​

This course aims to provide the student-teacher with the knowledge, skills, values, and positive attitudes required for the teaching profession, and to help them understand the nature of the teaching–learning process and the relationships between different teaching situations. It equips them with key modern teaching strategies that make the learner the central focus of the educational process. ​

This course introduces students to the basic skills and main concepts related to using spreadsheets, including mathematical and statistical formulas and functions, as well as computers, operating systems, and application software. It covers windows and their uses, Paint, web browsers, and practical use of application programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for creating presentations. The practical component is the largest part of the course in order to build hands-on skills, and these programs will help students complete their assignments, graduation projects, and tasks in their professional lives after graduation

This course contributes to strengthening Libyan identity and shaping students’ national cultural awareness by highlighting Libya’s position, location, and role in the past and present, as well as its natural and geographical features and population through the ages. It examines the social system and economic resources of Libya, and introduces students to the country’s civilizational and cultural heritage and its role in modernizing society and presenting Libya’s image, including the development of the Libyan household. The course also covers the different systems of government in Libya and their types, and seeks to instill a spirit of patriotism and pride in belonging to the homeland

This course provides the student-teacher with the knowledge and skills, and instils the values and attitudes that contribute to preparing and qualifying them for the teaching profession. This is achieved through introducing them to the concepts of education, its types, characteristics, and functions, and acquainting them with the educational views and ideas proposed by scholars throughout the ages, while highlighting the role of Islamic education and its educational philosophy by presenting models of leading figures in Islamic thought. The course also familiarizes students with educational philosophies and their impact on the educational system, and identifies the cultural and social foundations, their concepts and elements, and their influence on the life of societies, ultimately leading to the exploration of selected issues related to education and its educational applications. ​

This course provides students with the key knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes in the field of modern school administration, its technical and human requirements, its responsibilities toward staff, and the means by which it can perform its functions. This is achieved through studying school and classroom administration, reviewing key administrative and technical styles, and examining the skills and processes of school and classroom management and their role in creating a safe and attractive school environment for learning. The course also introduces students to the concept of educational supervision, its role in the educational process, and its main methods. ​

This course provides the student-teacher with the knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes needed for preparation and qualification in the teaching profession. It does so by introducing the nature, types, and aims of knowledge, distinguishing between scientific research and scientific activity and their basic principles, and addressing how to practically apply the steps of scientific research—from identifying the problem, through designing the study, selecting the methodology, tools, and measurement procedures, to writing up and presenting the research in accordance with scientific standards

This course introduces students to a historical overview of botany and its development through the ages, and to its various branches. It also covers the detailed structure of the plant cell, the structure of the seed and its germination, and the study of the external and internal morphology of plant organs, their functions, their modifications, and their adaptations to the environment. ​

This course introduces students to the science of zoology and its various branches, as well as to the concept of the cell and its types, including prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. It also covers the general structure of the animal cell and its different organelles, introduces students to the different types of microscopes and genetic material, and familiarizes them with the main types of animal tissues.

This course aims to introduce students to the taxonomic status of plants and to the different plant kingdoms, with examples of each kingdom. It also covers the study of selected physiological characteristics of plants and provides an introduction to genetics. ​

This course introduces students to glands and their types, as well as to hormones and enzymes, in addition to the study of the different body systems. It also includes the study of environments and their types, the classification of the animal kingdom, and embryology with a focus on the different types of eggs. ​

This general chemistry course aims to provide students with theoretical knowledge about chemistry and its importance. It also covers units of chemical measurement and methods of chemical calculation. In addition, the course offers a brief introduction to the periodic table and the arrangement of elements based on their properties, as well as the shapes of selected chemical molecules. ​

This course deals with an introduction to invertebrate animals and presents some of the features observed in invertebrates, such as metamerism, in addition to covering the pseudocoelomate and coelomate phyla with an example from each. The course also includes a study of the importance of the coelom in living organisms. ​

This course provides a historical introduction to the cell, the stages of its discovery, and the methods used to determine its shapes, as well as the approaches used to classify the cells of living organisms and the main differences between them. It also includes a detailed study of the body tissues and identification of their locations within the body. ​

This course focuses on teaching the basic concepts of analytical chemistry, including volumetric analysis and the units used to express solution concentration. It introduces primary and secondary standard substances and methods for preparing them, as well as the concept of pH and how to prepare pH solutions. The course also covers the concept of buffer solutions, their preparation methods, and the mechanism by which they function. ​

This General Chemistry I laboratory course aims to enable students to recognize the different laboratory tools and to understand the hazards of chemical substances and the methods of protection against them. It also provides hands-on practice in identifying acidic and basic radicals of simple chemical substances. ​ ​

This course provides an introduction to the origin and development of microbiology and its definition, and clarifies the importance that characterizes these microorganisms. It covers the types of microorganisms and bacterial groups, the factors affecting their growth and how to control them, the roles they play, the diversity of microbial forms, and the modes of reproduction and lifestyles of microorganisms. ​

This course covers the historical development of plant classification systems and their evolutionary stages, as well as the origin and evolution of flowering plants and their ancestors. It introduces scientific nomenclature and the rules for writing scientific names, including the naming of cultivated plants and how to use a family key. The course also examines taxonomic characters in plants, beginning with structural (morphological and anatomical) features, and addresses plant classification using chemical evidence (chemotaxonomy). ​

This course addresses the principles of inheritance and how traits are passed from parents to offspring. It also covers the study of genes, mutations, and patterns of inheritance, along with the fundamental laws of genetics such as Mendel’s laws, and includes applications in medicine and agriculture. ​

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of Earth science, including the components of the Earth’s crust, rocks and minerals, and geological processes such as earthquakes and volcanoes, as well as the cycles of erosion and deposition. It also develops an understanding of the internal structure of the Earth and its geological history. ​

This course focuses on teaching the basic concepts of oxidation and reduction, and methods for balancing different redox equations. It also covers the solubility of substances, the concept of the solubility product constant and its calculations, various types of titrations, and finally gravimetric analysis and its calculation methods. ​

This course focuses on a number of experiments in organic chemistry through which the student is able to prepare some important organic compounds, learn how to identify them, and study their properties.

Through this course, the student also becomes familiar with the most important physiological processes in plants (photosynthesis, respiration, and the breakdown and production of energy It includes a brief overview of enzymes, photosynthesis and its chemical reactions, as well as carbohydrate metabolism and nitrogen metabolism. It also covers lipid metabolism, factors affecting photosynthesis, respiration and its chemical reactions, and the factors influencing respiration. The course further addresses the relationship between photosynthesis and respiration, and the study of movement and dormancy in plants.

The course highlights insects as animals with unique characteristics not found in other groups, and covers their classification, evolution, physiology, and behavior, with a focus on social insects. It addresses insect ecology, including insect habitats and morphological adaptations, and explores the relationship between insects and humans. Topics include some harmful or disease‑vector insects and beneficial insects, as well as the importance of insects to human life. The course emphasizes the applied role of this science and the impact of insects on agricultural environments, livestock production, and public health. ​

This course also focuses on understanding the nature and philosophy of science, identifying the general and specific objectives of teaching science and biology, and recognizing the essential teaching competencies of the biology teacher. Students acquire the skill of planning daily biology lessons and become familiar with the main methods of teaching science in general and biology in particular. The course includes studying modern instructional and technological aids in science education in general and biology specifically, as well as understanding the importance of assessment in science teaching and learning about the main methods of assessing biology.

This course is concerned with teaching the fundamental concepts and principles of biochemistry, covering water and pH, the importance of carbohydrates and their types, as well as lipids, acids, and enzymes

This course focuses on teaching the most important concepts in acid-base titrations, where students perform numerous experiments in this area, as well as some silver precipitation experiments. It also familiarizes students with the proper use of basic laboratory equipment such as burettes, pipettes, balances, and others. Would you like me to make the translation sound more formal for inclusion in a university course catalog?

The course focuses on providing students with the fundamentals of embryology and embryonic development in living organisms. It also emphasizes applied fields of specialization such as artificial insemination and congenital abnormalities.

This course focuses on the detailed internal structure of vascular plants and its relationship to other branches of biology. It covers the study of internal anatomical structures in plants, starting with the internal composition of plant cells, followed by the different types of plant tissues, their locations, and distribution within the plant body, and then the anatomical structure of roots, stems, and leaves. Additionally, it highlights the adaptation of anatomical structure to function in plants and the influence of the environment on plant anatomical structure.

It focuses on studying the geological formations in Libya, the geomorphological features, rock strata, and mineral and petroleum resources, in addition to the geological history of the Libyan land and the distribution of natural resources.

This course aims to provide the student with the basic principles of the nature and structure of animal body organs and the extent to which this structure suits the functions of the various organs, a comparison of organ functions in different animal species, and how these functions synergize as performed by the various systems in the animal.

In this course, the three groups of acid radicals are identified and determined, the acidic part of an unknown inorganic salt is examined and identified, and the solubility of different salts is studied.

This course deals with teaching simple preliminary experiments in organic chemistry, such as determining some physical properties of organic compounds, represented by melting points, boiling points, density, and recognizing different separation methods.

This course introduces students to fungi in terms of their macroscopic and anatomical structure and explains the different divisions of fungi, as it is a prerequisite for many advanced courses.

This course introduces students to vertebrates, their general characteristics, and taxonomic classification, along with their distinctive features. It includes a detailed study of various vertebrate classes, the origin and evolution of living organisms, organ functions, the development of different systems, and some structural traits of this group, while highlighting their economic importance.

This course deals with teaching the basic concepts in practical biochemistry, reviewing the most important biochemical experiments such as carbohydrate tests and amino acid tests. It also focuses on various experiments related to biological activity.

This course focuses on understanding the nature of plant disease and the history of various plant pathogens (fungal, bacterial, viral, nematode, and parasitic flowering plants), as well as the history of plant diseases in Libya. It covers diseases affecting plants in terms of their characteristics, their classification into different groups, the properties of each group, brief examples of each, and their control methods.

This course introduces students to the principles of parasitology, starting with the study of parasite development and reproduction, their geographical distribution, and their pathogenic effects.

This course focuses on the methods and strategies of teaching biology at different educational stages, including lesson planning and preparation, the use of instructional aids, the implementation of school laboratory experiments, and the assessment of student performance. It also aims to develop the teacher’s skills in simplifying biological concepts and applying them to everyday life, while aligning them with the approved educational

The graduation project is considered part of the requirements for obtaining a bachelor’s degree according to the department’s study plan, and its duration is one full semester, extendable for another semester. The student selects a scientific topic in the field of biology and submits it to the department as a proposal, then conducts scientific research on the topic following the correct scientific research methodology, including problem identification, data collection, data analysis, research significance, previous studies on the topic, research results, and recommendations.

This course introduces students to the general foundations of fish and aquatic biology and the classification of different groups, providing a brief overview of the taxonomy and geographical distribution of various fish and aquatic organisms around the world. It also covers the diverse differences among them in terms of external morphology and internal systems, as well as their habitats, nutrition, reproduction, migration, and growth

This course aims to introduce students to the importance of medicinal drugs and the study of medicinal plants based on the classification of the main chemical groups that make up these drugs, known as the active constituents, which are associated with the physiological effects and therapeutic uses of these plants. In addition, the course covers the geographical origin and botanical classification of medicinal plants, their main morphological characteristics, and the specific parts used, with emphasis on the biosynthesis of the active constituents applied in medicine. The course also aims to study medicinal plants found in the Libyan environment that affect human health. Therefore, it provides information about plants with medicinal, nutritional, or toxic properties.

This course aims to provide students with the basic and essential information about the concept of public health and to familiarize them with the factors that affect individual health (such as environment, nutrition, and diseases). It also introduces students to some fundamental information about first aid and aims to enable them to follow up and implement a school health program.

This course provides an introduction to laboratories, their types, management, and departments, as well as the information systems used within them. It also covers sample collection, quality assurance, handling of laboratory instruments, their biomedical and medical applications, and common maintenance issues. In addition, the course addresses analytical methods and their regulations, as well as the concept of safety, the importance of safety measures, and the identification of laboratory hazards.

This course focuses on introducing the science of genetics and its specialized fields, studying genetic disorders, and highlighting the central role of genetics, as well as its relationship to various biological fields, including medical, social, and economic aspects.

This course introduces students to Earth science and the principles of historical geology. It explores the diversity of life, evolution, and extinction, as well as the development of life throughout different geological eras through the study of diverse plant and animal fossils and their stratigraphic sequences. The course also covers methods of determining rock ages, the fossil record, the formation of strata, historical geology, and identification of the geological column.

This course focuses on modern biotechnological techniques, including the safe handling of samples, their cultivation, isolation, preservation, and improvement. It also covers microbial fermentations, biological transformations, and their applications in industrial processes, in addition to providing an overview of plant and animal tissue culture.

This course focuses on introducing environmental pollution, its sources, types, and pollutants, as well as the factors affecting their distribution. It also discusses the impacts of pollution on the environment and living organisms, the effects of pollutants on public health, environmental risk analysis, and methods for waste treatment and pollution prevention.

This course introduces students to the importance of nutrition and the fundamentals of healthy human nutrition, including energy requirements at different stages of life and nutrition-related diseases. It also covers various types of diets, such as the diabetic diet.

This course covers the study of the endocrine glands in the human body and their functions, the hormones they secrete, and the mechanisms by which these hormones influence growth, metabolism, reproduction, and the body’s internal balance (homeostasis).

This course studies the characteristics of bacteria and viruses in terms of structure, reproduction, and classification, as well as their role in causing diseases. It also covers methods of diagnosis, prevention, and treatment, with applications in health and medicine.

This course covers the study of blood components and their functions, including blood cells, plasma, and coagulation mechanisms. It also focuses on the immune system, including its types (innate and adaptive), immune cells, antibodies, and immune responses, while addressing immune-related diseases and applications of immunology in diagnosis and treatment.

his course provides a general introduction to ecology and studies the characteristics and components of ecosystems. It covers food chains, ecological balance, and the cycles of important elements in nature. Additionally, it addresses key contemporary environmental issues and proposes solutions for them, such as air pollution.

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