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BAKERSFIELD COLLEGE 2018/2019 CATALOG

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98 BAKERSFIELD COLLEGE 2018/2019 CATALOG

Biology Associate in Science Degree for Transfer

he Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer degree is wildlife management, and related clinical fields. Biology designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the majors may choose to specialize in research based on a particular TCSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Biology or or an aspect of biology related to those listed above. similar major. Career Opportunities: Program Learning Outcomes , , , , entomology, The successful student will be able to: , , , , , • be able to demonstrate proficiency using a microscope. oceanography, , teaching, wildlife management and • be able to research a topic, design , synthesize zoology. and evaluate the information they find and will be able to justify and express their opinion on virtually any topic using the Requirements for AA-T or AS-T degrees: Scientific Method. The completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including the following: Additionally, the Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer • The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum allows students to learn the fundamental principles and practices (IGETC) or the California State University – Breadth of biology in order to create a solid foundation for their future Requirements. personal, academic, or vocational endeavors. The Associate • A minimum of 18 semester units in a major area of emphasis, in Science in Biology Degree for Transfer also provides solid as determined by the district. preparation that is appropriate for a variety of scientific disciplines. • The obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. • The completion of all courses required for the major with a ‘C’ Biology is the study and application of principles of biology, or better. A ‘P’ (Pass) grade is not acceptable for courses in the ecology, , genetics, and as it relates major. to humans and other . Laboratory and field trip activities emphasize the integrated and interdependent of living systems. Course work trains students to use observation and investigation to identify questions and pursue answers using the scientific method. Graduates with baccalaureate degree may pursue jobs in a variety of fields including; biochemistry, biotechnology, botany, ecology, entomology, genetics, health, immunology, medicine, molecular biology, oceanography, pharmacy, teaching,

Total Units: 32 Required Courses Category CSU IGETC Coruse # Name Units Units in Major 32 32 BIOL B3A General Biology I 5.0 General Education 33 31 BIOL B3B General Biology II 5.0 Possible double counting of GE’s 10 10 Degree Total 60 60 List A - 22 Units Course # Name Units *SCIGETC - special GE for STEM CHEM B1A General Chemistry I 5.0 CHEM B1B General Chemistry and Chemical Analysis 5.0 Note: Some UC campuses now require calculus-based physics for and biology majors and other particular courses. If you are planning to MATH B6A Analytic Geometry/Calculus I 4.0 transfer to a UC campus, contact their admissions office for advice. and PHYS B2A General Physics-Mechanics and Heat 4.0 PHYS B2B General Physics-Sound, Light, Electricity 4.0 Magnetism, Modern Physics or PHYS B4A Mechanics and Wave Motion 4.0 PHYS B4B Heat, Electricity and Magnetism 4.0

99 BAKERSFIELD COLLEGE 2018/2019 CATALOG

Biology Human Biology Associate in Science Degree for Transfer Associate of Science Degree (continued)

ourses required for the Human Biology Associate of Science Recommended Sequence degree include biology and chemistry courses necessary for Ctransfer to allied health programs such as nursing, physical Semester 1 (17 Units) therapy, Physician Assistant, and radiology. Please refer to the Course # Name Units Suggested Program information and check with a counselor BIOL B3A General Biology I 5.0 concerning specific degree requirements to specific programs CHEM B1A General Chemistry I 5.0 and transfer institutions. Please note that many of the courses MATH B6A Analytic Geometry/Calculus I 4.0 have prerequisites that are best taken in the appropriate order to Area 3A or 3B Arts or elective 3.0 ensure success. Students transferring to a four-year institution for a Bachelor of Science in Biology generally take the CHEM B1A, B1B Semester 2 (16 Units) sequence. Course # Name Units PHYS B4A Mechanics and Wave Motion 4.0 Program Learning Outcomes MATH B6B Analytic Geometry/Calculus II 4.0 The successful student will be able to: CHEM B1B General Chemistry and Chemical Analysis 5.0 • identify medical problems and apply appropriate and effective COMM B1 Public Speaking 3.0 solutions. • analyze a clinical situation using anatomical terminology, Summer select the correct to use for further examination, Course # Name Units analyze and determine a diagnosis when a is ENGL B1A Expository Composition (Recommended to 3.0 described, create a plan of action. obtain UC Transfer Agreement or “TAG”) • demonstrate proficiency using a microscope. 2 years of foreign at HS or 1 semester at BC Career Opportunities: Nursing, physical therapy, medical technologist, and physician Semester 3 (16 or 17 Units) assistant. Course # Name Units PHYS B4B Heat, Electricity and Magnetism 4.0 To Achieve the Associate of Science Degree BIOL B3B General Biology II 5.0 Upon completion of the following courses with at least a ‘C’ grade in ART B1 Art Appreciation 3.0 each course, the student will be awarded a Biology - General Biology PHIL B9 Critical Thinking and Advanced Composition 3.0 Associate in Science degree. To Transfer Coursework A minimum or of 18 semester units in the major with a grade of ‘C’ or better while ENGL B2 Advanced Composition and Critical Thinking 4.0 maintaining a minimum grade point average of at least 2.0 in all (Optional) Organic Chemistry for Science Majors I (Visit 5.0 California State University transferable coursework. CHEM B30A Transfer Counselor)

Semester 4 (12 Units) Total Units: 18 Course # Name Units Required Courses ANTH B2 Introduction to Cultural 3.0 Course # Name Units or BIOL B32 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4.0 SOCI B1 Introduction to Sociology 3.0 BIOL B33 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4.0 PSYC B1A General Psychology 3.0 BIOL B16 General 5.0 POLS B1 American Government: 3.0 National, State and Local Electives — Select 5 units from the following: HIST B18 History of California 3.0 Course # Name Units (Optional) Organic Chemistry for Science Majors, II 5.0 BIOL B21 Special Projects in Biology 1-2.0 CHEM B30B (Visit Transfer Counselor) CHEM B2A Introductory General Chemistry 4.0 CHEM B11 Introduction to General, 5.0 Organic, and Biochemistry CHEM B1A General Chemistry I 5.0 CHEM B1B General Chemistry and Chemical Analysis 5.0 MEDS B60 Medical Terminology 3.0 NUTR B10 Elementary 3.0

Note: Students transferring for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing should consult the university of choice as to which chemistry sequence meets transfer needs

100 BAKERSFIELD COLLEGE 2018/2019 CATALOG ADDENDUM Associate in Science in Environmental Science for Transfer

nvironmental Science is the study of major global, regional Requirements for AA-T or AS-T degrees: and local environmental issues, impacts and potential The completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to Esolutions. This program explores the relationship between the California State University, including the following: human actions, environmental impacts and effects on human • The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum . The Associate in Environmental Science for Transfer (IGETC) or the California State University – Breadth Degree will prepare students to meet the transfer requirements to Requirements. apply for more than 100 degrees or majors at 22 CSUs. Students • A minimum of 18 semester units in a major area of emphasis, with these degrees will be prepared to pursue diverse careers in as determined by the district. land management agencies, environmental policy, environmental • The obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. review, sustainable efforts in both private and public sectors, • The completion of all courses required for the major with a ‘C’ outdoor recreation, government, environmental education, and or better. A ‘P’ (Pass) grade is not acceptable for courses in the nonprofit organizations. major.

Program Student Learning Outcomes: The successful student will be able to: • Identify and describe major global, regional and local environmental issues. • Using the scientific basis of major environmental issues, analyze and interpret quantitative data and visual representations of data to identify and evaluate potential solutions. • Show relationships between human actions and environmental issues and examine the impacts of environmental issues on human populations.

Total Units: 41 Required Courses LIST B ( 11 units) Course # Name Units Course # Name Units BIOL B3A General Biology I 5.0 ECON B1 Principles of Economics-Micro 3.0 BIOL B3B General Biology II 5.0 CHEM B1A General Chemistry I 5.0 And Select 1 of the following sequences: Course # Name Units LIST A (15 units) PHYS 2A General Physics-Mechanics and Heat 4.0 Course # Name Units and BIOL B8 Introduction to Environmental Science 3.0 PHYS 2B General Physics-Sound, light, Electricity 4.0 GEOL B10 Introduction to Geology 3.0 Magnetism & Modern Physics GEOL B10 L Introduction to Geology Lab 1.0 or MATH B22 Elementary Probability and Statistics 4.0 PHYS 4A Mechanics and Wave Motion 4.0 MATH B2 Basic Functions and Calculus for Business 4.0 and or PHYS 4B Heat, Electricity, Magnetism 4.0 MATH B6A Analytical Geometry and Calculus I 4.0

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