Environmental Science - AS (2207)
Division: Biology, Chemistry and Physics Division
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements (30 Credits) | ||
| Written & Oral Communication (6) | ||
| ENG 101 | College Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 102 | College Composition II | 3 |
| Quantitative/Scientific Knowledge, Skills & Reasoning (12) | ||
| MTH 101 | Statistics and Probability I | 4 |
| BIO 103 | General Biology I | 4 |
| BIO 104 | General Biology II | 4 |
| Society & Human Behavior (6) | ||
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| ANT 101, ANT 105, ECO 101, ECO 102, POL 104, PSY 101, PSY 102, PSY 219, SOC 101, SOC 108, SOC 219 | ||
| Humanistic Perspective (3) | ||
| Select any English Literature Course | 3 | |
| Historical Perspective (3) | ||
| Select any History (HST) Course | 3 | |
| Major Requirements (30 Credits) | ||
| BIO 210 | Scientific Research Methods | 2 |
| BIO 220 | Intro to Environmental Science | 4 |
| BIO 225 | Plant Science | 4 |
| or BIO 230 | Ecology and Evolution | |
| CHM 103 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHM 104 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| GEO 101 | Rocks, Minerals and Fossils | 4 |
| GEO 102 | Surface Proc.&Natural Disaster | 4 |
| MTH 118 | Precalculus | 4 |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
Notes:
- For an explanation of why General Education courses are included in this Program, please refer to the Section on General Education for an explanation of its Purpose and Requirements.
- This plan assumes the student is eligible to enroll in College Level Courses (designated as 100 +, e.g., ENG 101 College Composition I, HST 101 World Civilization I, MTH 100 Intro. to College Mathematics). Placement results will determine College Level Readiness in English and Mathematics.
Environmental Science
Curriculum Code: 2207
Will Earn Upon Program Completion: Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree
Why major in Environmental Science?
The Environmental Science Program provides opportunities for students interested in the environment and related fields. This major begins to prepare you for careers in environmental, remediation, petroleum and civil engineering fields as laboratory technicians, field analysts, and environmental technicians. With experience, you may find positions in additional areas such as research, production, and consumer service.
If I major in Environmental Science, can I transfer to an upper-division college or university?
The A. S. degree in Environmental Science prepares you for transfer to upper-division colleges and universities to pursue a
bachelor’s degree. ECC’s transfer/ articulation agreements with area four-year institutions provide smooth transfer for our A.S. graduates.
Are there any requirements I must satisfy before I start taking courses in my major?
Basic skills testing is required for all majors. Major courses begin once all developmental courses are completed. When at final levels of remediation in Mathematics and/or English, you can take either BIO 100 or CHM 100. While neither of these courses count toward graduation in this major, they introduce you to basic biology and chemistry that prepares you for this program.
How long will it take for me to complete this degree?
If you do not need developmental courses and an average of 16 credits per semester, the program can be completed in two years; which can be shortened by taking courses in summer session.
For further information on the program, contact the Division of Biology, Chemistry & Physics at (973) 877-3430 .
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Students will be able to describe the fundamental concepts of Geology and Environmental Science, including the origin, composition; and evolution of the Earth, and how the Earth system responds to internal and external forces, including the forces of humans;
- Students will be able to effectively communicate and critically evaluate scientific observations, analyses and ideas;
- Students will be able to scientifically collect, analyze, and interpret geologic, geoscience, and earth systems data.