Associate in Science with an Emphasis in Science (60 Hrs.)
The Science Department seeks to prepare students for a professional career by providing a science foundation consisting of a body of information and the ability to use this information to solve problems. Important concepts of this information include the theory and practice of modern laboratory procedures, professional ethics, safety, statistical data handling, and scientific report writing.
The Science Department also seeks to provide non-science majors with an understanding of science as it relates to modern society.
Students who transfer into the Department of Science are expected to take at least two 300- or 400-level courses in their science major.
Degree Requirements
General Education Requirements - 18 hours
Communication – 6 hrs.
And one of the following:
Humanities and Social Science – 6 hrs.
| | Social Science Elective (3) | 3 |
| | Humanities Elective (3) | 3 |
Mathematics and Science – 6 hrs.
| | Mathematics Elective (3) | 3 |
| | Science Elective (3) | 3 |
Content Requirements - 42 hours
Required
Electives – 20 hrs.
Elective hours determined in conjunction with advisor and based on student career objectives
Sciences Courses – 21 hrs.
Student must complete 21 total hours in science (AST, BIO, CH, FS, GLY, or PH)
| | Science Elective Courses | 21 |
Total Credit Hours: 60