Code: AS.NSM.BIO

The Biology option prepares students to enter various biology and biology related programs leading to a bachelor’s degree in four year colleges and universities. Students take a year of General Biology and two additional upper level courses in Biology plus a foundation of supporting Mathematics, Science and General Education courses. Students also acquire laboratory skills that are necessary for upper division studies in the biological sciences.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

1. Express the organization and classification principles employed in biological sciences.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the physiological and biochemical processes in a variety of organisms and the interrelationships of living systems.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the developmental processes which occur in various organisms.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the unity, variety and evolution of life, and recognition of the importance of the stewardship and preservation of biological diversity.
5. Acquire laboratory competence by developing and refining technical and analytical skills.
6. Critically examine information and discover new knowledge through rigorous scientific reasoning.