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Associate in Science Degree
Biology

Biology is the study and application of principles of cytology, evolution, genetics, anatomy and physiology as it relates to human 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.

Graduates with biology degrees may pursue jobs in a variety of fields including: biochemistry, biotechnology, botany, ecology, entomology, genetics, health, immunology, medicine, molecular biology, oceanography, pharmacy, teaching, 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.

Candidates for an AS in Biology may select the emphasis that facilitates their interests most closely. The two areas of emphasis are General Biology and Human Biology.

Courses required for the General Biology emphasis include biology and chemistry courses necessary for transfer for 4 year institutions as a biology major, however numerous other courses as well as specialized requirements are necessary for specific institutions. Please refer to the Suggested Program information and check with a counselor concerning requirements for specific transfer institutions. Please note that some courses have prerequisites that should be taken in the appropriate order.

Courses required for Human Biology emphasis include biology and chemistry courses necessary for transfer to allied health programs such as nursing, radiology and physician's assistant. Please refer to the Suggested Program information and check with a counselor concerning requirements for specific transfer institutions. Please note that some courses have prerequisites that should be taken in the appropriate order.

Total Units: 18
Emphasis in General Biology
Required Courses
BIOL B3a	General Biology I 5.0
BIOL B3b	General Biology II 5.0
CHEM B1a	General Chemistry 5.0
CHEM B1b	General Chemistry & Chemistry Analysis 5.0
Electives
BIOL B16	General Microbiology 5.0
BIOL B21	Special Projects in Biology 1-2.0
Emphasis in Human Biology
Required Courses
BIOL B32	Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4.0
BIOL B33	Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4.0
BIOL B16	General Microbiology 5.0
OR (the old series)
BIOL B14	Human Anatomy 4.0
BIOL B15	Human Physiology 5.0
BIOL B16	General Microbiology 5.0
AND
Electives to equal at least 18 units:
BIOL B21	Special Projects in Biology 1-2.0
BIOL B34	Pathophysiology 3.0
BIOL B255	Human Anatomy & Physiology Sucess Lab 0.5 - 1.0
CHEM B2a	Introductory General Chemistry 4.0
CHEM B11	Principles of Inorganic, Organic and Biochemistry 5.0
CHEM B1a	General Chemistry 5.0
CHEM B1b	General Chemistry and Chemical Analysis 5.0
MEDS B60	Medical Terminology 3.0
NUTR B10	Elementary Nutrition 3.0
Note: Students transferring to a 4-year institution for a B.S. in Biology generally take CHEM B1a, B1b sequence. They should consult the university of their choice as to whether CHEM B8and B9 should also be taken before transfer.
Note: Students transferring for a B.S. in Nursing should consult the university of choice as to which chemistry sequence meets transfer needs.

The courses and unit values on this page are representative of the typical values and courses required by this program. They are taken from the 2006-2007 catalog, and therefore may not be accurate for the degree or certificate requirements for some students, depending on your year of catalog rights. Please refer to your appropriate catalog or see a counselor for accurate degree requirements.