A S - Associate of Science
Program Overview
Associate of Science
The Associate of Science (AS) degree is designed to help students develop an understanding of the mathematical, biological, and physical world through observation, critical analysis, and logical reasoning. This degree allows students to make early academic choices if they are planning to pursue careers in mathematics, science, engineering, medicine, or other related fields.
The AS degree includes coursework in mathematics, biology, chemistry, geology, astronomy, and physics. The program is structured to foster an appreciation of the natural laws that govern the Earth and the universe.
Students are strongly encouraged to review the specific program requirements of their intended transfer institution when planning their academic schedule to ensure a smooth transition and alignment with future degree goals.
General Education Requirements
Communications and Expressions
Written Communications (one course required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 100 | Composition-Enhanced | 5 Credits |
| ENG 101 | Composition I | 3 Credits |
Oral Communications (one course required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM 113 | Fund Speech Communication | 3 Credits |
| THTR 102 | Introduction to Stage Voice | 3 Credits |
| THTR 221 | Oral Interpretation | 3 Credits |
Evidence-Based Communications
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 102 | Composition II | 3 Credits |
Fine Arts (one course required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ART 100 | Visual Foundations | 3 Credits |
| ART 101 | Drawing I | 3 Credits |
| ART 107 | Design Fundmntls I (2-D) | 3 Credits |
| ENG 205 | Intro to Creative Writing | 3 Credits |
| MUS 101 | Music Fundamentals | 3 Credits |
| THTR 100 | Introduction to Theatre | 3 Credits |
| THTR 105 | Introduction to Acting I | 3 Credits |
| THTR 121 | Stage Makeup | 3 Credits |
| THTR 204 | Theatre Technology I | 3 Credits |
| WELD 200 | Metal Art | 3 Credits |
Logical and Scientific Reasoning
Math Reasoning (one course required): Choose from the courses listed below or any higher-level math course. Excludes MATH
389.
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 126 | Precalculus I | 3 Credits |
| MATH 126E | Precalculus I Expanded | 3 Credits |
| STAT 152 | Intro to Statistics | 3 Credits |
Scientific Reasoning (one course required): Choose courses listed below or Any AST, BIOL, CHEM, ENV, GEOL, PHYS
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ANTH 102 | Physical Anthropology | 3 Credits |
| GEOG 103 | Physical Geog Earth Environmnt | 3 Credits |
| NUTR 121 | Human Nutrition | 3 Credits |
Scientific Data Interpretation (one course required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 190 | Intro Cell/Molecular Biology | 4 Credits |
| CHEM 121 | General Chemistry I | 4 Credits |
| GEOL 101 | Exploring Planet Earth | 3-4 Credits |
| PHYS 151 | Gen Physics I | 4 Credits |
| PHYS 180 | Physics Scientist/Engr I | 4 Credits |
Human Societies and Experience
Structure of Societies (one course required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ANTH 101 | Intro Cultural Anthropology | 3 Credits |
| CRJ 104 | Intro to Admin of Justice | 3 Credits |
| CRJ 270 | Intro to Criminology | 3 Credits |
| ECON 102 | Prin of Microeconomics | 3 Credits |
| ECON 103 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 Credits |
| GEOG 106 | Intro to Cultural Geography | 3 Credits |
| HMS 200 | Ethics in Human Services | 3 Credits |
| PSY 101 | Gen Psychology | 3 Credits |
| PSY 208 | Psy of Human Relations | 3 Credits |
| SOC 101 | Prin of Sociology | 3 Credits |
American Constitutions and Institutions: HIST 101 and 102 or PSC 101
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HIST 101 | U.S. History to 1877 | 3 Credits |
| HIST 102 | U.S. History Since 1877 | 3 Credits |
| PSC 101 | Intro American Politics | 3 Credits |
Humanities (one course required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ART 160 | Art Appreciation | 3 Credits |
| ART 260 | Survey of Art History I | 3 Credits |
| ART 261 | Survey of Art History II | 3 Credits |
| ENG 203 | Intro to Literary Study | 3 Credits |
| ENG 223 | Themes of Literature | 3 Credits |
| FIS 100 | Introduction to Film | 3 Credits |
| FREN 111 | First Year French I | 3-4 Credits |
| FREN 112 | First Year French II | 3-4 Credits |
| HIST 208 | World History I | 3 Credits |
| HIST 209 | World History II | 3 Credits |
| HUM 101 | Intro to Humanities I | 3 Credits |
| HUM 111 | Gateway to the Humanities | 3 Credits |
| HUM 210 | Communicating Diversity | 3 Credits |
| MUS 121 | Music Appreciation | 3 Credits |
| MUS 125 | History of Rock Music | 3 Credits |
| PHIL 101 | Intro to Philosophy | 3 Credits |
| PHIL 102 | Critical Thinking | 3 Credits |
| PHIL 135 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 Credits |
| SPAN 111 | First Year Spanish I | 3 Credits |
| SPAN 112 | First Yr Spanish II | 3 Credits |
| SPAN 211 | Second Year Spanish I | 3 Credits |
Technological Proficiency (one course required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIT 129 | Intro to Programming | 3 Credits |
| CS 135 | Computer Science I | 3 Credits |
| EDU 214 | Prep Teachers to Use Tech | 3 Credits |
| ENGR 100 | Intro to Engineering Design | 3 Credits |
| GIS 109 | Intro Geogrphc Info Syst | 3 Credits |
| GRC 119 | Digital Media | 3 Credits |
| IS 101 | Intro Information Systems | 3 Credits |
Foundations
Mathematics (one course required): Choose from the courses listed below or any higher-level math course. Excludes MATH
389.
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 127 | Precalculus II | 3 Credits |
| STAT 152 | Intro to Statistics | 3 Credits |
Sciences (one course required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 190 | Intro Cell/Molecular Biology | 4 Credits |
| BIOL 191 | Intro Organismal Biology | 4 Credits |
| BIOL 223 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 Credits |
| BIOL 224 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 Credits |
| BIOL 251 | General Microbiology | 4 Credits |
| CHEM 121 | General Chemistry I | 4 Credits |
| CHEM 122 | General Chemistry II | 4 Credits |
| GEOL 101 | Exploring Planet Earth | 3-4 Credits |
| GEOL 102 | Earth/Life Through Time | 4 Credits |
| PHYS 151 | Gen Physics I | 4 Credits |
| PHYS 152 | Gen Physics II | 4 Credits |
| PHYS 180 | Physics Scientist/Engr I | 4 Credits |
| PHYS 181 | Physics Scientist/Engr II | 4 Credits |
| PHYS 182 | Physics Scientist/Engineer III | 4 Credits |
Electives: A minimum of 60 total credits is required.