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Degrees & Certificates:
Associate of Science (AS) Degree Choices
Within the framework of the AS requirements, each degree choice below requires specific courses for
completion.
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Associate of Science (AS), Biology
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate competence in standard laboratory techniques and use of
technology and equipment.
- Research and communicate (visually, orally and in writing) credible scientific information from a variety of sources.
- Explain (classify, correlate and predict cause and effect) the core concepts of biology and chemistry: evolution, genetics, systematics, quantum mechanics, etc.
- Collect, analyze and interpret data using the scientific method.
- Differentiate between science and pseudoscience.
- Calculate, analyze, solve, interpret and graph quantitative data.
- Relate science to personal, social and global impact and its interconnectedness.
AS, Biology Requirements (See current
planning sheet.)
In addition to the five-credit Communications and 15-credit Distribution requirements listed
in the AS requirements, the AS, Biology degree requires:
Quantitative Skills Requirement: 15 credits
- MATH& 151 Calculus I
- MATH& 152 Calculus II
- MATH& 153 Calculus III, or
- MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics
Pre-Major Program: 45 credits
- BIOL& 211 Majors Cellular
- BIOL& 212 Majors Animal
- BIOL& 213 Majors Plant
- CHEM& 161-163 General Chemistry with Lab I, II, III
- CHEM& 261-263 Organic Chemistry with Lab I, II, III
Remaining Credit Requirement: 10 credits
Complete the following, selected with adviser approval:
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Associate of Science (AS), Chemistry
Learning Outcomes
- Understand, make calculations regarding and explain the properties of materials.
- Analyze samples and predict, measure and characterize the products of chemical reactions.
- Design and carry out schemes for multistep synthesis of organic compounds.
- Safely and effectively use laboratory equipment, chemicals and instruments to perform literature and experimental research, interpret data and prepare clear reports of results.
- Use computer applications to help solve problems and communicate reports.
- Work and study individually and as a member of a group, including respecting others and sharing labor to achieve objectives.
- Effectively communicate chemical knowledge both in writing and verbal presentations.
- Apply the understanding of science and chemistry to gain insight into sociopolitical issues such as energy, material resources and environmental quality and to assess and discuss public statements and policies relating to them.
AS, Chemistry Requirements
(See current
planning sheet.)
In addition to the five-credit Communications and 15-credit Distribution requirements listed
in the AS requirements, the AS, Chemistry degree requires:
Quantitative Skills Requirement: 15
credits
- MATH& 151 Calculus I
- MATH& 152 Calculus II
- MATH& 153 Calculus III
Pre-Major Program: 45 credits
- CHEM& 161-163 General Chemistry with Lab I, II, III
- CHEM& 261-263 Organic Chemistry with Lab I, II, III
- PHYS 201 Mechanics
- PHYS 202 Electricity and Magnetism
- PHYS 203 Waves and Modern Topics
Remaining Credit Requirement: 10
credits
Complete the following, selected with adviser approval:
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Associate of Science (AS), Computer Science
Learning Outcomes
- Communicate effectively, both in speech and writing, within the technical field.
- Manage a project from start to finish, both individually and in teams.
- Analyze and deconstruct a problem to identify potential solutions.
- Use technology (such as search engines, blogs, discussions boards, computer programs or various network/Internet resources) to identify resources to help solve a problem.
- Think critically and utilize qualitative and quantitative reasoning skills to design and implement an effective problem solution.
- Perform complex computations using quantitative and scientific algorithms and methods.
- Apply algorithmic and symbolic thinking to the problem-solving process.
AS, Computer Science Requirements (See current planning sheet)
In addition to the five-credit Communications and 15-credit Distribution requirements listed
in the AS requirements, the AS, Computer Science degree requires:
Quantitative Skills Requirement: 15
credits
Complete the following:
- MATH& 151 Calculus I
- MATH& 152 Calculus II
- MATH& 153 Calculus III
Pre-Major Program: 40 credits
Complete the following:
- C SCI 142 Object-Oriented Programming I with Java
- C SCI 143 Object-Oriented Programming II
- C SCI 151 Exploring Computer Science with C++
- C SCI 152 Data Structures with C++ and .NET
- CHEM& 161 General Chemistry with Lab I *
- PHYS 201 Mechanics
- PHYS 202 Electricity and Magnetism
- PHYS 203 Waves and Modern Topics
*Or other five-credit science course selected in consultation with faculty adviser.
Remaining Credit Requirement: 15
credits
Complete the following, with faculty adviser pre-approval:
Fifteen additional credits of college-level courses. Typical choices appear below. Particular course requirements depend on institution and major. Not all classes listed transfer to all schools and programs.
- C SCI 242 Object-Oriented Programming III with Java
- C SCI 252 Advanced Data Structures with C++
- C SCI 255 Advanced Programming with C++
- MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics
- MATH& 254 Calculus IV
- MATH 230 Differential Equations
- ENGL 205 Research and Persuasive Writing
- ENGL& 235 Technical Writing
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Associate of Science (AS), General Engineering
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
- Understand the engineering design process with constraints; function on multidisciplinary teams: formulate and solve engineering problems; demonstrate professional and ethical responsibility; and communicate effectively.
- Apply engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental and societal context.
- Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary engineering issues.
- Demonstrate the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
AS, General Engineering Requirements (See current
planning sheet.)
In addition to the five-credit Communications and 15-credit Distribution requirements listed
in the AS requirements, the AS, General Engineering degree requires:
Quantitative Skills Requirement: 15 credits
Complete the following:
- MATH& 151 Calculus I
- MATH& 152 Calculus II
- MATH& 153 Calculus III
Pre-Major Program: 20 credits
Complete the following:
- CHEM& 161 General Chemistry with Lab I
- PHYS 201 Mechanics
- PHYS 202 Electricity/Magnetism
- PHYS 203 Waves and Modern Topics
Remaining Credit Requirement: 36 credits
Complete the following, with faculty adviser pre-approval:
Thirty-six additional credits of college-level courses. Typical choices appear below. Particular course requirements depend on institution and major. Not all classes listed transfer to all schools and programs. All students should take ENGR 100 as early as possible during their first year.
- BIOL& 211 Majors Cellular
- BIOL& 212 Major Animal
- CHEM& 162 General Chemistry with Lab II
- CHEM& 163 General Chemistry with Lab III
- CHEM& 261 Organic Chemistry with Lab I
- CHEM& 262 Organic Chemistry with Lab II
- C SCI 142 Object-Oriented Programming I with Java
- C SCI 143 Object-Oriented Programming II with Java
- C SCI 151 Exploring Computer Science with C++
- C SCI 152 Data Structures with C++ and .NET
- ENGR 100 Orientation to Engineering Careers
- ENGR& 114 Engineering Graphics
- DRAFT 124 SolidWorks
- DRAFT 126 Computer-Aided Drafting - Auto CAD I
- ENGR& 214 Statics
- ENGR& 204 Electrical Circuits
- ENGR& 225 Mechanics of Materials
- ENGR& 215 Dynamics
- ENGR& 224 Thermodynamics
- MATH 220 Linear Algebra
- MATH& 254 Calculus IV
- MATH 230 Differential Equations
- ENGL& 235 Technical Writing
The AS, General Engineering, degree provides an appropriate preparation for students who have not selected an engineering specialty. Additional, more specific degree programs may be designed
- with adviser assistance - to prepare students to meet pre-major requirements in Bio-Engineering/ Chemical Engineering, Computer and Electrical Engineering and Mechanical, Civil, Aeronautical, Industrial and Material Science sub-specialties.
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Associate of Science (AS), Physics
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the physics of motion, Newton<0x2019>s laws, conservation of energy and momentum, electricity and magnetism, basic thermodynamics, waves and oscillations.
- Apply algorithmic and symbolic thinking to the problem-solving process.
- Use order of magnitude calculations to understand the scale of phenomena.
- Compare and contrast observations of physical phenomena with expected, theoretical and/or modeled behavior.
- Prepare, logical, well-reasoned, clear and concise lab reports.
- Apply classroom knowledge to private and public discussions of science issues.
- Understand, interpret and assess the value of publicly presented science issues.
AS, Physics Requirements (See current
planning sheet.)
In addition to the five-credit Communications and 15-credit Distribution requirements listed
in the AS requirements, the AS, Physics, degree requires:
Quantitative Skills Requirement: 15
credits
Complete the following:
- MATH& 151 Calculus I
- MATH& 152 Calculus II
- MATH& 153 Calculus III
Pre-Major Program: 30 credits
Complete the following:
- CHEM& 161 General Chemistry with Lab I
- CHEM& 162 General Chemistry with Lab II
- C SCI 142 Object-Oriented Programming I with Java
- PHYS 201 Mechanics
- PHYS 202 Electricity and Magnetism
- PHYS 203 Waves and Modern Topics
Remaining Credit Requirement: 25 credits
Plus the following, selected with adviser approval:
- Twenty-five (25) additional credits.
MATH 220, Linear Algebra; MATH& 254, Calculus IV; and MATH 230, Differential Equations are recommended.
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