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Sep 07, 2024
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2024-2025 WNCC College Catalog
Life Sciences & Natural Resources, Biology/Ecology Emphasis Area, AS
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The emphasis areas in the life sciences and natural resources provide students with comprehensive coverage of the natural world. These courses of study are designed to meet the needs of those wishing to gain technical knowledge for entry into the many related areas within the field of biology as well as those seeking a more specific focus of forestry or wildlife management.
Program Outcomes
At the conclusion of the program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the mastery of course work considered fundamental to the training of a biologist. Required competencies may include the accumulation of knowledge in general biology, botany, zoology, microbiology, physiology, ecology, genetics, and evolution.
- Research program requirements at transfer institutions and implement into the planning of their programs, courses and activities appropriate for transfer to four-year institutions to continue their chosen field of study.
- Demonstrate the ability to transfer into equivalent program at a four-year institution specifically for continuation and study of a chosen field.
- Use knowledge of basic biological principles to summarize and support a critical analysis of current scientific advances (primary literature and popular accounts), legislative issues, environmental issues, biotechnological advances, and demonstrate knowledge of contemporary social and ethical issues related to biology and the professional responsibilities of a biologist.
- Understand the relationship between science and other subject areas, including interdisciplinary approaches to global issues and the relationship of core concepts from chemistry, mathematics, and other disciplines to life science concepts.
- Demonstrate the ability to find, read, and critically evaluate appropriate scientific literature and resources.
- Be able to function successfully within laboratory and field settings, including use of basic equipment (microscopes, measurements devices, and computer technologies); developing and utilizing appropriate safety protocols; and putting into practice conceptual understandings of the research process illustrated by the scientific method.
- Utilize a variety of skills to communicate scientific information effectively, including gathering of data/information; oral and written communication skills clarifying concepts and confirming understandings; and utilization of computer resources including computer presentation.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to complete the College’s general education requirements for the Associate of Science degree.
NOTES:
- Students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university should consult their faculty and transfer advisor early in their WNCC career to determine a curriculum best suited to their transfer goals.
- Dependent upon the choice of electives, it is possible that the total credits earned for the AS degree will exceed 60 credits.
- Students should be aware that the courses included in the core requirements and recommended electives will be required by receiving institutions at some point in their journey to the bachelor’s degree.
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AS General Education Core: 33 Credits
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- Written Communication Credits: 6
- Oral Communication Credits: 3
- Humanities Credits: 3
- Math Credits: 3 *
- Lab Science Credits: 4 *
- Personal Development Credits: 3
- Social Science Credits: 3
* A total of 15-16 combined math/science credits are the minimum requirement for an AS degree. This must include a minimum of three (3) credits of math and four (4) credits of science from BIOS, CHEM, or PHYS options.
Note: Some general education requirements may be satisfied by program requirements. Please consult with an advisor for details
Life Sciences/Natural Resources Core Courses: 26 Credits
Emphasis Area Requirements or Electives: 19 Credits
Recommended electives or courses required for transfer: Total AS Requirements: 60 Credits
Biology/Ecology Emphasis Area
AS.2601A (60 credits)
The biology/ecology emphasis area provides the student with comprehensive coverage of the natural world. This course of study is designed to meet the needs of students wishing to gain technical knowledge for entry into other related areas within the field of biology as well as those seeking a general acquaintance with the field.
Program Requirements
In addition to the general education requirements for the AS degree, 26 credits of core courses and 19 credits of electives are required for the biology/ecology emphasis area. A total of 60 credits are required for the Associate of Science degree in this emphasis area.
AS General Education Core 33 Credits
View listing of General Education Courses.
- Written Communication Credits: 6
- Oral Communication Credits: 3
- Humanities Credits: 3
- Math Credits: 3 *
- Lab Science Credits: 4 *
- Personal Development Credits: 3
- Social Science Credits: 3
* A total of 15-16 combined math/science credits are the minimum requirement for an AS degree. This must include a minimum of three (3) credits of math and four (4) credits of science from BIOS, CHEM, or PHYS options.
Note: Some general education requirements may be satisfied by program requirements. Please consult with an advisor for details
Core Program Requirements: 26 Credits
Emphasis Area Electives or Courses for Transfer: 19 Credits
Total AS Requirements: 60 Credits
Recommended Plan of Study
Total Semester Credits: 17
Total Semester Credits: 14
Total Semester Credits: 14
Total Semester Credits: 15
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