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Associate in Science
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Associate in Science degree - Biology
Catalog 2012-2013
The associate in science degree with a major in biology is designed as a two-year program that offers a broad general education background and an introduction to the basic principles of biology as well as the supporting knowledge of chemistry needed to fully understand and appreciate biology as specified by the learning objectives of the courses. The courses included in the major are also applicable to further study in the life sciences.
The DVC biology major is intended to transfer. Students wishing to transfer must consult with a counselor regarding other courses in math, chemistry and physics that may be required by the four year institution to which they intend to transfer. Students who intend to transfer are advised to select General Education Option 2 (IGETC) or Option 3 (CSU GE). Option 1 (DVC General Education) is not generally advised.
To earn an associate in science degree with a major in biology, students must complete each course used to meet a major requirement with a “C” grade or higher and complete all graduation requirements as listed in the catalog. Certain courses may satisfy both a major and other DVC graduation requirements; however, the units are only counted once.
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Units |
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BIOSC 130 |
Principles of Cellular and Molecular Biology |
5 |
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BIOSC 131 |
Principles of Organismal Biology, Evolution and Ecology |
5 |
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CHEM 120 |
General College Chemistry I |
5 |
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CHEM 121 |
General College Chemistry II |
5 |
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Total minimum required units |
20 |
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Program-level SLOs. Associate in science degree in Biology [ (Datatel code AS.BIOSC.D)]
#1. apply the scientific method of inquiry.
#2. illustrate and analyze chemical bonds and reactions.
#3. compare and contrast organismal life structures and functions.
#4. demonstrate an understanding of the mechanisms and evidence for the theory of evolution.
SLOs updated May 22, 2013 9:45:12 AM
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