General Science - AS (0603)
Division: Biology, Chemistry and Physics Division
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements (33 Credits) | ||
| Written & Oral Communication (6) | ||
| ENG 101 | College Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 102 | College Composition II | 3 |
| Quantitative/Scientific Knowledge, Skills & Reasoning (12) | ||
| Select either one Science sequence & one MTH course or two MTH courses & one Science course: | 12 | |
| BIO 101- BIO 102, BIO 103- BIO 104, BIO 116, BIO 121- BIO 122, BIO 211, BIO 220, BIO 237, | ||
| CHM 101- CHM 102, CHM 103- CHM 104 , GEO 101- GEO 102, | ||
| PHY 101- PHY 102, PHY 103- PHY 104, PHY 105, PHY 113- PHY 114, | ||
| MTH 100, MTH 101, MTH 113, MTH 119, MTH 120, MTH 121, MTH 122, MTH 127 | ||
| Society & Human Behavior (6) | ||
| Select any 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 (6) | ||
| Select any English Literature course | 3 | |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| ART 100, ART 101, ART 102, ART 200, CIN 101, CIN 103, DRA 100, FRN 101, FRN 102, MUS 100, MUS 109, MUS 110, MUS 117, PHI 101, REL 105, SPN 101, SPN 102 | ||
| Historical Perspective (3) | ||
| Select any History (HST) course | 3 | |
| Major Requirements (24 Credits) | ||
| Select six science electives from the following courses 1 | 24 | |
| BIO 101, BIO 102, BIO 103, BIO 104, BIO 116, BIO 121, BIO 122, BIO 210, BIO 211, BIO 220, BIO 228, BIO 230, BIO 237, BIO 241, BIO 251; CHM 101, CHM 102, CHM 103, CHM 104, CHM 203, CHM 204; GEO 101, GEO 102; PHY 101, PHY 102, PHY 103, PHY 104, PHY 105, PHY 113, PHY 114 | ||
| Additional Course Requirements (3 Credits) | ||
| Free Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
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If a chosen science course is three credits then seven science courses are required.
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.
- No Grade of "D" is acceptable in MTH or Science courses
General Science
Curriculum Code: 0603
Will Earn Upon Program Completion: Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree
Why major in General Science?
The General Science program provides opportunities for students interested in health care-related fields as well as those interested in teaching science in grades K-12 to complete a general basic science associate’s degree. Students applying to Nursing & Health Sciences programs can complete prerequisites for these programs, while in this major. While waiting for acceptance into a professional program, students can pursue remaining degree requirements. Curriculum provides a foundation in core courses needed to major in many areas of science and health care. Emphasis is placed on the scientific method and critical analysis that enables you to be a contributor to any scientific or medical team.
If I major in General Science, can I transfer to an upper division college or university?
The A. S. degree in General 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.
If I major in General Science, how do I apply to Nursing or Health Sciences Programs?
See the curriculum guides in this catalog for specific admissions requirements for each program. You may also call the Nursing & Health Sciences Division at (973) 877-1868.
Are there any requirements I must satisfy before I start taking courses in my major?
Based on placement testing, you may have to take developmental courses in English and/or Mathematics before taking the core courses in your major.
How long will it take for me to complete this degree?
If you do not need developmental courses and you take an average of 16 credits per semester, you can complete the program in two years. You can shorten the amount of time by taking summer courses.
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:
- Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including the scientific method and methods of scientific conversion;
- Demonstrate mastery of fundamental concepts of biology, chemistry, and/or physics; and
- Perform scientific investigations using proper scientific and laboratory safety protocols.