Biotechnology
A.S. Degree Major Biology · Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog
The Associate of Science degree in Biotechnology is designed for students who wish to obtain the skills required to gain employment in industries influenced by biotechnology as well as for incumbent workers seeking career opportunities. Upon completion of this program, students will be eligible to obtain employment as laboratory assistants, biomanufacturing technicians, or research and development technicians. This degree can help prepare for transfer to the Biomanufacturing B.S. degree at Mira Costa or Solano Community Colleges. Additional coursework is required for entry to the B.S. programs at these campuses. Please see a counselor for guidance.
Program Courses & Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology, AS: Complete all of the following | 34 | |
| Major Requirements | 29 | |
| BIOL 190 | Introduction to Biotechnology | 3 |
| BIOL 190L | Introduction to Biotechnology Lab | 1 |
| BIOL 191 | Biotech A: Basic Lab Skills | 4 |
| BIOL 192 | Biotech B: Proteins | 4 |
| BIOL 193 | Biotech C: Nucleic Acids | 4 |
| BIOL 194 | Quality and Regulatory Compliance in Biosciences | 2 |
| BIOL 202 | Cell Culture Techniques | 2 |
| CHEM200A/200AH are considered the same course. Please select one course. Credit will be awarded for only one course. | ||
| CHEM 200A | General Chemistry A | 5 |
| CHEM 200AH | Honors General Chemistry A | 5 |
| STAT C1000/C1000H and C1000E are considered the same course. Please select one. Credit will be awarded for only one course. | ||
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| STAT C1000E | Introduction to Statistics | 4.5 |
| STAT C1000H | Introduction to Statistics - Honors | 4 |
| Please select one (1) from the following | 5 | |
| *If planning to transfer to the Biomanufacturing B.S. programs, students must take BIOL 211 instead of BIOL 229. | ||
| BIOL 211 | Cellular and Molecular Biology | 5 |
| BIOL 229 | General Microbiology | 5 |
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of and follow workplace safety guidelines.
- Demonstrate proficiency in following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Properly maintain a laboratory notebook.
- Demonstrate an understanding of and correctly operate laboratory equipment.