LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES / MATH & SCIENCE A.S.
CONCENTRATIONS IN THE DISCIPLINE
Within the Liberal Arts Mathematics and Science degree program, concentrations are available in Biology, Chemistry, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Geology to emphasize experience in a particular field for career preparation or transfer. The information below lists the courses required to fulfill specific concentrations. These concentrations are not majors, nor are they required to complete the Liberal Arts AS degree. The courses required for these concentrations will meet some Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Liberal Arts, or General Education electives that must be completed to earn a degree in Liberal Arts: Mathematics and Science.
BIOLOGY
Designed for students who wish to study Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Pre-Medicine, or other health profession areas.
| COURSES | CREDIT HOURS | |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED COURSES–YEAR 1 | ||
| BIOL 103 AND BIOL 104 OR BIOL 226 |
Biological Principles I AND Biological Principles II |
8 |
| OR | ||
| BIOL 225-226 | Botany and Zoology | 8 |
| CHEM 103-104 | General Chemistry I–II | 8 |
| REQUIRED COGNATE AND BIOLOGY COURSES-YEARS 1 OR 2 Sequence courses do not have to be taken as a sequence for one of them to count in the concentration. Choose 4 courses from following: |
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| BIOL 203 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| BIOL 204 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| BIOL 211 | Genetics | 4 |
| BIOL 214 | Cell Biology | 4 |
| BIOL 216 | General Microbiology | 4 |
| BIOL 223 | General Ecology | 4 |
| BIOL 227 | Animal Behavior | 4 |
| CHEM 207 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 208 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 |
| PHYS 103 | General Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS 104 | General Physics II | 4 |
| MATH 108 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 201 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 214 | Statistics | 3 |
| OPTIONAL RECOMMENDED COURSES | ||
| BIOL 207 | Human Genetics | 3 |
| BIOL 209 | Basic Nutrition | 3 |
| BIOL 208 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3 |
| BIOL 218 | Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism | 3 |
| BIOL 219 | Introduction to Cancer Biology | 3 |
CHEMISTRY
Designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year program and continue their studies in Chemistry or related areas such as Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Pre-Medicine, or Medical Technology programs.
| COURSES | CREDIT HOURS | |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED COURSES | ||
| CHEM 103-104 | General Chemistry I-II | 8 |
| CHEM 207-208 | Organic Chemistry I-II | 8 |
| MATH 108, 201 | Calculus I-II | 8 |
| RECOMMENDED COURSES | ||
| PHYS 103-104 | General Physics I-II | 8 |
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year program and continue their studies in Geographic Information Systems or related areas such as Resources Management, Geography, Urban Planning, or Environmental Science. It is strongly recommended that students consult with their chosen school as early as possible to determine the appropriate course selection for optimum transferability.
| COURSES | CREDIT HOURS | |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED COURSES | ||
| CHEM 103-104 | General Chemistry I-II | 8 |
| GEOG 101 | World Geography | 3 |
| BIOL 208 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3 |
| GIS 111 | Introduction to GIS | 3 |
| GIS 121 | Remote Sensing | 3 |
| GIS 122 | Spatial Modeling with Raster GIS | 3 |
| SELECT TWO OF THE FOLLOWING BIOLOGY COURSES | ||
| BIOL 103 | General Biology I | 4 |
| BIOL 104 | General Biology II | 4 |
| BIOL 225 | Botany | 4 |
| BIOL 226 | Zoology | 4 |
| RECOMMENDED COURSES | ||
| BIOL 103-226 | Biological Principles I-II, Botany, Zoology | 8 |
| GEOL 110 | Physical Geology | 4 |
| MATH 108 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 214 | Statistics | 3 |
GEOLOGY
Designed for students who plan to transfer and continue their studies in Geology or related areas such as Agronomy, Cartography, Land Use Management, Teaching, or Environmental Sciences and Engineering.
| COURSES | CREDIT HOURS | |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED COURSES | ||
| GEOL 101 | Earth Science * | 3 |
| GEOL 110 | Physical Geology | 4 |
| GEOL 111 | Historical Geology | 4 |
| CHEM 103-104 | General Chemistry I-II | 8 |
| MATH 108 | Calculus I | 4 |
| * GEOL 101 is a prerequisite for students who have not taken high school earth science, and is strongly recommended for any student planning to enter the teaching profession. | ||
| RECOMMENDED COURSES | ||
| BIOL 225-226 OR BIOL 103-104 |
Botany and Zoology OR Biological Principles I-II |
8 |
| PHYS 103-104 | General Physics | 8 |
| MATH 214 | Statistics | 3 |
A prior felony conviction may hinder a student’s ability to enroll in a course or complete the requirements of certain academic programs and/or meet the criteria for licensure required by certain professions.