Biology - Associate of Science Degree

Program Overview

The Biology - Associate of Science Degree program at Selkirk College provides a comprehensive foundation in biological sciences, emphasizing hands-on experiences and critical thinking skills development. It prepares students for careers in biology and related fields, such as biological research, environmental science, and health sciences, or for further studies in biology. The program includes courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics, as well as arts and general electives.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Biology - Associate of Science Degree program at Selkirk College offers a solid foundation in biological sciences, preparing students for careers in various fields or further study in biology. The program emphasizes hands-on experiences and critical thinking skills development through research proposals, laboratory analysis, and problem-solving.

Objectives:

• Provide a comprehensive understanding of biological principles and processes at the molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecosystem levels.
• Foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills.
• Develop proficiency in laboratory techniques and scientific methods.
• Prepare students for careers in biology and related fields or further studies in biology.

Outline:

Year 1

Term 1

• BIOL 104 - Biology I
• CHEM 110 - Fundamentals Of Chemistry I (or CHEM 122 - General Chemistry I)
• ENGL 110 - College Composition
• MATH 100 - Calculus I
• PHYS 102 - Basic Physics I (or PHYS 104 - Fundamental Physics I)

Term 2

• BIOL 106 - Biology II
• CHEM 125 - Foundations Of Chemistry II
• ENGL 111 - Introduction to Literature
• MATH 101 - Calculus II
• PHYS 103 - Basic Physics II (or PHYS 105 - Fundamental Physics II)

Year 2

Term 3

• BIOL 204 - Cell Biology
• CHEM 212 - Organic Chemistry I
• Arts Elective (100- or 200-level)
• General Elective (100- or 200-level)

Term 4

• BIOL 202 - Principles of Genetics
• BIOL 206 - Introductory Biochemistry
• CHEM 213 - Organic Chemistry II
• STAT 206 - Statistics

Careers:

Graduates of the Biology - Associate of Science Degree program may pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Biological research
• Environmental science
• Biotechnology
• Health sciences
• Education
• Science writing
• Policymaking
The program also prepares students for further studies in biology, such as pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology or related fields.