Biology

Program Description

The biology program emphasizes the relationship between structure and function of living systems and the concept that biological processes can be studied at different levels of organization. The program provides a balanced blend of mathematics, chemistry, physics and traditional and modern biology including the advanced topics essential to students continuing their studies at the university. Life is explored at the molecular, cellular, organismal and ecological levels.

Associate in Science Degree

The associate in Science Degree can be obtained by completing the 44-46 unit major with a grade of "C" (2.0) or better in each course, the general education requirements, and electives for a total of 64-66 units.

Required Courses

BIOSC 1 - Organismal Biology	5 Units
BIOSC 2 - Cell and Molecular Biology	5 Units
CHEM 1 & 2 - General Chemistry (5 & 5 units)	10 Units
CHEM 3 & 4 - Organic Chemistry (5 & 5 units)	10 Units
MATH 30 & 31 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus (3 & 3 units) OR
MATH 20 & 21 - Analytic Geometry & Calc. (4 & 4 units)	6-8 Units
PHYS 2 & 4 - General Physics (Non-Calculus) (4 & 4 units) OR
PHYS 6 & 7 - Physics for Science/Engineering (4 & 4 units)	8 Units

Total of 44-46 Units

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