Biotechnology

Associate in Science (A.S.)

Sample Schedule

The schedule below shows how the requirements for this degree may be met in four semesters. For some students, fulfilling degree requirements may take more than four semesters to complete. When planning your schedule, you should consult with your advisor.

First Semester (17 Credit Hours)

  • FYS 130 First Year Seminar in Science (3)
  • ENG 101 Composition I (3)
  • BIO 121 General Biology I (4)
  • CHM 121 General Chemistry I (4)
  • MAT 152 Pre-Calculus (Survey of Functions II) (3)

Second Semester (16 Credit Hours)

  • ENG 113 Technical Ethics (3)
  • CSC 135 Core Excel (1)
  • BIO 122 General Biology II (4)
  • BIO 240 Principles of Genetics (3)
  • BIO 241 Laboratory in Genetics (1)
  • CHM 122 General Chemistry II (4)

Third Semester (16 Credit Hours)

  • BIO 222 Introduction to Cell Biology (3)
  • BIO 230 Microbiology (4)
  • BIO 283 Electrophoresis (1)
  • BIO 287 Introduction to Biomanufacturing I (1)
  • SUNY General Education approved course in US History and Civic Engagement OR World History and Global Awareness (3)
  • MAT 271 Calculus I (4)

Fourth Semester (15 Credit Hours)

  • COM 110 Public Speaking (3)
  • BIO 286 Cell and Tissue Culture (1)
  • BIO 288 Introduction to Biomanufacturing II (1)
  • BIO 291 Research Methods in Biology (3)
  • SUNY General Education approved course in Social Science AND Diversity: Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice (3)
  • Health/Physical Education (HPE) Elective (1)
  • General Elective (3)

Schedule Updated: May 31, 2023