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This program is designed for students who wish to have a broad knowledge of science and mathematics, and is recommended for transfer students seeking an Associate Degree prior to transferring to a college or university with a major in a related field. The courses emphasize the facts and principles which form the foundations of living and non-living systems, as well as mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning and their application.Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to apply mathematical and scientific ideas to analyze real-world situations. Read, write, listen to, and speak about mathematical and scientific ideas with understanding. Use appropriate technology and/or tools to enhance scientific thinking and understanding.
All courses used to satisfy the major for the Associate in Arts degree must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.
PREREQUISITE COURSES | REQUIRED COURSES FOR MAJOR |
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Select a minimum of 18 units from the following, with at least one course (3 units) from Life Science, one course (3 units) from Physical Sciences and one course (3 units) from Mathematics. |
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LIFE SCIENCE |
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Select at least 3 units from the following: | |||
ANTHR 101; BIOL 101, 102, 112, 115, 120, 121, 122, 123, 123H, 125, 125H, 140; PSYCH 103 |
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES |
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Select at least 3 units from the following: | |||
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ASTRO 110, 120, CHEM 101, 102, 105, 106, 110, 120, 121; GEOG 101, 107, GEOL 101, 101H, 102, 105; OCEAN 115; PHY 101, 101H, 102, 103, 105, 106, 110 |
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MATHEMATICS |
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Select at least 3 units from the following: |
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ECON 127; MATH 100, 102, 102+, 103E, 103EH, 104E, 104EH, 105, 105H, 107, 107H, 108, 108H, 110, 110A, 110B, 111, 112, 112+, 133, 134, 135, 136, 136+, 136H, 138 |
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Select additional courses below if need to meet the minimum 18 units |
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ASTRO 102, 110; BIOL 126; CS/IS 112, 135; GEOG 111; GEOL 111, 111H, 112, 115; OCEAN 116; PSYCH 203 |
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TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED |
18 |
NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED IF PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET. SEE A COUNSELOR TO PREPARE A STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
August 2024 | GCC Catalog 2024-2025 |
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year. |