# Biology (A.S. Degree Major)

Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog · Department: Biology

Source: https://sccollege.elumenapp.com/catalog/catalog/program/biology-as-summer-2020

The Associate of Science degree in Biology 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** | | 25 |
| BIOL 211 | Cellular and Molecular Biology | 5 |
| BIOL 221 | Animal Diversity and Evolution | 5 |
| BIOL 231 | Plant Diversity and Ecology | 5 |
| CHEM 200B | General Chemistry B | 5 |
| **: Complete at least one of the following rules** | | 5-10 |
| CHEM 200A | General Chemistry A | 5 |
| CHEM 200AH | Honors General Chemistry A | 5 |

### 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.