Biological Sciences emphasis, Associate of Science
Students who successfully complete all Biological Sciences emphasis, Associate of Science degree requirements will be able to:
- Interpret and explain biological phenomena by using concepts, terminology, methods, and equipment of biology, mathematics, chemistry, and physics.
- Further develop and apply knowledge in new situations as it related to biology and life systems.
- Appraise and evaluate the richness, diversity, and complexity of life, and methods of science used to investigate it.
- Establish and propose scientific questions, and use methods of scientific inquiry to formulate and test hypotheses and devise explanations.
- Investigate and evaluate the human and environmental implications and impacts of biological phenomena.
Program Course Requirements
See the graduation requirements for the Associate of Science degree. For information on the advised sequence of program courses, see the Biological Sciences emphasis, Associate of Science Program Map.
The biological- and physical-sciences requirements are met by the listed program requirements and indicated below. Students in Pre-Vet, Pre-Med and Pre-Dental should take CH 221, CH 222, and CH 223. Other areas may opt to take a 100 level chemistry sequence. Students should talk with an advisor to determine which chemistry sequence is appropriate.
General Education Courses
| BI 221 | Principles of Biology I | 4 |
| BI 222 | Principles of Biology II | 4 |
| CH 221 | General Chemistry | 5 |
| COMM 111 | Public Speaking | 3 |
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| COMM 218 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| MTH 111 | College Algebra | 5 |
| PE 231 | Lifetime Health & Fitness | 3 |
| WR 121 | English Composition | 4 |
| WR 227 | Technical Writing | 4 |
| Cultural Diversity | 3 |
| Difference Power & Discrimination | 3 |
| Literature & the Arts | 3 |
| Social Processes & Institutions | 3 |
| Western Culture | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 44 |
CH 221 and MTH 111: Four credits apply toward general education requirements; one credit applies toward program.
WR 227: Three credits apply toward general education requirements; one credit applied toward program.
Core Courses
Note: If students enter the program at a math level higher than MTH 111 and MTH 112, those courses should not be taken and instead, the credits should be replaced by PH or CS courses. Students should work with an advisor to choose courses that best match their goals.
Total Credit Hours: 92-93