Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 1 (LRST1AS)
This pathway is designed to meet the Associate in Science (AS) Track 1 degree requirements with a concentration in Biology. If you enjoy science and are curious about how living things work, consider entering the Biology pathway. Biology is an increasingly complex and exciting field, one ...
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If you enjoy science and are curious about how living things work, consider entering the Biology pathway. Biology is an increasingly complex and exciting field, one that integrates many critical subdisciplines, such as:
Anatomy and physiology
Botany
Chemistry
Ecology
Genetics
Molecular biology
Pathology
Each of these intersects with the study of life and living organisms. And of course, medical and scientific innovation continue to drive biology into new and thrilling directions. This means that your biology education will touch on issues impacting human, animal and plant life far and wide, including subjects like genetic engineering, transhumanism, GMO farming, and global climate change.
In this pathway, you’ll learn about life on Earth and how it forms, functions, evolves and interacts. Courses explore topics like evolution, genetics and the cellular process in microorganisms, plants and animals. You’ll also learn about the scientific method and gain hands-on experiences in the lab. Most of our biology students continue their education by transferring to a four-year college or university at a junior standing. Whether you want a career in science education, zoology, botany, wildlife, ecology, microbiology or biotechnology—or you plan to apply your biology degree toward a future in medicine, nursing or other allied health profession—this pathway is an excellent start.
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If you enjoy science and are curious about how living things work, consider entering the Biology pathway. Biology is an increasingly complex and exciting field, one that integrates many critical subdisciplines, such as:
Anatomy and physiology
Botany
Chemistry
Ecology
Genetics
Molecular biology
Pathology
Each of these intersects with the study of life and living organisms. And of course, medical and scientific innovation continue to drive biology into new and thrilling directions. This means that your biology education will touch on issues impacting human, animal and plant life far and wide, including subjects like genetic engineering, transhumanism, GMO farming, and global climate change.
In this pathway, you’ll learn about life on Earth and how it forms, functions, evolves and interacts. Courses explore topics like evolution, genetics and the cellular process in microorganisms, plants and animals. You’ll also learn about the scientific method and gain hands-on experiences in the lab. Most of our biology students continue their education by transferring to a four-year college or university at a junior standing. Whether you want a career in science education, zoology, botany, wildlife, ecology, microbiology or biotechnology—or you plan to apply your biology degree toward a future in medicine, nursing or other allied health profession—this pathway is an excellent start.
Estimated Length of Completion
Degree
Quarters
Units
Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 1 (LRST1AS)
Full time : 6
90
You may need more or fewer units depending on your transferred credits, individual situation, and goals.
Before Quarter One
Please visit the Steps to Enroll page for everything you need to do.
If you need help with the Steps to Enroll, please contact the Welcome Center.
Step 1: Apply and register
at South Seattle College anytime (the application is always free). Once you become a student, register for classes using the
online class schedule
and go to the
academic calendar
for registration dates and tuition deadlines.
Step 2: See an advisor
to create a personalized educational plan by the end of your second quarter. Your plan will include prerequisites, graduation requirements,
and transfer preparation if you plan to transfer to another college or university to earn a bachelor's degree.
Sample Schedule and Quarterly To-Do List
90 Units
A sample schedule and quarterly to-do list are below.
The schedule and to-do list will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time. The guide assumes a fall
quarter start, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level.
Note about the sample schedule: Classes are offered in
various formats
such as online (e-learning) and may not be offered each quarter. Click the button with arrows throughout the map to expand the section and view detailed information.
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Quarter 1
To-Do List
15
UNITS
To-Do List
Schedule an appointment with your advisor in Starfish to meet and discuss your goals.
Visit the Library to get help with research; check out resources; access computers and study space; and create media projects.
Visit the Tutoring Center to learn about tutoring services offered in-person and online.
Get involved on campus! Check out some of the resources, clubs and activities available to you through Student Life and TRiO, RST, and more!
BIOL&100 or BIOL&160
Choose a course
5 units
BIOL&100 or BIOL&160
5 units
Choose a course
BIOL& 100:
Survey of Biology
Intro to biological principles and concepts: cell biology, application of biological knowledge to problems of society, and development of an awareness of science. Lab included. For non-science majors. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0836665 Units
BIOL& 160:
General Biology With Lab
This course is a one quarter intro to biology. Basic biological concepts will be introduced, with an emphasis on biological molecules, cell structures and processes, genetics, evolution, and a survey of biodiversity.
Course ID 0836675 Units
MATH&146
Introduction to Statistics
5 units
MATH&146
5 units
MATH& 146:
Introduction to Statistics
Covers descriptive methods, probability and probability distributions, samples, decisions, hypothesis testing and statistical inferences.
Course ID 0839835 Units
CMST&101 or CMST&220 or ART111
Choose a course
5 units
CMST&101 or CMST&220 or ART111
5 units
Please select from the 5 credit courses below.
Choose a course
CMST& 101:
Introduction to Communication
Intro to communication as a transactional process, with attention to personal, cultural, group and public communication. Covers verbal and nonverbal messages, listening, self-concept and perception.
Course ID 0831025 Units
CMST& 220:
Public Speaking
Covers the process of getting started with confidence; topic selection and research; and preparation and delivery of informative, persuasive, special occasion and other forms of presentations.
Course ID 0831055 Units
ART 111:
Drawing
Freshman level drawing. Study of line, value, space, perspective and composition through the use of a variety of drawing media.
English 101 is a college-level writing course that emphasizes academic writing and major strategies of reading and writing analytically. Writing assignments focus on engaging with and responding to a variety of texts. Instruction encourages students to develop, through revision and reflection, as readers, writers, and critical thinkers.
Course ID 0832455 Units
MATH&151
Calculus I
5 units
MATH&151
5 units
MATH& 151:
Calculus I
The sequence MATH&151, &152 and &163 covers limits, differential calculus and its applications, integral calculus and its applications, intro to differential equations, series including Taylor series, vector geometry in three dimensions, multivariable calculus, partial differentiation, double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates and applications. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0839855 Units
SOC&101 or PSYC&100
Choose a course
5 units
SOC&101 or PSYC&100
5 units
Choose a course
SOC& 101:
Introduction to Sociology
Introduces students to the scientific study of society and to several sociological concepts, including socialization, stratification, research methods, social theory, group dynamics, social class, gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, media, family, deviance, and social and cultural change. Students learn how to connect research to concepts and use the sociological imagination, the relationship between self and society, to deepen their understanding of social life.
Course ID 0835895 Units
PSYC& 100:
General Psychology
Introduction to the scientific study of human behavior including research methods, brain and behavior, learning, cognitive psychology, development, personality, abnormal psychology, and social thinking and behavior. Additional topics may include: emotions, perception, motivation, intelligence, genes and evolution, and health.
The sequence MATH&151, &152 and &163 covers limits, differential calculus and its applications, integral calculus and its applications, intro to differential equations, series including Taylor series, vector geometry in three dimensions, multivariable calculus, partial differentiation, double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates and applications. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0839865 Units
CHEM&139
General Chemistry Prep
5 units
CHEM&139
5 units
CHEM& 139:
General Chemistry Prep
Lecture. Includes chemical mathematics, basic atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical equation balancing, mole concept and chemical stoichiometry. Prereq: MATH 098.
Course ID 0837025 Units
ENGL&235 or CSC110
Choose a course
5 units
ENGL&235 or CSC110
5 units
Choose a course
ENGL& 235:
Technical Writing
Explores basic formats and content of technical communication. Covers writing process; analysis of purpose and audience for various reports and documents; research, documentation, presentation of technical material; and communication in digital media. Projects include writing and editing, digital communication, and collaboration. Prereq: ENGL& 101.
Course ID 0832575 Units
CSC 110:
Introduction to Computer Programming
An overview of computer program design and problem solving with a focus on problem analysis, program development, testing and debugging. Students will use functions, control structures, and data structures to develop a variety of increasingly complex programs to solve scientific and technical problems. Students will learn to document and test their solutions. Programming language may vary.
Build relationships with faculty and staff at South to learn more about your pathway and future opportunities.
Apply to universities or colleges and scholarships.
BIOL&211
Majors Cellular Biology
5 units
BIOL&211
5 units
BIOL& 211:
Majors Cellular Biology
BIOL&211 is the first of a three-quarter introduction to biology sequence in preparation for advanced study in areas such as medicine, dentistry, cell biology, microbiology, or veterinary medicine. BIOL& 211 focuses on cellular biology, BIOL& 212 on the biological diversity in animals and BIOL& 213 on evolution, ecology and biological principles of prokaryotes, fungi, protists and plants. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0836685 Units
CHEM&161
General Chem W/Lab I
6 units
CHEM&161
6 units
CHEM& 161:
General Chemistry With Lab I
For science majors. A three-quarter sequence introducing basic concepts of chemistry: structure and bonding, chemical reactivity, physical measurement, stoichiometry, structure of matter, gas laws, intermolecular forces, solutions, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acid/base, thermodynamics, redox and electrochemistry. Satisfies the general chemistry requirement for science and engineering majors, pre-Med, pre-Pharmacy, pre-Veterinary, etc. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0837036 Units
PHYS&114 or PHYS&221
Choose a course
5 units
PHYS&114 or PHYS&221
5 units
Choose a course
PHYS& 114:
General Physics I With Lab
First of three algebra-based courses covering the field of physics. Includes kinematics, vectors, forces, dynamics, work, energy, momentum, torque and gravitation. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0840855 Units
PHYS& 221:
Engineering Physics I
Development of the basic principles of classical mechanics--kinematics, Newton's laws and the conservation laws using calculus. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0840915 Units
Quarter 5
To-Do List
16
UNITS
To-Do List
Apply for financial aid for the upcoming school year in Fall or early Winter Quarter to maximize your funding options.
Apply to universities or colleges and scholarships.
Continuation of the three-quarter college biology sequence. Emphasis is placed on the biological diversity of animals, general principles of animal physiology, growth and development, and organ system relationships, with an underlying theme of evolution. This course is intended for students planning to major in the biological sciences, allied health, or veterinary medicine. Includes lab. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0836695 Units
CHEM&162
General Chem W/Lab II
6 units
CHEM&162
6 units
CHEM& 162:
General Chemistry With Lab II
For science majors. Second of three-quarter sequence introducing basic chemistry concepts: structure, bonding, chemical reactivity, physical measurement, stoichiometry, structure of matter, gas laws, intermolecular forces, solutions, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acid/base, thermodynamics, redox and electrochemistry. Satisfies the general chemistry requirement for science and engineering majors, pre-Med, pre-Pharmacy, pre-Veterinary, etc. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0837046 Units
PHYS&115 or PHYS&222 or Foreign Language I
Choose a course
5 units
PHYS&115 or PHYS&222 or Foreign Language I
5 units
Please work with an advisor to determine if you need to take Foreign Language at South.
Choose a course
PHYS& 115:
General Physics II With Lab
Continuation of PHYS& 114. Includes fluids, heat, gas laws, electricity, magnetism and electrical circuits. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0840865 Units
PHYS& 222:
Engineering Physics II
Covers Maxwell's classical laws of electricity and magnetism which developed from the study of the Laws of Coulomb, Ampere, Gauss and Faraday. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0840925 Units
Foreign Language I
Quarter 6
To-Do List
16
UNITS
To-Do List
Check in with your university for transfer planning.
Order cap and gown for commencement and join alumni association.
Attend commencement ceremony.
BIOL&213
Majors Plant
5 units
BIOL&213
5 units
BIOL& 213:
Majors Plant
BIOL& 213 is the third course in the major's biology series. Emphasis is placed on the diversity, ecology and evolution of bacteria, fungi, protists, and plants. This course also explores details of the life cycle, reproduction, and physiology of non-vascular and vascular plants. The ecology of populations, communities and ecosystems is explored unifying concepts of cellular, molecular, evolutionary and organismal diversity covered in BIOL&211, 212, and 213. Lab is included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0836705 Units
CHEM&163
General Chem W/Lab III
6 units
CHEM&163
6 units
CHEM& 163:
General Chemistry With Lab III
For science majors. Covers chemistry principles, structure of matter, atomic and molecular theory, the elements, quantitative relationships, nuclear chemistry, aqueous solutions, kinetics, chemical thermodynamics, oxidation and reduction, electro-chemistry, periodicity, equilibrium systems, qualitative analysis and organic chemistry. Fulfills the QSR requirement for A.A. degree. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0837056 Units
Foreign Language II
5 units
Foreign Language II
5 units
Please work with an advisor to determine if you need to take Foreign Language at South.
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Program and admissions requirements vary from college to college. Contact an advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice.
If you are already registered for classes or a returning student, please see your primary advisor to create an educational plan. If you need assistance getting connected to the appropriate advisor, visit the Advising Center website.
