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Associate of Science: 2011–2012 Catalog Year
Biological Sciences
Associate of Science
The Biological Sciences degree is designed to equip students with basic and applied knowledge in general biology with an emphasis in critical thinking, bioethical issues, a basic understanding of the scientific method, and laboratory and analytical skills related to the field of biology. Students are prepared to pursue studies in the fields of, but not limited to, biology, environmental studies, pre-health care, biochemistry, biotechnology, or as preparation for a teaching career.
Salary: $56,550–$75,680 / year (Nevada)
Career Outlook: Slower than average growth.
Good To Know: For advancement, some fields require graduate degrees. Strong competition for research positions.
Total Requirements: 63–64 Units (Credits)
| Program Requirements | 39 Units (Credits) | |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 190 | Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology | 3 |
| BIOL 190L | Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology Lab | 1 |
| BIOL 191 | Introduction to Organismal Biology | 3 |
| BIOL 191L | Introduction to Organismal Biology Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 121 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 122 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| MATH 128* | Precalculus and Trigonometry | 5 |
| MATH 181 | Calculus I | 4 |
| PHYS 151 | General Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS 152 | General Physics II | 4 |
| * Can substitute Math 128 for Math 126 and Math 127 | ||
| Choose 6 units from the following list: | Units (Credits) | |
| CHEM 220 | Introductory Organic Chemistry | 4 |
| NUTR 223 | Principles of Nutrition | 3 |
| STAT 152 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| General Education Requirement | 24 Units (Credits) | |
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English/Communications Requirements |
6 | |
| Fine Arts Requirement | 3 | |
|
Humanities Requirements |
6 | |
| Social Sciences Requirements | 6 | |
| U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirements | 3 | |
| A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Associate of Science can be found on the Associate of Science page. | ||
Note: EPY 150 is strongly recommended but not required for graduation. PHYS 180/180L and 181/181L are acceptable in lieu of PHYS 151 & 152. MATH 152 is required for a bachelor's degree in biology at University of Nevada, Reno. It is recommended that students pursuing other areas in science take MATH 182.
A student may take MATH 126 & 127 instead of MATH 128.