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Science - Associate of Science - Biology Track
Associate of Science · Biology Track
Statement of Purpose
TSC's Associate of Science in Science - Biology track is designed for students interested in pursuing careers and advanced studies in the biological sciences, healthcare, biotechnology, environmental science, education, and related fields. The program provides a strong foundation in the life sciences and prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution to continue studying biology or other science-related disciplines.
The Biology track provides students with practical laboratory skills, scientific reasoning, and problem-solving abilities that are essential for success in healthcare professions, research, environmental science, biotechnology, and other science-based careers.
Through a combination of classroom instruction and laboratory experiences, students gain a comprehensive understanding of biological systems, scientific principles, and modern laboratory techniques that prepare them for further academic study and entry-level positions in the life sciences.
Upon successful completion of the program, students may earn:
- AS Science
Potential Career and Academic Pathways:
- Pre-Medicine
- Nursing and Allied Health Professions
- Biotechnology
- Environmental Science
- Wildlife and Conservation Biology
- Biomedical Research
- Science Education
- Transfer to a Bachelor's Degree Program in Biology or a Related Field
Program Learning Outcomes
- Graduates of the AS Science Program will be able to describe the hierarchy of the organization of life.
- Graduates of the AS Science Program will be able to describe the basic concepts of chemistry.
- Graduates of the AS Science Program will be able to solve dot and cross product vector problems.
- Graduates of the AS Science Program will be able to apply the principles and concepts of classical mechanics.
Program of Study
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL-1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| MATH-2412 | Pre-Calculus Mathematics | 4 |
| XXXX-X3XX | Social and Behavioral Sciences Elective | 3 |
| BIOL-1306 | Biology I for Science Majors | 3 |
| BIOL-1106 | Biology I Laboratory for Science Majors | 1 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM-1311 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM-1111 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
| ENGL-1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| BIOL-1307 | Biology II for Science Majors | 3 |
| BIOL-1107 | Biology II Laboratory for Science Majors | 1 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| XXXX-X3XX | Component Area Option | 3 |
| XXXX-X3XX | Creative Arts Elective | 3 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM-1312 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM-1112 | General Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 |
| GOVT-2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution and Topics) | 3 |
| HIST-1301 | United States History I | 3 |
| or | ||
| HIST-2327 | Mexican-American History I (to the United States-Mexico War Era) | 3 |
| PHYS-1301 | College Physics I | 3 |
| PHYS-1101 | College Physics I Laboratory | 1 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM-2323 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM-2123 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
| HIST-1302 | United States History II | 3 |
| or | ||
| HIST-2328 | Mexican-American History II (from the United States-Mexico War Era) | 3 |
| XXXX-X3XX | Language, Philosophy, and Culture Elective | 3 |
| GOVT-2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution and Topics) | 3 |
| BIOL-2289 | Academic CO-OP (Research and Design) | 2 |
Notes
BIOL-1107: Lab.
CHEM-1112: Lab.
CHEM-2123: Lab, 1 SCH version.
ENGL-1301, MATH-2412, BIOL-1306, CHEM-1311, CHEM-1111, ENGL-1302, BIOL-1307, XXXX-X3XX (Component Area Option), CHEM-1312, CHEM-1112, CHEM-2323, and CHEM-2123: Grade of C or better is required for graduation
XXXX-X3XX (Creative Arts Elective): Students may take any course within this category of the TSC General Education Core Curriculum
HIST-1301, HIST-2327, HIST-1302, and HIST-2328:- Courses must be taken in sequence: United States History I and United States History II or Mexican American History I and Mexican American History II.
This information is provided as an example only. You will develop a personalized plan with your Success Coach and faculty advisor/mentor that reflects your goals and interests. You are required to meet with an advisor each semester to ensure you are on track for graduation. This document does not contain all the information you need to stay on track for graduation.
Credit Hours
- 60 credit hours — stated in the catalog
- 60 credit hours — total of the courses listed above (calculated, alternatives counted once)
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