Biology

Prerequisites for specific courses are noted in the IVCC Catalog.

WHAT FOLLOWS IS A SAMPLE CURRICULUM FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS pursuing either an Associate in Arts Degree or Associate in Science Degree (guide sheets in Counseling Center).  Program requirements vary from university to university.  Consult a Counselor to choose your courses.

First YearUnits
FallSpring
BIO 1003 Principles of Biology4.00  
CHM 1006 General Chemistry I5.00  
ENG 1001 English Composition I3.00  
Mathematics4.00  
BIO 1004 Biological Diversity  4.00
CHM 1007 General Chemistry II  5.00
ENG 1002 English Composition II  3.00
Fine Arts Group II  3.00
Health and Wellness  2.00
Year Total: 16 17
 
Second YearUnits
FallSpring
CHM 2002 Organic Chemistry5.00  
SPH 1001 Fundamentals of Speech3.00  
Humanities Group I3.00  
Social Science3.00  
Social Science3.00  
CHM 2003 Organic Chemistry II  5.00
Humanities/Fine Arts Group I, II, or III  3.00
Major Course - Select a Univ. requirement  3.00
Social Science  3.00
Year Total: 17 14
 
Total Units in Sequence:  64

MINIMUM IVCC GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum 64 Semester Hours with 2.0 GPA
  • Gen Ed Requirements for AA or AS degree
  • "C" or better in ENG 1001, ENG 1002, and SPH 1001
  • Global Appreciation Requirement (2 courses)
  • Application for Graduation

ADDITIONAL MAJOR/ELECTIVE COURSES TO CONSIDER:
ECN 2004
PHY 2003, 2004
MTH 1006, 1007, 1008, 2001

For Science Gen Ed requirements 1 course must be completed in Life Science and 1 course in Physical Science.

There may be additional requirements in the sample curriculum above. Consult with a Counselor to develop your individual plan of study.

3/22/12