Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer - Major #6082

Associate of Science (AS-T) Degree for Transfer Program Map
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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


The goal of the Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer program at Fresno City College is to award students with an associate degree, and provide them with special benefits/guarantees upon transfer to a CSU baccalaureate program in Biology. This degree may also prepare students to transfer into a UC baccalaureate program in Biology. To earn the Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer, students must complete 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: (A) The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education – Breadth Requirements. (B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district. (2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.” ADTs also require that students must earn a C (or 'P') or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. Local graduation requirements are not required for the transfer degree. Please speak with a transfer counselor for more information about the benefits of the Associate of Science in Biology for Transfer and the Associate of Science degree.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Evaluate scientific literature and apply the scientific method to obtain and interpret data.
  2. 2. Understand the function of organic molecules in biological systems and relate organelle structure to cellular function.
  3. 3. Understand the structure and function of genetic material and apply the principles of genetics as they relate to organisms.
  4. 4. Understand the biodiversity of life on earth based on modern classification systems.
  5. 5. Understand the ecological relationships between organisms and the environment, and the impact of human activity on ecological systems.
  6. 6. Understand the scientific evidence for evolution and explain the mechanisms leading to evolutionary change over time.
Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester

Term 1

12 units

MATH 5A
Mathematical Analysis I

5 units
Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
This course is an introduction to differential and integral calculus. This includes analytical geometry, differentiation and integration of functions, limits, continuity, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and applications of differentiation. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I)

IGETC STEM Area 1A: English Composition (ENGL 1A)

4 units

IGETC STEM Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences

3 units

Term 2

15 units

IGETC STEM Area 1B: Critical Thinking

3 units

IGETC STEM Area 1C: Oral Communications

3 units

Physics Sequence Part 1

4 units

PHYS 2A
General Physics 1

4 units
Effective Term: 2018 Spring Semester
Mechanics, thermal physics, oscillations, and waves. Designed primarily for life science and related majors.
or

PHYS 4A
Physics for Scientists and Engineers

4 units
Effective Term: 2018 Spring Semester
Classical mechanics and mechanical waves. Designed primarily for physics, engineering, and related majors.

CHEM 1A
General Chemistry I

5 units
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
Development of atomic theory; atoms, isotopes, molecules, and ions; compounds; classification of matter; formulas and equations; stoichiometry; introduction to aqueous reactions: precipitation, acids and bases, and gas forming and redox reactions; gas laws; kinetic molecular theory of gases; thermochemistry; modern atomic theory; VSEPR theory; valence bond (hybridization) and molecular orbital theories; intermolecular forces; properties of liquids; solids and crystal structures; solution behavior; colligative properties; associated laboratory experiments; and volumetric (titrimetric) and gravimetric analysis methods. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I)
Course Details:
  1. Prerequisite: MATH 3A
  2. Prerequisite: CHEM 3A
  1. A: Physical Science Lab or Physical Science Lab only (non-sequence)
  2. C: Science Laboratory
  1. B1 - Physical Science
  2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
  3. CSU Transfer Course
  1. A: Natural Sciences

Term 3

17 units

IGETC STEM Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences

3 units
Recommend POLSCI 2 and/or HIST 11 or 12 for CSU graduation requirement.

BIOL 11A
Biology for Science Majors I

5 units
Effective Term: 2021 Fall Semester
One of two general biology courses for majors: the chemistry of life, cellular structure, cellular metabolism including photosynthesis, aerobic and anaerobic respiration, cellular communication, cellular division and its regulation, Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, biotechnology, and evolution. Intended for science majors and pre-medical, pre-veterinarian, pre-dental, pre-optometry, and pre-pharmacy majors.

CHEM 1B
General Chemistry II

5 units
Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
Acid-base theory; chemical kinetics; equilibrium (acid-base, hydrolysis, and solubility); chemical thermodynamics and electrochemistry; selected topics in nuclear chemistry, coordination chemistry, and/or chemistry of selected groups; inorganic qualitative and quantitative analysis. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I)
Course Details:
  1. Prerequisite: CHEM 1A
  1. A: Physical Science Lab or Physical Science Lab only (non-sequence)
  2. C: Science Laboratory
  1. B1 - Physical Science
  2. B3 - Laboratory Activity
  3. CSU Transfer Course

    Physics Sequence Part 2

    4 units

    PHYS 2B
    General Physics 2

    4 units
    Effective Term: 2018 Spring Semester
    Electricity and magnetism, optics, and introduction to modern physics. Designed primarily for life science and related majors.
    or

    PHYS 4B
    Physics for Scientists and Engineers

    4 units
    Effective Term: 2018 Spring Semester
    Thermodynamics, electricity, and magnetism. Designed primarily for physics, engineering, and related majors.

    Term 4

    11-13 units

    IGETC STEM Area 3A: Arts

    3 units

    IGETC STEM Area 3B: Humanities

    3-5 units

    BIOL 11B
    Biology for Science Majors II

    5 units
    Effective Term: 2021 Fall Semester
    One of two general biology courses for majors: evolution, speciation, the evolutionary history of biodiversity, plant structure and function, animal structure and function, and ecology. Intended for science majors and pre-medical, pre-veterinary, pre-dental, pre-optometry, and pre-pharmacy majors. Field trips required.

    ELECTIVE (Only if needed to reach 60 units)

    Total: 55-57 units