Programs of Study
Associate in Arts
Program Information
Biotechnology is one of the most rapidly expanding
areas of the biological sciences. This exciting and
ever-evolving field offers students the opportunity to be
involved in cutting-edge scientific applications and
research. The program prepares students for further
study in fields such as molecular biology, cell biology,
pharmaceuticals, forensic science, research laboratories
and medical laboratories. Courses provide students
with a solid foundation in basic scientific principles as
well as mathematics. Students will be exposed to the
equipment and techniques necessary to succeed in the
field.
Upon successfully completing this program, students
should be able to:
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communicate effectively in a scientific manner,
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demonstrate an understanding of scientific inquiry
and application, and
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perform basic biotechnology procedures.
Transfer of Credits
Biotechnology graduates may transfer credits to a
bachelor's degree program at a four-year college or
university. Please direct specific questions to a
Student
Affairs
advisor.
*Students must complete either the HIS 101-102
or HIS 161-162 sequence.
Biotechnology
Credits
First Semester
BIO 101
General Biology I
4
BTC 120
Introduction to Biotechnology
and Basic Laboratory Techniques
4
CHM 101
College Chemistry I
4
ENG 101
English Composition I
3
HIS 101
Western Civilization I*
or
HIS 161
World History I*
3
18
Second Semester
BIO 102
General Biology II
4
CHM 102
College Chemistry II
4
ENG 102
English Composition II
3
HIS 102
Western Civilization II*
or
HIS 162
World History II*
3
14
Third Semester
BIO 211
Principles of Microbiology
4
ENG 202
Introduction to Speech
Communication
3
ETH 200
Ethics in the Modern World
3
MAT 231
Calculus I
4
Science Elective
3/4
17/18
Fourth Semester
BTC 201
Molecular Biology
4
MAT 232
Calculus II
4
SOC 101
Introduction to Sociology
3
Humanities Elective
3
Social Science Elective
3
17
Total Credits:
66/67
N.J. General Education Component for
Biotechnology (A.A.)
Communication:
ENG 101, ENG 102, ENG 202
Math/Science/Computer Technology:
MAT 231, MAT 232, BIO 101,
CHM 101
Social Science:
SOC 101, Social Science Elective
Humanities:
ETH 200, HIS 101, Humanities
Elective
History:
HIS 101 and HIS 102 or HIS 161
and HIS 162
Cultural/Global Awareness:
SOC 101
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2009-2010 Salem Community College Catalog