نظرة عامة على البرنامج
The Biological Sciences Associate in Science (AS) degree provides a comprehensive foundation in biological principles, cellular processes, and environmental relationships. Students gain a deep understanding of the scientific method, evolution, and the societal impact of biological information. The program prepares graduates for careers in life sciences, including biotechnology, nursing, and pre-medicine, or for further academic studies.
مخطط البرنامج
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Biological Sciences Associate in Science (AS) degree program provides a solid foundation in biological sciences, preparing students for careers in various fields or for further academic studies. It offers a comprehensive understanding of biological principles, cellular processes, and the relationships between organisms and their environment.
Objectives:
Upon completing the program, students will possess a deep understanding of:
- The scientific method and its applications in biological investigations
- The fundamental concepts of evolution and their implications for biological structures and functions
- The significance and impact of biological information on society and the environment
Outline:
Core Courses (20 units):
- Biology of Organisms (BIOL 225)
- Cell and Molecular Biology (BIOL 230)
- General Chemistry I (CHEM 210)
- General Chemistry II (CHEM 220)
Selective Courses (16 units):
Students must select a minimum of 16 units from the following courses:
- Human Biology (BIOL 130)
- Human Biology Laboratory (BIOL 132)
- General Microbiology (BIOL 240)
- Human Anatomy (BIOL 250)
- Human Physiology (BIOL 260)
- Nutrition (BIOL 310)
- Organic Chemistry I (CHEM 231)
- Organic Chemistry II (CHEM 232)
- Elementary Probability and Statistics (MATH 200)
- Analytical Geometry and Calculus I (MATH 251)
- Analytical Geometry and Calculus II (MATH 252)
- Analytical Geometry and Calculus III (MATH 253)
- General Physics I (PHYS 210)
- General Physics II (PHYS 220)
- Physics with Calculus I (PHYS 250)
- Physics with Calculus II (PHYS 260)
Careers:
Graduates of the Biological Sciences AS program are well-prepared for a wide range of careers in the life sciences industry, including:
- Biological science education
- Biotechnology
- Nursing
- Public health
- Environmental health
- Biological or biomedical research
- Pre-medicine
- Related areas of biology
