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Biological Sciences: Biotechnology Option

Associate in Science Science, Engineering and Mathematics - Biology and Chemistry

This curriculum map contains the new General Education Requirements. Current students should log in to BHCC Self-Service to review their specific program requirements or contact Advising & LifeMap for more information. Prospective students should go to bhcc.edu/admissions and contact an admissions counselor.
Semester 1 Credits Milestone GenEd Note Pre-req Expand
ENG-111 College Writing I
3

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

This course meets the General Education requirement for Academic Discourse.

(Formerly Area 1)

Prerequisites: ENG-095 and RDG-095, ELL-103 or placement
MAT-197 Pre-Calculus
4

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisite: MAT-194 or placement
BIO-195 General Biology I/Lab
4

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisites: ENG-095 and RDG-095 or ELL-103 or ESL-098 and MAT-194 or placement
BIO-120 Introduction to Biotechnology
4

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Students in the Biotechnology option should take BIO-120 in their first semester. Students must also complete BIO120 before taking BIO261 in their third semester. 

Prerequisites: ENG-095 and RDG-095 or ELL-103 or ESL-098 and MAT-099 or placement.
Total Credits:
Semester 1 Advising Note:

If student is taking developmental math their first semester, they can supplement their schedule with General Education courses and College Writing I (ENG111). Taking developmental math the first semester will require a student to attend for an extra semester and/or attend a summer session to complete the program.

A student should consider taking one of their General Education courses during the summer session to lighten their academic load in semester two. 

General Education Quantitative Problem Solving and General Education Scientific Reasoning satisfied by Program.

This is a day program only. The only biotechnology course offered in the evening is BIO-120.

 
Semester 2 Credits Milestone GenEd Note Pre-req Expand
ENG-112 College Writing II
3

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

This course meets the General Education requirement for Research Writing.

(Formerly Area 1)

Prerequisite: ENG-111
GenEd-CCC Community & Cultural Contexts
3

This course meets the General Education requirement for Community & Cultural Contexts.

(Formerly Areas 2 and 3)

Choose one course from Community and Cultural Contexts Menu
GenEd-E General Education Elective
3

This course meets the General Education requirement for General Education Elective.

Choose a course from the General Education Scientific Reasoning, Community/Cultural Contexts, Creative Work or Elective Menus.
BIO-196 General Biology II/Lab
4

Prerequisite: BIO-195
BIO-207 Cell Biology/Lab
4

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisites: take MAT-197, BIO-195 and either BIO-196 or BIO-120
Total Credits:
Semester 2 Advising Note:
  • Three General Education menu courses must be completed during semesters 2 and 3, in no particular sequence.
  • Meet with an advisor to begin career planning activities.
  • Begin exploring transfer options: attend a transfer workshop and the College transfer fair.
Semester 3 Credits Milestone GenEd Note Pre-req Expand
GenEd-CW Creative Work
3

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work.

(Formerly Area 6)

Choose one course from Creative Work Menu
BIO-208 Genetics/Lab
4

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisite: BIO-196 and Pre/coreq BIO-207 or Chair approval
BIO-261 Advanced Laboratory Techniques in Biotechnology
3

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Students in the Biotechnology option must complete BIO-120 before taking BIO-261.

Prerequisites: BIO-195 and either BIO-120 or BIO-207.
CHM-201 General Chemistry I/Lab
4

Students must complete MAT197 with a C+ or better before taking CHM-201

Prerequisites: MAT-197 or higher-level math and pre or corequisite ENG-111
Total Credits:
Semester 3 Advising Note:
  • Students in the Biotechnology option must complete BIO-120 before taking BIO-261
  • Continue preparations for transfer: write essays for transfer institution, collect letters of recommendation, apply for transfer.
  • Complete a pre-graduation check with an advisor in LifeMap
Semester 4 Credits Milestone GenEd Note Pre-req Expand
BIO-262 Principles of Molecular Biotechnology
3

Milestone courses should be taken in the order shown.

Prerequisites: BIO-207 and Prerequisite or Co-requisite BIO-208 and BIO-261

 
Elective Option Elective
3-4

Elective Options:

  • BIO-205 Microbiology
  • ENV-211* Environmental Microbiology/Lab
  • CHM-121, Principles of Organic and Biochem/Lab
  • CHM-251 Organic Chemistry I
  • CHM-252  Organic Chemistry II
  • CIT-113, Information Tech Problem Solving 
  • MAT-181  Statistics
  • MAT-281 Calculus I
  • MAT-282  Calculus II
  • SCI-221 Interpretation of Scientific Research
  • SCI-150  Forensic Science & Lab 
  • HON-200  Honors Seminar
CHM-202 General Chemistry II/Lab
4

Prerequisite: CHM-201
Elective Option Elective
4

Elective Options:

  • BIO-205 Microbiology
  • ENV-211* Environmental Microbiology/Lab
  • CHM-121, Principles of Organic and Biochem/Lab
  • CHM-251 Organic Chemistry I
  • CHM-252  Organic Chemistry II
  • CIT-113, Information Tech Problem Solving 
  • MAT-181  Statistics
  • MAT-281 Calculus I
  • MAT-282  Calculus II
  • SCI-221 Interpretation of Scientific Research
  • SCI-150  Forensic Science & Lab 
  • HON-200  Honors Seminar
Total Credits:
Semester 4 Advising Note:
  • ENV-211 (Environmental Microbiology) was formally offered as BIO-211. ENV-211 cannot be taken if credits already earned for BIO-211.
  • Apply for graduation

 
Last Modified Date: April 28, 2022
Approved for the 2021-2023 College Catalog

Upon Completion of this Concentration Graduates will be able to:

  • Use currently accepted biological, chemical, and physical concepts to investigate problems and ideas presented in advanced biological study. 
  • Use biological concepts to evaluate their own science related concerns such as personal health or careers. 
  • Use laboratory technology, equipment and techniques to investigate scientific problems critically and safely using proper scientific methods. 
  • Use molecular and cellular laboratory techniques that are commonly used in Biotechnology.
  • Explain the major concepts of cell structure, function and cellular processes that are key to life. 
  • Explain current models, concepts and principles of genetics and inheritance. 
  • Explain and apply the underlying concepts of current topics and experimental models in molecular biology and Biotechnology. 
  • Use industry skills and work practices of the biotechnology industry for direct employment.

Career Outlook

Students completing this option qualify for entry level positions in a wide range of biotechnology disciplines in industry, police, government and academic labs. These positions require a biotechnology certificate, AS degree or BS degree with 0-2 years of experience. Such positions offer the possibility of merit bonus and promotion and are available locally as well as nationwide.