Biological Sciences

Associate Degree Program

Units required for Major: 32

Program Description

Biological Sciences covers all aspects of the scientific study of life and emphasizes both the unity and diversity of living things. The structure, function, and behavior of organisms are studied at the molecular, cellular, organismal and environmental levels. The biology program serves three areas of: a broad background of studies for the biology major preparing for transfer to a fouryear institution; support courses in human anatomy, human physiology, and general microbiology, which may be used to satisfy rerequisites for nursing programs and other allied-health fields; and courses in natural sciences to fulfill general education requirements. The Associate in Science Degree requires the completion of 32.0 units.

Degree Options

AS-T for Biology
AS Pre Med Option
AS Organismal and Environmental Option
AS Cell & Molecular Option
AA Environmental Studies
AS-T Environmental Sciences

Courses required for the major:

8 units from the following:

As well as 8 units from the following:

And 16 units from the following:

Recommended Electives

Student Learning Outcomes

Students completing the Biology Major requirements will be able to interpret, analyze, and evaluate Biological knowledge using the scientific method.