Biology UC Pathway Certificate of Achievement (CA)
About the Program
The Biology UC Pathway Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into a biology major at a University of California campus. The certificate also provides entry-level opportunities for laboratory technicians in industry and the academic environment. The coursework provides foundational knowledge and hands-on experiences across all levels of biology, from the molecular to the ecological.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students are able to:
- Design, conduct, analyze, and/or report results of investigations and experiments in the laboratory and/or field.
- Explain and apply basic principles and processes of biology at different levels, from the biochemical to the ecological.
- Able to be proficient in standard biology lab techniques and lab safety procedures.
Learning and Career Pathway Maps
Required Core: (45 Units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 1A | General Botany | 5 |
| BIO 1B | General Zoology | 5 |
| BIO 1C | Cell and Molecular Biology | 5 |
| CHEM 1A | General College Chemistry I | 5 |
| CHEM 1B | General College Chemistry II | 5 |
| CHEM 12A | Organic Chemistry I | 5 |
| CHEM 12B | Organic Chemistry II | 5 |
| MATH 1 | Calculus I | 5 |
| MATH 2 | Calculus II | 5 |