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Environmental Science AS

Purpose

The Environmental Science A.S. program is designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or university. By integrating a broad spectrum of science and data manipulation and analysis courses the curriculum prepares students for advanced study and a variety of careers in ecology, hydrology, air and water quality compliance, regional planning, and interpretive education in the private, governmental, and non-profit sectors.

Program Objectives

Upon successful completion of this program, a graduate will be able to:

  • describe and apply the scientific method.
  • use established scientific standards and methods to collect, analyze and interpret data.
  • install, calibrate and manipulate basic scientific equipment.
  • demonstrate knowledge of career opportunities and responsibilities associated with environmental science jobs.

Curriculum

First Semester

BIO 115 Environmental Biology 3
BIO 121 General Biology I 4
CHE 121 General Chemistry I 4
ENG 101 English Composition I 3
(14 Credit Hours)

Second Semester

BIO 122 General Biology II 4
CHE 122 General Chemistry II 4
ENG 102 or ENG 115 English Composition II or Writing for Technical Communication 3
Elective Goal Core 6: Intellectual Heritage 3
MAT 100 Intermediate Algebra 3
(17 Credit Hours)

Third Semester

BIO 256 Ecology 4
GEO 130 Cultural Geography 3
GLG 115 Environmental Geology 4
MAT 131 Introduction to Statistics 3
SPC 110 or 111 Speech Communication 3
(17 Credit Hours)

Fourth Semester

Elective Goal Core 4: Computer Fluency 3
GEO 220 Map Design in GIS 3
GLG 151 Physical Geology 4
ESW 245 Safety and First Aid 3
(13 Credit Hours)

TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS CREDIT: 61

Academic Advising

Professional academic advisors are available to assist you with your academic advising needs. Advising services are available for all full-time and part-time students. Email advising@mc3.edu

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