Biology
A.S. Degree for Transfer Biology · Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog
The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer degree prepares students for transfer to a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree in biology or disciplines such as microbiology, botany, zoology, and careers in teaching, medicine and health sciences.
Program Courses & Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Biology, AS-T | 37 | |
| : Complete all of the following | 15 | |
| BIOL 211 | Cellular and Molecular Biology | 5 |
| BIOL 221 | Animal Diversity and Evolution | 5 |
| BIOL 231 | Plant Diversity and Ecology | 5 |
| : Complete at least one of the following rules | 5-15 | |
| CHEM 200A | General Chemistry A | 5 |
| CHEM 200AH | Honors General Chemistry A | 5 |
| CHEM 200B | General Chemistry B | 5 |
| : Complete at least one of the following rules | 4-8 | |
| MATH 180 | Single Variable Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 180H | Honors Single Variable Calculus I | 4 |
| : Complete all of the following | 8 | |
| PHYS 150A | Introductory Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS 150B | Introductory Physics II | 4 |
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the basic theories of biology.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of and an ability to apply and effectively communicate the scientific method.