Associate in Science in Human Biology
Total Required Units: 24
Completion of General Education Requirements and electives as needed to reach 60 units
Total minimum required units for AS-T: 60.0
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- Please see the Biological Sciences Department for more information about the program.
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Prepare for a Career in Nursing or Health Occupations
The Human Biology Associate in Science degree provides a solid foundation in the biological sciences for students who are seeking entry to nursing and related health occupations.
Completion of this degree meets all Biology and Chemistry prerequisites for admission to the LVN and LVN-RN programs, and fulfills many of the lower-division requirements for a variety of baccalaureate degrees in Health Sciences. This degree is not intended for pre-medical, pre-dental, or pre-pharmacy students (see A.S. or AS-T in Biological Sciences instead).
Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will describe the gross and microscopic structure of the major organs of the human body.
- Students will describe homeostatic control mechanisms of the different body systems, and how they relate to the maintenance of good health.
- Students will compare and contrast commensal, opportunistic, and pathological relationships between humans and microorganisms.
Meet the Following Requirements
- Completion of 60 degree applicable units with an overall GPA of 2.0.
- Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units in the major with a grade of C (or P) or better.
- Completion of the AS Graduation Requirements, CSU GE-B or IGETC.
Please Note
- Requirements here apply to the current catalog year and are subject to change. Visit DegreeWorks in My Mission Portal to view requirements based your catalog year.
- Not all classes are offered each semester.
Required Core Curriculum Courses (15 units)
BIO 048H can be taken in lieu of BIO 048
Select a Minimum of 9.0 Units from the Following
| Code | Class | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ANT 001 | Biological Anthropology (3.0 Lecture) | 3.0 |
| BIO 011 | Human Biology (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) | 4.0 |
| BIO 012 | Emerging Infectious Diseases (3.0 Lecture) | 3.0 |
| BIO 014 | Introductory Neuroscience (3.0 Lecture) | 3.0 |
| BIO 014H | Introductory Neuroscience - Honors (3.0 Lecture) | 3.0 |
| BIO 017 | Genetics and Society (3.0 Lecture) | 3.0 |
| BIO 017H | Genetics and Society - Honors (3.0 Lecture) | 3.0 |
| BIO 022 | Anatomy & Physiology for Allied Health Workers (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) | 4.0 |
| CHM 001A | General Chemistry (3.0 Lecture/2.0 Lab) | 5.0 |
| CHM 001AH | General Chemistry I - Honors (3.0 Lecture/2.0 Lab) | 5.0 |
| CHM 030A | Fundamentals of Chemistry (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) | 4.0 |
| CHM 060 | Survey of General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) | 4.0 |
| HOC 001 | Medical Terminology (3.0 Lecture) | 3.0 |
| NTR 015 | Human Nutrition (3.0 Lecture) | 3.0 |
| NTR 040 | Nutrition and Disease (3.0 Lecture) | 3.0 |
Biological Sciences Careers
Skills Needed
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to detail
- Organization and planning
- Effective Communication skills
- Strong computer skills
- Expertise with scientific tools and lab instruments
Explore Career Paths
If you don't know what to major in, or you already have a major but don't know how it translates into a career, start here. At Mission we can help you research your major and career options so you can make informed decisions. Read more about Career paths.
Biological Sciences Major Career Options
- Registered Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Natural sciences teacher
- Wildlife Biologist
- Marine Biologist
- Pharmacist
- Physician
- Veterinarian
- Microbiologist
Please note that most jobs for students in the Biological Sciences require more than two years of college education. If you attend Mission College, the Transfer Center can assist you in seamlessly transitioning to a four-year college or university.