Associate in Science

Biotechnology - Applied, A.S.

This plan of study was developed as a guideline for students who plan to transfer to an Alabama public four-year institution and pursue a degree in Applied 
Biotechnology. Students who plan to transfer to an out-of-state or private institution should consult that institution and plan their program of study in 
consultation with biotechnology faculty advisors and/or counselors. Some courses in this program are not available at all College locations. Upon completion of 
courses listed below, the transcript will reflect either an AA or AS degree without reference to the specific program of study. 


NOTES: 

  • Must complete a 6-semester hour sequence in Literature or History. 
  • In the Area V Electives, program options and institutions may require a specific course or courses. Check the Alabama Transfers Guide and Area V page of your intended transfer institution for additional guidance. Transfer credits may not exceed 50% of those required for the 4-year degree. 
  • ORI101 or 105: Course is not included in the Alabama Transfers Articulation Guide but is applicable toward the associate degree. 

Area I: Written Composition

ENG 101: Entrance is determined by ACCUPLACER® placement exam scores, ACT scores, SAT scores, high school GPA and 12th grade English scores, or GED subject score. 

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6

Area II: Humanities and Fine Arts

*A literature sequence must be completed on transfer to complete Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University (AAMU) Area II requirements.

**PHL106 or PHL206 and SPH106 or SPH107 must be taken on transfer to complete Auburn University's Area II requirements. 

***A second literature course in sequence will count as Humanities credit in the Area II requirements at Auburn University. 

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
12

Area III: Natural Sciences and Mathematics

MTH 113 or higher Entrance is determined by ACT scores, or SAT scores and the highest math course completed in high school.

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
11

Area IV: History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
12

Area V: Pre-Professional, Pre-Major, and Elective Courses

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
23-25
Total Credits
64-66