# Biology UC Pathway (Certificate of Achievement (CA))

Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Biological Sciences

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#### Overview

The Biology UC Pathway Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into a biology major at a University of California campus. The certificate also provides entry-level opportunities for laboratory technicians in industry and the academic environment. The coursework provides foundational knowledge and hands-on experiences across all levels of biology, from the molecular to the ecological.

#### Program Learning Outcome(s)

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

1.  Able to be proficient in standard biology lab techniques and lab safety procedures.
2.  Design, conduct, analyze, and/or report results of investigations and experiments in the laboratory and/or field.
3.  Explain and apply basic principles and processes of biology at different levels, from the biochemical to the ecological.

##### **Biology UC Pathway (CA): Program Requirements**

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Core: (40 units)** | |  |
| BIO 1C | Cell and Molecular Biology | 5 |
| BIO 1R | Organismal Biology | 5 |
| CHEM 1A | General College Chemistry I | 5 |
| CHEM 1B | General College Chemistry II | 5 |
| CHEM 12A | Organic Chemistry I | 5 |
| CHEM 12B | Organic Chemistry II | 5 |
| MATH 1 | Calculus I | 5 |
| MATH 2 | Calculus II | 5 |
| **Total** | | **40** |