Biology: Biotechnology, AS

Q: PATHWAYS COMMON CORE: 33 CREDITS

A. REQUIRED CORE: 13 credits English: 6 credits ENG101 English Composition I – 3 credits (ENA101 depending on placement scores) ENG102 Writing through Literature – 3 credits Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning: 3 credits Select one of the following courses: MAT115 College Algebra and Trigonometry MAT117 Algebra and Trigonometry (depending on placement scores) Life & Physical Sciences: 4 credits SCB201 Fundamentals of Biology I (STEM) – 4 credits B. FLEXIBLE CORE: 20 credits Select one course from each of the five flexible core categories AND one additional course from any flexible core category. Note: Students can select only two courses from any one discipline. World Cultures and Global Issues US Experience in its Diversity Creative Expression Individual and Society Scientific World Students are required to select one Urban Study course to complete college requirements. Students are advised to take SCC201/SCC202 as the scientific world flexible core and the additional flexible core as the courses are prerequisites for SCC251 and SCB257. Note: The scientific world and additional flexible core courses are 4 credits each. To complete the 20 credits degree requirements from the Flexible Core, students are advised to select courses from the recommended course selections listed in the program handbook.

Department: Natural Sciences

Room: M-Building, M-204

Phone: (718) 482-5940

naturalsci@lagcc.cuny.edu

About

The Biotechnology option focuses on data analysis, computer science, and the practical applications of biological sciences. Students will learn to use information technology and computer science skills to analyze biomedical data and to collect and present information with a wide variety of applications. Students will be exposed to Biomedical engineering, which develops tools and products that improve healthcare.

Degree Requirements

PATHWAYS COMMON CORE: 33 CREDITS

A. REQUIRED CORE: 13 credits

English: 6 credits
- - ENG101 English Composition I – 3 credits
  - (ENA101 depending on placement scores)
  - ENG102 Writing through Literature – 3 credits
Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning: 3 credits
Select one of the following courses:
- MAT115 College Algebra and Trigonometry
- MAT117 Algebra and Trigonometry (depending on placement scores)
Life & Physical Sciences: 4 credits
- SCB201 Fundamentals of Biology I (STEM) – 4 credits

B. FLEXIBLE CORE: 20 credits

Select one course from each of the five flexible core categories AND one additional course from any flexible core category. Note: Students can select only two courses from any one discipline.

World Cultures and Global Issues
US Experience in its Diversity
Creative Expression
Individual and Society
Scientific World
Students are required to select one Urban Study course to complete college requirements.

Students are advised to take SCC201/SCC202 as the scientific world flexible core and the additional flexible core as the courses are prerequisites for SCC251 and SCB257. Note: The scientific world and additional flexible core courses are 4 credits each. To complete the 20 credits degree requirements from the Flexible Core, students are advised to select courses from the recommended course selections listed in the program handbook.

PROGRAM CORE: 27 CREDITS

Courses	Credits
NSF101 First Year Seminar for Natural Sciences	2
Science: 9 Credits
SCB202 General Biology II	4
SCC251 Organic Chemistry I	5
Math: 4 Credits
MAT200 Pre-Calculus	4
Biotechnology: 10 Credits
SCB207 Genomics and Bioinformatics	3
SCB257 Genetics [capstone]	4
Select one of the following courses: 3 Credits
SCI204 Research in Natural Sciences
SCB252 Fundamentals of Biotechniques
Unrestricted Elective: 2 Credits

Degree Map

Semester 1 Courses	Semester 1 To-Do Items
NSF101 First Year Seminar for Natural Sciences ENG101 English Composition I (or ENA101) (Required Core) MAT115/117 Algebra and Trigonometry (Required Core) SCB201 General Biology I (Required Core/pre-req for SCB202) SCB202 General Biology II (Take in Session II)	In FYS, start a transfer and career plan Attend transfer and career fairs or related events Join a STEM Club Attend information sessions on undergraduate research opportunities

Semester 2 Courses	Semester 2 To-Do Items
ENG102 English Composition II (Required Core) SCC201 General Chemistry I (Required for Flexible Core/pre-req for SCC202) MAT200 Precalculus Flexible Core Course SCC202 General Chemistry II (Required for Flexible Core/pre-req or SCC251) (Take in Session II)	Work on resume, cover letter & LinkedIn profile Research transfer and scholarships Apply for research programs such as CUNY Research Scholars (CRSP), NIH Bridges to BA, & more Attend Biotechnology Career Fair

Semester 3 Courses	Semester 3 To-Do Items
SCB207 Genomics & Bioinformatics SCC251 Organic Chemistry I Flexible Core Course Flexible Core Course	Apply for/start an internship. Consider CUNY Career Launch, Spring Forward, or LaGuardia’s SOAR or Elmezzi programs Finalize transfer plans & apply

Semester 4 Courses	Semester 4 To-Do Items
SCB257 Genetics (Capstone) (Spring only) *If you need to take SCB257 in the Fall to graduate, contact the Program Director at naturalsci@lagcc.cuny.edu SCI204 Research in Natural Science or SCB252 Fundamentals of Biotechniques Flexible Core Course Unrestricted Elective – 2 credits	Update resume, cover letter & LinkedIn profile Present your research at an undergraduate research conference Seek research mentors at your transfer school (browse faculty profiles to learn more about their interests) and develop a plan to continue science research at your transfer school

Register for Intent to Graduate (GRD-OOO) in your final semester.
All students must take an Urban Study course to graduate.

Notes:

your program has specific requirements listed below for Pathways Flexible Core:

Scientific World: SCC201 General Chemistry I required
Additional (Scientific World): SCC202 General Chemistry II required

See the full curriculum here.

Career Possibilities

With an Associate’s degree in Biotechnology, students could work as biotechnology laboratory technicians or sales in biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, or research assistants in research institutions or clinical labs.

Laboratory Technologist
Biological Technician
Agricultural and Food Science Technician
Research Assistant/Technician
Forensic Science Technician
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Biological Engineer
Pharmaceutical Researcher
Zoologist
Toxicologist
Marine Biologist
Food Scientist
Biomedical Research Scientist
Clinical health: Physician/ Physician’s Assistant/ Nurse/ Physical Therapist/ Pharmacist/ Dentist/ Veterinarian
College Professor

Transfer Possibilities

City College – BS in Biotechnology
BS in Biology
BS in Biochemistry
BS in Biotechnology
BS in Genetics

Are You Interested In...

Are you interested in technology?
Are you interested in interdisciplinary studies including biology, physics, chemistry, math, and computer science?

Skills You Will Learn

Foundational knowledge of biology and chemistry
Information technology and computer science skills related to biological information
Hands-on use of modern biology lab equipment and an understanding of the science behind them
Basic lab protocols and best practices
Research and presenting scientific knowledge and data

What makes this major unique?

The general Biology major focuses on the study of living organisms at the chemical, molecular and cellular levels, as well as the anatomy and physiology of living organisms. The Biotechnology major is distinct in that students also take courses in bioinformatics and genetics.

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