Biology, Associate in Science Degree for Transfer
Banner Code: 3_AST_BIOL
Control Number: 37925
Financial Aid Eligible
Biology is the study of living organisms from the macro level to the molecular level. Examples of biological science fields encompassed by biology are ecology, evolutionary biology, zoology, botany, cell, and molecular biology, genetics, marine science, and biotechnology. Many of the core concepts studied in biology also directly relate to various health care disciplines such as anatomy, immunology, microbiology, and physiology.
This Transfer Model Curriculum presumes completion of IGETC or CSU-GE Breadth for STEM, allowing for completion of 6 units of non-STEM GE work after transfer.
Required Core Options 1 and 2 represent Options 1-4 on the TMC.
List B – Additional Major Preparation if possible based on unit limitation and required articulation exists (0-4 units).
Select one (1) additional course that is articulated as a major preparation at a CSU.
Associate Degrees for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) are open to all Coastline students. Students who do not plan on transferring to a California State University school should consult their Counselor regarding the benefits of an AA-T/AS-T degree based on their goals. Students earning an AA-T or AS-T and intending on transferring to a California State University school receive transfer admission benefits for specific majors at many California State University campuses. Visit the Transfer Information catalog page for more information.
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Explain three fundamental processes present in biology such as metabolism, homeostasis, growth, reproduction, development, genetics or organism physiology.
- Given the appropriate laboratory setting, design and apply the process of science to address a hypothesis.
- Communicate biological concepts effectively in written and/or oral forms.
- Find, select and evaluate scientific information present in primary research literature, mass media, online or other sources.
Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements
- Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. A minimum of 12 units must be in residence at Coastline College.
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework.
- Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units in an Associate Degree for Transfer major as detailed in the catalog.
- Certified Completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE Breadth - Coastline’s Option 2 General Education pattern), OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC - Coastline Option 3 General Education pattern).
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | ||
| Complete the following: | ||
| BIOL C180 | Cell and Molecular Biology | 4 |
| BIOL C185 | Diversity of Organisms | 5 |
| List A: Suppporting science and mathematics | ||
| Chemistry Requirement: | ||
| CHEM C180 | General Chemistry A | 4 |
| CHEM C180L | General Chemistry A Lab | 1 |
| CHEM C185 | General Chemistry B | 4 |
| CHEM C185L | General Chemistry B Lab | 1 |
| Mathematics Requirement: | ||
| MATH C180 | Calculus 1 | 5 |
| Physics Requirement: | ||
| PHYS C120 & PHYS C125 | Algebra Based Physics: Mechanics and Algebra Based Physics: Electricity and Magnetism | 8 |
| or PHYS C185 & PHYS C280 | Calculus Based Physics: Mechanics and Calculus Based Physics: Electricity and Magnetism | |
| List B: Additional major preparation | ||
| Choose at least one course or combination of courses, not to exceed a total of 5 units: | 4-5 | |
| Organic Chemistry A and Organic Chemistry A Lab | ||
| Introduction to Statistics | ||
| General Microbiology | ||
| Units Required for Major | 36-37 | |
| CSU General Education or IGETC for STEM | 31-33 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
Biology ADT Program Map
This Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) program map is a recommended example of all major (program) requirements as well as general education requirements for two-year completion or transfer. This path may be altered to fit your individual academic needs. These two-year program maps were created by program faculty and counselors and demonstrate a recommended path to completion. Students are advised to meet with a Coastline Counselor for individualized program planning.
Your Path to Success
Follow this path to earn your ADT in Biology in 2 years.
Don’t forget to consult a counselor for an education plan!
See a graphic of the Biology Associate Degree for Transfer roadmap.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Semester | ||
| MATH C180 | Calculus 1 | 5 |
| ENGL C100 | Freshman Composition | 4 |
| CHEM C180 | General Chemistry A | 4 |
| CHEM C180L | General Chemistry A Lab | 1 |
| COUN C105 | Strategies for College Success | 3 |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| ENGL C102 | Critical Reasoning, Reading, and Writing | 3 |
| HIST C175 | United States History since 1876 | 3 |
| CHEM C185 | General Chemistry B | 4 |
| CHEM C185L | General Chemistry B Lab | 1 |
| ANTH C100 | Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| CMST C110 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| BIOL C180 | Cell and Molecular Biology | 4 |
| CHEM C220 | Organic Chemistry A | 3 |
| CHEM C220L | Organic Chemistry A Lab | 2 |
| PHYS C120 | Algebra Based Physics: Mechanics | 4 |
| ART C102 | Contemporary Art History | 3 |
| 4th Semester | ||
| BIOL C185 | Diversity of Organisms | 5 |
| PSCI C180 | American Government | 3 |
| BIOL C122 | Bioethics | 3 |
| PHYS C125 | Algebra Based Physics: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 |
| SOC C233 | Racial and Ethnic Relations in America | 3 |