Biology, AS
Program Description
The Associate of Science, Biology is a two-year transferable program. The curriculum includes a core of courses in the biological and physical sciences and mathematics. All courses recommended will partially satisfy the bachelor of science in biology at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Recommended Course Schedule
Recommended courses are listed in the course sequence; however, other courses may apply. Please see an advisor or the department.
| 1st semester | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 121 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| English 7 | 3 | |
| MATH 127 | Pre-Calculus II | 3 |
| STAT 152 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| Diversity/Fine Arts 6 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 16 | |
| 2nd semester | ||
| BIOL 190A & BIOL 190L | Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology and Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory | 4 |
| CHEM 122 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| Elective 3 | 3 | |
| English 7 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 14 | |
| 3rd semester | ||
| BIOL 191A & BIOL 191L | Introduction to Organismal Biology and Intro to Organismal Biology Lab | 4 |
| CHEM 341 | Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals I | 3 |
| Elective 7 | 5 | |
| Social Science/U.S. Nevada Constitutions 6 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| 4th semester | ||
| Elective 7 | 5 | |
| CHEM 342 | Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals II | 3 |
| Humanities 6 | 3 | |
| PHYS 151 | General Physics I or Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab I | 4 |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
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See program recommendations or requirements.
Program Requirements
AA/AS degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university.
To earn an AA/AS degree, students must:
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (see requirements for graduation.)
- Complete a minimum of 15 units within the college.
- Satisfy General Education requirements for the AA/AS.
- Have no financial or library obligation to the college.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| English | 3-6 | |
| Must include ENG 102 or ENG 114 1 | ||
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Humanities | 3 | |
| Recommended: | ||
| World Religions | ||
| Mathematics | 3 | |
Required: | ||
| Pre-Calculus II 3 | ||
| Science | [6] | |
Required: 2 | ||
| CHEM 121 & CHEM 122 | General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II | 8 |
| Social Science | 3 | |
| Recommended: PSC 101, CH 203, or HIST 111 | ||
| Additional College Requirements | ||
| Diversity 2 | [3] | |
| Recommended: | ||
| World Religions | ||
| Science | [6] | |
| U.S. and Nevada Constitutions courses 2 | [3] | |
| Degree Requirements | ||
| BIOL 190A & BIOL 190L | Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology and Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory | 4 |
| BIOL 191A & BIOL 191L | Introduction to Organismal Biology and Intro to Organismal Biology Lab | 4 |
| Chemistry: Choose from one of the following options: | 4-6 | |
| Introductory Organic Chemistry | ||
OR | ||
| Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals I | ||
AND | ||
| Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals II | ||
| PHYS 151 | General Physics I | 4 |
| or PHYS 180 & 180L | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab I | |
| Science GE Units (from CHEM 121 & CHEM 122) | [2] | |
| STAT 152 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| Elective Requirements | ||
| Select 11-15 units of the following: | 11-15 | |
| General Biology for Non-Majors 5 | ||
| Introduction to Neuroscience 5 | ||
| Introduction to Evolution and Adaptation 5 | ||
| Introduction to Animal Behavior 5 | ||
| Life in the Ocean 5 | ||
| General Botany | ||
| Human Anatomy and Physiology I | ||
| Human Anatomy and Physiology II | ||
| General Microbiology | ||
| Independent Study in Biology | ||
| Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences Lab I | ||
| Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences Lab II | ||
| Introduction to Public Health Biology | ||
| Pre-Calculus I | ||
| Calculus I 3 | ||
| Principles of Nutrition | ||
| Community and Lifecycle Nutrition | ||
| General Physics II 4 | ||
| Physics for Scientists and Engineers II and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab II 4 | ||
| Or any transferable college level units. 5 | ||
| Total Units | 60 | |
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If you place into ENG 102 or ENG 114 the additional 3 required units will become elective units.
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Course may also count toward additional degree requirements. Please consult with Academic Advisement.
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MATH 181 is required for B.S. in Biology at UNR.
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PHYS 152 or PHYS 180L and PHYS 181L are required for a B.S. in Biology at UNR.
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This course does not count toward required Biology courses for B.S. in Biology Degree at UNR.
Program Outcomes
Students completing the degree will:
PSLO1: Explain biological concepts as they relate to molecular structure and function, cellular processes, genetics, anatomical structural and physiological function of organisms, and evolutionary processes.
PSLO2: Apply the method of scientific inquiry by designing a controlled experiment, collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data, and presenting findings in written and oral formats.
PSLO3: Critically evaluate the scientific merits and claims of biological information from various sources and develop arguments based on biological facts and evidence.
PSLO4: Employ quantitative reasoning skills to data analysis and interpretation.
PSLO5: Use standard laboratory equipment and follow safe laboratory practices.
PSLO6: Apply standard scientific format with accurate use of citations, graphs, and statistics.
PSLO7: Analyze community and global issues from a biological perspective.
Transfer Agreements
AA/AS degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university. General information about general transfer agreements can be found on the Academic Advisement website. Students who intend to transfer to another college or university should speak with a TMCC Academic Advisor and consult with that institution. The transfer institution determines how TMCC courses will transfer. TMCC has agreements with the following institutions towards a bachelor's degree in the same or similar discipline.
