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Nov 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Academic Catalog
Biotechnology (A.S.)
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Program Advisor: Teresa Gaus-Bowling, 371-5442 (tagausbowling@actx.edu) or Angie Alvarez, 371-5444 (afalvarez@actx.edu)
Associate in Science
Major Code - BIOT.AS
actx.edu/biology
Biotechnology is technology based on biology that harnesses cellular and molecular processes to develop products that help improve the health of humans. It provides breakthrough tools to combat diseases, increase crop yields, and develop cleaner energy sources. Biotechnology careers happen at engaging and inspiring workplaces. Careers include food processing technology, enzymology, bio reactors, and many other lab related careers. AC’s Biotechnology degree is designed for studens who are interested in transferring to a university and earning a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree.
Program Requirements
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General Education Requirements (42 Semester Hours)
Language, Philosophy & Culture - 3 Hours
Students may take any Language, Philosophy & Culture course; SPAN 2311 is recommended.
Language, Philosophy & Culture
Mathematics - 3 hours
*Additional 1 hour will apply to Major Course Requirements
Life & Physical Sciences - 8 Hours
Major Course Requirements (9 Hours)
*Additional 1 hour from Mathematics
Major Course Options (10 Semester Hours)
Students will be advised based on the university to which they plan to transfer.
Total (60 Semester Hours)
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