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Biology

DegreesBiology, Associate in Science Degree for TransferHuman Biology, Associate of Science

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The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Biology or

similar major.

Program Learning OutcomesThe successful student will be able to:• be able to demonstrate proficiency using a microscope.• be able to research a topic, design experiments, synthesize

and evaluate the information they find and will be able to justify and express their opinion on virtually any topic using the Scientific Method.

Additionally, the Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer allows students to learn the fundamental principles and practices of biology in order to create a solid foundation for their future personal, academic, or vocational endeavors. The Associate in Science in Biology Degree for Transfer also provides solid preparation that is appropriate for a variety of scientific disciplines.

Biology is the study and application of principles of cell biology, ecology, evolution, genetics, anatomy and physiology as it relates to humans and other organisms. Laboratory and field trip activities emphasize the integrated and interdependent nature of living systems. Course work trains students to use observation and investigation to identify questions and pursue answers using the scientific method. Graduates with baccalaureate degree may pursue jobs in a variety of fields including; biochemistry, biotechnology, botany, ecology, entomology, genetics, health, immunology, medicine, molecular biology, oceanography, pharmacy, teaching,

Biology Associate in Science Degree for Transfer

wildlife management, zoology and related clinical fields. Biology majors may choose to specialize in research based on a particular organism or an aspect of biology related to those listed above.

Career Opportunities:Biochemistry, biotechnology, botany, ecology, entomology, genetics, health, immunology, medicine, molecular biology, oceanography, pharmacy, teaching, wildlife management and zoology.

Requirements for AA-T or AS-T degrees:The completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including the following:• The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum

(IGETC) or the California State University – Breadth Requirements.

• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major area of emphasis, as determined by the district.

• The obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.• The completion of all courses required for the major with a ‘C’

or better. A ‘P’ (Pass) grade is not acceptable for courses in the major.

Total Units: 32 Required CoursesCoruse # Name UnitsBIOL B3A General Biology I 5.0BIOL B3B General Biology II 5.0

List A - 22 UnitsCourse # Name UnitsCHEM B1A General Chemistry I 5.0CHEM B1B General Chemistry and Chemical Analysis

and5.0

MATH B6A Analytic Geometry/Calculus I and

4.0

PHYS B2A General Physics-Mechanics and Heat 4.0PHYS B2B General Physics-Sound, Light, Electricity

Magnetism, Modern Physics or

4.0

PHYS B4A Mechanics and Wave Motion 4.0PHYS B4B Heat, Electricity and Magnetism 4.0

Category CSU IGETCUnits in Major 32 32General Education 33 31Possible double counting of GE’s 10 10Degree Total 60 60

*SCIGETC - special GE for STEM

Note: Some UC campuses now require calculus-based physics for biology majors and other particular courses. If you are planning to transfer to a UC campus, contact their admissions office for advice.

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Recommended Sequence

Semester 1 (17 Units)Course # Name UnitsBIOL B3A General Biology I 5.0CHEM B1A General Chemistry I 5.0MATH B6A Analytic Geometry/Calculus I 4.0

Area 3A or 3B Arts or Humanities elective 3.0

Semester 2 (16 Units)Course # Name UnitsPHYS B4A Mechanics and Wave Motion 4.0MATH B6B Analytic Geometry/Calculus II 4.0CHEM B1B General Chemistry and Chemical Analysis 5.0COMM B1 Public Speaking 3.0

SummerCourse # Name UnitsENGL B1A Expository Composition (Recommended to

obtain UC Transfer Agreement or “TAG”)3.0

2 years of foreign language at HS or 1 semester at BC

Semester 3 (16 or 17 Units)Course # Name UnitsPHYS B4B Heat, Electricity and Magnetism 4.0BIOL B3B General Biology II 5.0ART B1 Art Appreciation 3.0PHIL B9 Critical Thinking and Advanced Composition

or3.0

ENGL B2 Advanced Composition and Critical Thinking 4.0(Optional) CHEM B30A

Organic Chemistry for Science Majors I (Visit Transfer Counselor)

5.0

Semester 4 (12 Units)Course # Name UnitsANTH B2 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

or3.0

SOCI B1 Introduction to Sociology 3.0PSYC B1A General Psychology 3.0POLS B1 American Government:

National, State and Local3.0

HIST B18 History of California 3.0(Optional) CHEM B30B

Organic Chemistry for Science Majors, II (Visit Transfer Counselor)

5.0

Courses required for the Human Biology Associate of Science degree include biology and chemistry courses necessary for transfer to allied health programs such as nursing, physical

therapy, Physician Assistant, and radiology. Please refer to the Suggested Program information and check with a counselor concerning specific degree requirements to specific programs and transfer institutions. Please note that many of the courses have prerequisites that are best taken in the appropriate order to ensure success. Students transferring to a four-year institution for a Bachelor of Science in Biology generally take the CHEM B1A, B1B sequence.

Program Learning OutcomesThe successful student will be able to:• identify medical problems and apply appropriate and effective

solutions.• analyze a clinical situation using anatomical terminology,

select the correct technology to use for further examination, analyze and determine a diagnosis when a pathology is described, create a plan of action.

• demonstrate proficiency using a microscope.

Career Opportunities:Nursing, physical therapy, medical technologist, and physician assistant.

To Achieve the Associate of Science DegreeUpon completion of the following courses with at least a ‘C’ grade in each course, the student will be awarded a Biology - General Biology Associate in Science degree. To Transfer Coursework A minimum of 18 semester units in the major with a grade of ‘C’ or better while maintaining a minimum grade point average of at least 2.0 in all California State University transferable coursework.

Total Units: 18Required CoursesCourse # Name UnitsBIOL B32 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4.0BIOL B33 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4.0BIOL B16 General Microbiology 5.0

Electives — Select 5 units from the following:Course # Name UnitsBIOL B21 Special Projects in Biology 1-2.0CHEM B2A Introductory General Chemistry 4.0CHEM B11 Introduction to General,

Organic, and Biochemistry5.0

CHEM B1A General Chemistry I 5.0CHEM B1B General Chemistry and Chemical Analysis 5.0MEDS B60 Medical Terminology 3.0NUTR B10 Elementary Nutrition 3.0

Note: Students transferring for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing should consult the university of choice as to which chemistry sequence meets transfer needs

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Associate in Science in Environmental Science for Transfer

Environmental Science is the study of major global, regional and local environmental issues, impacts and potential solutions. This program explores the relationship between

human actions, environmental impacts and effects on human populations. The Associate in Environmental Science for Transfer Degree will prepare students to meet the transfer requirements to apply for more than 100 degrees or majors at 22 CSUs. Students with these degrees will be prepared to pursue diverse careers in land management agencies, environmental policy, environmental review, sustainable energy efforts in both private and public sectors, outdoor recreation, government, environmental education, and nonprofit organizations.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:The successful student will be able to:• Identify and describe major global, regional and local

environmental issues.• Using the scientific basis of major environmental issues,

analyze and interpret quantitative data and visual representations of data to identify and evaluate potential solutions.

• Show relationships between human actions and environmental issues and examine the impacts of environmental issues on human populations.

Requirements for AA-T or AS-T degrees:The completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including the following:• The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum

(IGETC) or the California State University – Breadth Requirements.

• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major area of emphasis, as determined by the district.

• The obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.• The completion of all courses required for the major with a ‘C’

or better. A ‘P’ (Pass) grade is not acceptable for courses in the major.

Total Units: 41Required CoursesCourse # Name UnitsBIOL B3A General Biology I 5.0BIOL B3B General Biology II 5.0CHEM B1A General Chemistry I 5.0

LIST A (15 units)Course # Name UnitsBIOL B8 Introduction to Environmental Science 3.0GEOL B10 Introduction to Geology 3.0GEOL B10 L Introduction to Geology Lab 1.0MATH B22 Elementary Probability and Statistics 4.0MATH B2 Basic Functions and Calculus for Business

or4.0

MATH B6A Analytical Geometry and Calculus I 4.0

LIST B ( 11 units)Course # Name UnitsECON B1 Principles of Economics-Micro 3.0

And Select 1 of the following sequences:Course # Name UnitsPHYS 2A General Physics-Mechanics and Heat

and4.0

PHYS 2B General Physics-Sound, light, Electricity Magnetism & Modern Physics or

4.0

PHYS 4A Mechanics and Wave Motion and

4.0

PHYS 4B Heat, Electricity, Magnetism 4.0