Associate in Science (AS) Degree in Biological Science

Program Overview

The Biological Sciences program at this institution prepares students for both vocational careers and transfer to four-year universities. It covers diverse aspects of biology, from molecules to ecosystems, and offers hands-on experiences through courses and laboratories. The program includes a focus on biotechnology and features various opportunities for research, tutoring, and career exploration. Additionally, it boasts a Center for Science Excellence and hosts events such as STEM Jams and a Student Research Symposium.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Courses within the Biological Sciences Department prepare students for both vocational careers and for transfer to four-year colleges and universities. The courses and laboratories we offer allow students to experience and understand the diversity of life and how it functions on a scale ranging from molecules to ecosystems. Biotechnology courses demonstrate the use of living organisms and bioprocesses in engineering, technology, medicine, and other applications.

Program Student Learning Outcome statement:

Students completing a program in the Biological Sciences Department, in addition to understanding material specific to individual courses, will be able to demonstrate how organismal function is maintained and controlled through diverse regulatory mechanisms.

Other:

• The Biological Sciences Department offers courses and laboratories that allow students to experience and understand the diversity of life and how it functions on a scale ranging from molecules to ecosystems.
• Biotechnology courses demonstrate the use of living organisms and bioprocesses in engineering, technology, medicine, and other applications.
• The department offers tutoring programs.
• The department has a Center for Science Excellence.
• The department offers an English Boot Camp and STEM Jams.
• The department hosts a Student Research Symposium.