Biology UC Pathway

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