Biology
The Associate of Science in Biology curriculum provides basic courses for the first two years of a four-year curriculum leading to the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology.
With this degree, students will have a solid background in biology that can be applied to a Bachelors degree in Biology, Pre-Medicine, Biochemistry, or any other STEM field, as well as Education for those who wish to teach biology. Topics covered:
Topics Covered:
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Genetics
- Microbiology
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
Associate of Science in Biology
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First Semester (Fall I):
- BIOL 2110C Principles of Biology: Cellular and Molecular Lec/Lab (4 Credits)
- ENGL 1110 English Composition I (3 Credits)
- MATH 1220 College Algebra (3 Credits)
- Social & Behavioral Science (3 Credits)
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS: 13
Second Semester (Spring I)
- BIOL 2410C Principles of Biology: Genetics Lec/Lab (4 Credits)
- CHEM 1215 General Chemistry I Lec/Lab (4 Credits)
- ENGL 1120 Composition II (3 󠆌Credits)
- MATH 1230 Trigonometry (3 Credits)
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS: 14
Third Semester (Summer):
- BIOL 2210C Human A&P I Lec/Lab (4 Credits)
- COMM 1130 Public Speaking OR COMM 2120 Interpersonal Communication (3 Credits)
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS: 7
Fourth Semester (Fall II):
- BIOL 2225C Human A& P II Lec/Lab (4 Credits)
- CHEM 1225C General Chemistry II Lec/Lab (4 Credits)
- Humanities (3 Credits)
- Social & Behavioral Science (3 Credits)
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS: 14
Fifth Semester (Spring II):
- Arts (3 Credits)
- BIOL 2310C Microbiology Lec/Lab (4 Credits)
- Elective (4 Credits)
(Choose from: GEOL 1110C, MATH 1512, MATH 1552, PHYS 1115C, PHYS 1230C OR PHYS 1240C) - Social & Behavioral Science, Humanities OR Arts (3 Credits)
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS: 14
Total Credits Required: 62
This program consists of 62 credit hours. Full-time students typically complete this program in five semesters.
Students interested in CCC's Biology program can apply for general admission to the college and then file a degree plan with an Academic Advisor.
Although this program is designed to allow students to transfer to a four-year university to continue their studies in biology and other sciences, it will provide a solid foundation for a multitude of possible careers. Students must work closely with their transfer institutions and their CCC advisor to ensure the best transition to four-year schools. Future career opportunities include:
For more information about CCC’s Biology program, please contact:
Brandon Finney
Division Chair of Mathematics, Science, and Humanities
575.769.4933
brandon.finney@clovis.edu
Jennifer Bussey
Director of Academic Advising/Academic Advisor
575.769.4018
jennifer.bussey@clovis.edu