Program Codes:
ASBIO
Associate of Science
Introduction
The Associate of Science in Biology curriculum is equivalent to the science, math, and general education courses that are required of freshman and sophomore students at many 4-year institutions. The intent of this program is to prepare students who are interested in pursuing a biology-related baccalaureate degree or pre-health professional degree.
Coursework will include: Cell and Molecular Biology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, General Chemistry, College Algebra and Statistics or Trigonometry, as well as general education coursework. Coursework will transfer in its entirety to the Mercyhurst Erie campus and may transfer in part or entirely to other baccalaureate institutions.
Program Learning Outcomes
• Critically analyze scientific information.
• Conduct scientific research or experimentation in a professional manner.
• Communicate scientific findings in a professional manner.
• Demonstrate knowledge in three major areas of biology: cellular and molecular biology (including genetics), ecology and evolution, and organismal biology.
Students must have completed 60 credits and earn an overall 2.0 GPA to meet graduation requirements. Students must receive a “C” or better in all major required courses, as well as CHEM 131/132 and CHEM 121/122. Students who wish to transfer to the Erie campus to complete a baccalaureate degree must maintain a 2.5 GPA.
Introduction to the biology of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including the structure and function of membranes and organelles, especially mitochondria and chloroplasts. Also included are studies of the molecular structure and function of DNA, with emphasis on the organization of the eukaryotic genome, transcription and translation.
BIO 143
Introduction to the physiological and molecular techniques and methodologies for studying cells, organelles and macromolecules in relation to cellular activities and maintenance of life.
BIO 142
BIO 147
A laboratory course that elucidates concepts taught in BIO 146 from a largely experimental perspective.
BIO 146
A course in algebra fundamentals, topics include sets, relations, functions, exponents and radicals, equations, inequalities, and polynomial and rational functions.
Introduction to the biology of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including the structure and function of membranes and organelles, especially mitochondria and chloroplasts. Also included are studies of the molecular structure and function of DNA, with emphasis on the organization of the eukaryotic genome, transcription and translation.
BIO 143
Introduction to the biology of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including the structure and function of membranes and organelles, especially mitochondria and chloroplasts. Also included are studies of the molecular structure and function of DNA, with emphasis on the organization of the eukaryotic genome, transcription and translation.
BIO 143