Biology - Associate of Science Degree
Major/Program Requirements
Required Courses:
Students wishing to earn an A.S. with an emphasis in either Anatomy and Physiology or Microbiology must also complete:
Emphasis in Anatomy and Physiology:
ANAT 150 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4.00 |
ANAT 151 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4.00 |
Emphasis in Microbiology:
Total Credit Hours: 26.00-34.00
Lower division requirements for students interested in transferring to a four-year institution in this field may differ from associate degree requirements. Prospective transfer students should complete the general education and lower division requirements of the school to which they will be transferring. See a counselor for details. Information is also available at www.assist.org.
A student receiving a degree in this field will be able to:
- Communicate biological ideas and processes clearly and precisely, both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrate the processes and skills associated with biological science research, including an integrated working knowledge of instrumentation and biological processes.
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills through analysis of experimental data then drawing conclusions, and making predictions based on evidence.