Degrees Offered

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BIOTECHNOLOGY AS DREGREE 
The AS degree in Biotechnology provides a strong foundation for transfer to a college (two- or four- year) to complete a BS in Biotechnology. It also prepares students with the foundation in microbiology, molecular and cell biology laboratory skills and soft skills that meet industry standards for employment in biotech industry (e.g. life science technician and biological science technician) and in academic research institutions. Students may petition to use IGETC for STEM majors in place of our local GE requirements. To gain authentic, hands-on research experience, students are recommended to take the BIOL 298 path and conduct the internship (BIOL 50) at a four-year college prior to transfer. Students must complete all required core courses for a total of 25-30 units. 

AS-T BIOLOGY
The AS-T in Biology provides a foundation in biology for students planning to transfer into a baccalaureate program in biology. Successful completion of the transfer degree guarantees the student acceptance to a California State University to pursue a baccalaureate degree in biology or a related field. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to describe and demonstrate correct use of biology laboratory equipment, be well-prepared for upper division biology courses, and be well-qualified as transfer students to a four-year university biology program. Required Core: BIOL 101, 102; List A: CHEM 101, 102, MATH 103, PHYS 105 and 106 or PHYS 101 and 102; LIST B: BIOL 103 or MATH 136. Required Units for Major: 36-38 units*

HEALTH SCIENCE AA DEGREE
Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to identify anatomical structures and describe the functions of important systems in the human body; be accepted to a nursing program ; and be well-prepared for courses in the nursing program or a 4-year university program of their choice. REQUIRED COURSES: A minimum of 14 units in one of the following options and additional 6 elective units is required. Option A: BIOL 115 or BIOL 122, 120; CHEM 110 or 120. Option B: BIOL 120, 121; CHEM 110 or 120. Electives (6 units): Choose one course from each category Category 1—Speech: SPCH 100, 101, 103. Category 2—Social Science: ANTHR 102, PSYCH 101, SOC 101.

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE AS DEGREE
The AS degree in Biological Sciences provides a strong foundation for transfer to a 4 year university in order to complete a BS in Biology or related fields. It may also provide appropriate training for employment in biological laboratories, museums, and/or educational outreach. Students may petition to use IGETC for STEM majors in place of our local GE requirements. Students must complete all required core courses for a total of 39 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to describe and demonstrate correct use of laboratory equipment; be well-prepared for upper-division biology courses; and be well-qualified as transfer students to a 4 year university biology program. REQUIRED COURSES: BIOL 101, 102; CHEM 101, 102, 105, 106; MATH 103, 104.

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