Associate in Science Degree - Liberal Arts
Biotechnology Option
Degree Requirements and Sample Program
This program is for those who desire a concentration in biology, biochemistry, cell/molecular biology, biotechnology, microbiology or other related science fields and who plan to transfer to a four-year institution. Graduates should be able to:
- demonstrate knowledge and understanding of basic scientific laws and theories in biology, microbiology, cell structure/function, genetics, and chemistry.
- apply mathematical skills and reasoning to solving scientific problems.
- perform scientific investigations while properly utilizing laboratory equipment and instruments in a safe and effective manner.
- analyze experimental data based on recording
- observations and collecting data.
- write lab and class reports using scientific terminology.
- transfer to a baccalaureate program.
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REQUIRED COURSES |
General Education Requirements (34 credits) |
Humanities (12 credits)
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SAMPLE PROGRAM | ||
First Semester | Credits | |
BS 101 | Biology I | 4 |
CH 111 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
EN 101 | Composition I | 3 |
MA 103 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
PS 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
Total | 17 | |
Second Semester | Credits | |
BS 203 | Introduction to Microbiology | 4 |
CH 112 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
EN 102 | Composition II | 3 |
Mathematics Course | 4 | |
Total | 15 | |
Third Semester | Credits | |
CH 211 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
BS 207 | Cell Biology | 4 |
SO 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
Computer Science Course | 3 | |
Humanities Course | 3 | |
Total | 17 | |
Fourth Semester | Credits | |
CH 212 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 |
BS 211 | Molecular Genetics | 4 |
Humanities Course | 3 | |
Diversity Course* | 3 | |
Free Elective | 3 | |
Total | 17 | |
TOTAL CREDITS FOR DEGREE: | 66 | |
*Students transferring to William Paterson University must take SO 102, Institutional Racism. All other students please see page for Diversity Course choices.