Associate of Science in Biology
PROGRAM MISSION
The AS in Biology program will have adequate preparation for students to continue their education in Biological Sciences or pursue a job in a related field.
PROGRAM GOALS
AS Biology
1. Students will take the basic science prerequisites for biology technician work, or for further academic programs in biology or related areas.
2. Students will understand and be able to integrate important relationships between their traditional Diné knowledge and the western science knowledge.
3. Students will understand relationships between the core fundamental sciences and their professional career work and goals in the biological sciences.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
PSLO#1—Students will be able to recognize and describe the relationships among structure, function, and processes at all biological levels.
PSLO#2—Students will be able to solve problems, apply appropriate scientific methodologies, and quantitatively interpret results through oral and written communication.
PSLO#3—Student will apply foundational content knowledge in the biological sciences to evaluate phenomena that occur in the natural world.
PSLO#4—Students will use and integrate biological themes into the Dine Way of Life; articulating their relationship and importance.
PSLO#5—Students will demonstrate ethical integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to learning.
2025 – 2026 Checklist
Associate of Science Degree
Biology (63–65 credits)
| General Education Requirements | Credits | Program Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communications ENG 101 College Composition I ENG 102 College Composition II | 6 | BIO 182 General Biology II | 4 |
| Humanities / Fine Arts Two courses, different prefixes | 6 | CHM 152 General Chemistry II or CHM 230 Fund Organic Chemistry | 4 |
| Mathematics MTH 110 or MTH 114 | 4 | MTH 190 + (MTH 213 or MTH 191) | 8 |
| Navajo Studies NAV + NIS 111 + NIS 221 | 9–10 | Biology Electives Any BIO 200+ | 8 |
| Laboratory Science BIO 181 + CHM 130 or 151 | 8–9 | Program Credits Total | 24 |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences HST + one additional course | 6 | Gen Ed Credits Total | 39–40 |
IMPORTANT: Students must complete BIO 181 and CHM 130 or CHM 151 to fulfill the General Education Science Core.
Note: Must pass all courses with a grade of “C” or higher.
DEAN'S OFFICE
Acting Dean, School of STEM
Tuba City Campus
Phone: (928) 283-5113 ext. 07520
Research Labs: 7538, 7539
Email: stabassum@dinecollege.edu
Administrative Assistant
Tsaile Campus
Phone: 928-724-6731
Email: syazzie@dinecollege.edu