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BIOLOGY—ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Biology program offers courses that are intended to create interest and enrichment through the study of living organisms and the basic biological principles. The major courses provide a strong
background in the biological sciences for students transferring to four-year institutions who are interested in careers such as agriculture, health, research, and teaching. Prerequisite courses for
nursing and other allied health programs are also offered.
For detailed requirements for individual four-year institutions, students should contact the transfer institution and/or meet with a counselor for specific transfer course requirements in their major.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Alexander Edens at (831) 770-7055, [email protected], N-14
Rebecca Fields at (831) 755-6921, [email protected], N-14
Jeffery Hughey at (831) 770-7054, [email protected], N-26C
Ann Wright at (831) 770-6112, [email protected], N-14
Nancy Wheat (831) 755-6881, [email protected], N-5
PROGRAM OUTCOMES:
Upon successful completion of the Biology program, a student should be able to:
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apply the scientific method to problem solving, devising a research plan, and evaluating data and findings.
describe the structure and function of biological molecules, cells and organelles, and tissues and organ systems of plants and animals.
apply the principles of heredity at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels.
explain the mechanism and evidence of evolution through natural selection.
apply taxonomic principles to the classification of organisms.
describe the flow of energy within organisms and within ecosystems.
A minimum of 60.0 semester units with a grade of “C” or better must be maintained in all degree-applicable units. Only courses numbered 1-199 may apply toward the Associate Degree. Courses
listed below may have prerequisites that must be completed prior to enrolling. Consult a schedule of classes, college catalog, or a counselor for further information.
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REQUIRED MAJOR COURSES
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Course No.
BIO-1
BIO-2
BIO-3
CHM-1A‡
CHM-1B
MAT-13‡
MAT-25‡
PHY-2A/2B
or
PHY-4A/4B/4C
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RECOMMENDED MAJOR ELECTIVES (Select from the following; none required)
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
Recommended Major Elective
GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
Natural Sciences
Social & Behavioral Sciences (Select a minimum of 3 units from catalog GENERAL
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Humanities (Select a minimum of 3 units from catalog GENERAL EDUCATION
REQUIREMENTS)
Ethnic Groups in the United States (Select a minimum of 3 units from catalog
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Language and Rationality (9 Units)
A.
Written Composition
B.
Communication and Analytical Thinking
Communication and Analytical Thinking
Course No.
CHM-12A
CHM-12B
MAT-2
MAT-3A
MAT-3B
MAT-3C
Course No.
CHM-1A‡
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‡ These
Course Title
Fundamental Biological Concepts
General Zoology
General Botany
General Chemistry
General Chemistry
Elementary Statistics
Pre-Calculus
College Physics
or
General Physics
SUBTOTAL UNITS (42.0-46.0)
Course Title
Organic Chemistry I
Organic Chemistry II
Calculus for Managerial, Life, & Social Sciences
Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
Analytic Geometry and Calculus II
Analytic Geometry and Calculus III
Course Title
General Chemistry
Units
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
4.0
8.0
or
12.0
College Composition and Reading
Elementary Statistics
Pre-Calculus
General Education
Biology Required Major Courses
ELECTIVES (Courses Numbered 1–199) required when GE units plus Degree units total are fewer than 60.0
TOTAL UNITS
3.0
(5.0)
(4.0)
21.0
42.0-46.0
ENG-1A
MAT-13‡
MAT-25‡
Units
5.0
5.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
Units
(5.0)
63.0-67.0
courses also satisfy General Education Requirements.
TRANSFER STUDENTS: Completing the AS degree does not meet all the requirements for transfer. Students planning to transfer to a university should follow the requirements of the four-year
university. Information on course equivalencies and major preparation requirements for the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems are available online at
www.assist.org. Please consult with a Hartnell College counselor to review transfer requirements.
Hartnell College Catalog/2016-2017