Under the title “biologists” are a number of specialized career areas that all relate to the study of life. Biologists spend their lives dedicated to learning more about how life and living things function and interact. Biologists conduct scientific tests on everything from microscopic organisms living 20 miles below the surface of the ocean, to entire eco-systems, to the complex functions of the human body.
 

The Biology program at Sheridan College and Gillette College is designed to give students a diverse background in the biological sciences.  The goal of the program is to provide students with knowledge in the biological sciences, chemistry, mathematics and general education electives and students are offered the choice of two Biology tracks:     

1. Biochemical & Molecular Biology.      
2. Wildlife & Conservation Biology.

Possible programs of study at Sheridan College and Gillette College under biology include genetics, zoology, pre-fish & wildlife management, natural resources management. Programs under biotechnology include microbiology, pre-forestry, wildlife biology, environmental biology.

Students interested in pursuing a career in a specific area such as Biotechnology, Fisheries Management, Forestry, Science Teaching, or Wildlife Management should follow the study plan required by the university to which they plan to transfer.
 

 Biology Program Outcomes:

•  Demonstrate Knowledge of fundamental concepts in the biological sciences.
•  Employ critical thinking to analyze experimental data and make logical inferences and conclusions.
•  Apply the scientific method in research to generate information on biologically relevant questions.
•  Illustrate scientific knowledge using a variety of presentation methods.
•  Practice safe and effective laboratory skills.

Required Course of Study for AS Degree