Associates of Science in Biology
This degree is no longer offered.
The Division of Natural Science and Mathematics provides an Associate of Science degree with four areas of concentration: 1) biology, 2) chemistry, 3) mathematics or 4) earth sciences. This degree permits you to concentrate in one of four areas of science or mathematics that corresponds closely with baccalaureate degrees and reduces the potential loss of credit when transferring. At the same time, it provides a manageable and realistic academic goal if you want to pursue college-level studies, but do not wish to enroll in a baccalaureate program. Since mathematics is an important tool for many courses it is recommended that you complete the math requirement as early as possible.
General Graduation Requirements
- Completed institutional program requirements
- Completed 12 credit hours at IU East
- Completed 7 credit hours in science and mathematics at IU East
- Completed 64 credit hours including the following courses.
Core Requirements
General Education Requirements (9-12 cr)
- W131 Elementary Composition I (3 cr)
- Any second level writing course (3 cr)
- S121 Public Speaking (3 cr)
- Computer literacy (0-3 cr)* (credit and non-credit options are available)
- Mathematics (3 cr)
* See NSM Computer Policy.
Distribution Requirements (18 cr)
- Behavioral and social sciences (6 cr)
- Humanities and fine arts (6 cr)
- Natural sciences and mathematics (6 cr)**
** Must be in an area other than the concentration.
** Mathematics concentration must include one course with laboratory.
Math Requirement (3 cr)
- College-Level Math (M110, M117 and T courses excluded)
Concentration Requirements (19 cr)
- L107 Biological Concepts (5 cr)
- B301 Introduction to Plant Kingdom (4 cr)
- Z301 Introduction to Animal Kingdom (4 cr)
- Additional six credit hours in biology from 200 level or above chosen from those appropriate for majors.
Electives
Additional courses to total 64 credits if needed after completing all other requirements.
