Program Info
Effective Term
Fall 2018
Year Established
2017
Program Code
SCIENCE.AS
Degree Type
Associate in Science
Program Description
Description
Allows individuals to explore a wide range of science and math courses before transferring to a four-year academic institution to complete a bachelor's degree.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate a knowledge base in general science.
- Demonstrate an understanding of how scientific knowledge is constructed, and how this process relies on evidence rather than opinions or beliefs.
- Design and carry out a scientific investigation using appropriate experimental design and methodology.
- Analyze and interpret information from various sources, including experimental data and scientific literature.
- Convey scientific explanations using proper written and/or verbal English.
Career Opportunities
The nature of this program is to serve as a transfer degree into a 4-year or longer degree at another college or university.
General Education
See General Education Requirements for details.
Category 3: Mathematics
Complete any one from the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) list.
Category 4: Social Sciences
Complete any two, from different disciplines.
Category 5: Humanities and Fine Arts
Complete any two, from different disciplines.
Credit Hours
16.00
Program Requirements
Required Core Courses
Course name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
Natural Science: Complete 24 natural science credits, including at least one class with laboratory experience, from at least two different disciplines. See Degree Specific Graduation Requirements for details. |
24.00 |
Credit Hours: 24
Required Support Courses
Course name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
English Composition: Complete one: |
3.00 |
English Composition or Communication: Complete one |
3.00 |
Credit Hours: 6
Elective Hours
11.00
Minimum Total Credit Hours
60.00