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What You Will Learn<\/h2>\n

Biology is one of the most rapidly developing sciences due to the growing need for trained professionals in new, as well as traditional fields, including medical, environmental, research and veterinary. The curriculum at CCM with each of its six tracks reflects this expanding science and its related technologies by emphasizing the sciences and mathematics in a Liberal Arts Program.<\/p>\n

Students enrolled in the Associate of Science (A.S.) in Biology Program at CCM will complete courses that transfer and parallel those required in the first two years of most bachelor degree programs in biology or those required for entry into the most popular professional programs such as medical, dental or veterinary medical schools.<\/p>\n

College programs may differ widely in course offerings for various biology majors. In order to achieve maximum transfer of credits, it is essential that students speak to their academic advisors and consult the transfer institution regarding specific curriculum requirements.<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\n\n\r\n

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Biology Program Learning Outcomes<\/h2>\n
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  1. Define and explain the key ideas and foundational concepts in the biological sciences.<\/li>\n
  2. Apply the correct use of biological instrumentation and proper laboratory and safety techniques.<\/li>\n
  3. Explain and apply the scientific method including designing, conducting and analyzing experiments.<\/li>\n
  4. Locate, analyze and evaluate scientific literature and synthesize the information obtained to effectively communicate scientific information in written or oral format.<\/li>\n
  5. Identify and assess ethical issues as they pertain to the biological sciences.<\/li>\n
  6. Solve problems in the biological sciences using appropriate mathematical concepts, critical-thinking skills, and technology.<\/li>\n
  7. Identify the role played by the biological sciences as they relate to the individual and society.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\n\n\r\n
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    Curriculum<\/p>\r\n

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    CCM offers six tracks in the Biology Program:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1. Traditional<\/strong> –\u00a0Track 1 is the traditional curriculum, which, because of its general scope, is anticipated to satisfy the needs of majority of students. Students in this program can continue in any direction. In certain circumstances, students may have to make up credits upon transferring.<\/li>\n
    2. Health Related<\/strong> – Intended only for students who are preparing to transfer directly to a certain professional schools including chiropractic, occupational therapy and physician\u2019s assistant programs. This program is not suitable for students wishing to apply to programs in medicine, dentistry, optometry or podiatry since this track has a more narrow selection of courses which may restrict transfer options.<\/li>\n
    3. Pre-professional\/Biotechnology<\/strong>\u00a0–\u00a0Intended to meet the needs of those whose math and science skills are above average and who hope to transfer to the more competitive baccalaureate programs, professional schools or medical, veterinary or dental schools.<\/li>\n
    4. Environmental<\/strong> –\u00a0Designed to meet the needs of students who are interested in environmental science, ecology and natural resources. These programs are becoming increasingly more specialized in the array of courses required in the first two years.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n <\/div>\r\n
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      Download a Curriculum Checksheet<\/p>\r\n

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