Biology - Associate in Science for Transfer

This program map only provides one possible pathway for degree and/or certificate obtainment and is for reference only. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor to develop your individualized Student Education Plan.

The Associate in Science for Transfer in Biology will prepare students to move into the California State University (CSU) system, as well as other four-year institutions leading to a baccalaureate degree in such areas as botany, zoology, conservation and teaching. The biologist with a baccalaureate degree is prepared to enter graduate or professional programs of specialized study such as medicine, dentistry, medical technology, osteopathy and veterinary medicine. 

Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements

Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to a California State University, including the following:

  1. Completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
  2. A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district.
  3. Obtainment of an overall minimum grade point average of 2.0.
  4. Minimum grade of C, or P grade, for each course in the major.

The following Allan Hancock College graduation requirements will not be required: Health and Wellness, Multicultural Gender Studies and Allan Hancock College General Education.

 

The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

Demonstrate proficient research skills in data gathering and analysis.

Demonstrate effective communication using the language, concepts and models of biology.

Demonstrate effective content knowledge of biodiversity.

Program Map

Requirement
GE General Education
E Elective

Fall Year 1

13 units
ENGL C1000
Academic Reading and Writing

In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research.

Students will prepare and write a research paper.  This course is not open to students who have already successfully taken ENGL 101.

        1. Category 1A: English Composition
        1. 1A - English Composition
        CHEM 150
        General Chemistry 1
        A study of the principles and theories of chemistry. Topics include the kinetic molecular theory of matter, atomic structure and the periodic table, chemical bonding, gases and stoichiometry. Experiments in standard qualitative and quantitative analysis emphasizing the collection and interpretation of data are covered in the lab. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 6 hours weekly.
        1. Prerequisite: CHEM 120
        1. 5A - Physical Science
        1. B1 - Physical Science
        2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
            MATH 181
            Calculus 1
            The first in a two-semester sequence comprising first-year calculus. Topics include functions, limits, continuity, the derivative, differentiation of algebraic, trigonometric and transcendental functions, applications of differentiation, the definite integral, and the use of technology to solve calculus problems.
            1. Prerequisite: MATH 141
            2. Prerequisite: MATH 121
            3. Prerequisite: MATH 131
            1. 2A - Math
            1. B4 - Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
            1. Category 4B: Communication and Analytical Thinking

              Spring Year 1

              14 units
              BIOL 150
              Cellular Biology
              A study of the nature of life, emphasizing its molecular and cellular aspects of life, particularly cellular reactions as governs organismic metabolism, biological and chemical evolution, and Mendelian genetics. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 6 hours weekly.
              1. Prerequisite: CHEM 120
              1. 5B - Biological Science
              1. B2 - Life Science
              2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
                  CHEM 151
                  General Chemistry 2
                  A continuation of Chemistry 150, emphasizing the development of the principles and theories of chemical equilibria, chemical kinetics, thermodynamics and electro-chemistry, including an introduction to modern means of instrumental analysis. The laboratory consists of experiments in standard qualitative and quantitative analysis. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 6 hours weekly.
                  1. Prerequisite: CHEM 150
                  1. 5A - Physical Science
                  1. B1 - Physical Science
                  2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
                      STEM 100
                      Success Strategies in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
                      Intended for students pursuing majors in a STEM discipline. Introduces students to related career choices, academic planning, and college resources. Develops appropriate skills necessary for academic success in a STEM major.

                                Cal-GETC Area 1B: Critical Thinking and Composition

                                Summer Year 2

                                6 units

                                Cal-GETC Area 3A: Arts

                                Cal-GETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences

                                Fall Year 2

                                18 units
                                BIOL 155
                                General Zoology
                                Intended for the biology major, an exploration and survey of the animal phyla and non-photosynthetic, single-celled, eukaryotic taxa. Comparative structure, function, and life cycles of animals, as well as principles of evolution, taxonomy, and systematics are covered. Topics include development, morphology and physiology, phylogeny, and behavior of animals, as well as principles of evolution, mechanisms of evolutionary change, and speciation. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab 6 hours weekly.
                                1. Prerequisite: BIOL 150
                                1. 5B - Biological Science
                                1. B2 - Life Science
                                2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
                                    The initial semester of a three-semester course in calculus-based physics which emphasizes the origin, nature and application of fundamental concepts and principles. Required for most baccalaureate majors in the physical sciences, engineering and mathematics. Emphasizes mechanics, including measurement, linear and planar motion, statics and dynamics of particles and systems of particles, rigid, elastic and fluid systems.
                                    1. Prerequisite: PHYS 110
                                    2. Prerequisite: MATH 182
                                    1. 5A - Physical Science
                                    1. B1 - Physical Science
                                    2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
                                        OR

                                        The initial semester of a two-semester introduction to trigonometry-based physics. Emphasizes the origin, nature, and application of fundamental concepts and principles. Required for most life-science and engineering-technology majors. Discusses motion, mechanics of particles and systems of particles, rigid, elastic and fluid systems, vibrations, wave motion, and sound.

                                        1. Prerequisite: MATH 141
                                        1. 5A - Physical Science
                                        1. B1 - Physical Science
                                        2. B3 - Laboratory Activity

                                            Cal-GETC Area 1C: Oral Communication

                                            Cal-GETC Area 3B: Humanities

                                            Cal-GETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences

                                            Spring Year 2

                                            12 units
                                            BIOL 154
                                            General Botany
                                            A survey of the plant kingdom, including structure and functions, heredity, evolution and ecology, economic uses, taxonomic classification, the role of plants in the ecosystem, and important problems common to all plants. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab 6 hours weekly.
                                            1. Prerequisite: BIOL 100
                                            2. Prerequisite: BIOL 150
                                            3. Prerequisite: MATH 309
                                            4. Prerequisite: MATH 331
                                            1. 5B - Biological Science
                                            1. B2 - Life Science
                                            2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
                                                A continuation of PHYS 161 which discusses electrostatic forces, fields and potentials, steady electric currents and circuits, magnetic forces and fields, induced electric and magnetic fields, electric and magnetic properties of continuous media, reactive circuits, and electromagnetic waves.
                                                1. Prerequisite: PHYS 161
                                                2. Prerequisite: MATH 182
                                                1. 5A - Physical Science
                                                1. B1 - Physical Science
                                                2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
                                                    OR
                                                    A continuation of PHYS 141. Discusses heat, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, geometric and physical optics, atomic and nuclear physics.
                                                    1. Prerequisite: PHYS 141
                                                    1. 5A - Physical Science
                                                    1. B1 - Physical Science
                                                    2. B3 - Laboratory Activity

                                                        Cal-GETC Area 6: Ethnic Studies

                                                        Electives

                                                        Elective units required for Biology AS-T: 0

                                                        General Education

                                                        Complete the following:

                                                        California - General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC): 34 units (All course must be UC transferable)

                                                        Double Counting:  

                                                        Total units that may be doubled counted for the major and general education requirements: 10 units. 

                                                        Complete additional CSU transferrable courses as needed to achieve 60 units required for the degree: 0 units

                                                        Visit myHancock and select the DegreeWorks icon to view Cal-GETC general education and transferrable courses.