Associate of Science
The Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree option has been designed to be a transfer plan of study to four year MUS (Montana University System) institutions offering a Bachelor of Science Degree (BS). In addition to the completion of general education requirements this plan of study offers students the opportunity to complete 100 and 200 level science course requirements leading the acceptance to upper division chemistry programs in the MUS system and completion of a BS.
General Education requirements 40-42 credits.
| Categories | Courses | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| Communication Arts | College Writing I | 3 |
| College Writing II | 3 | |
| Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 | |
| Quantitative Reasoning | College Algebra | 4 |
| Science: Physical & Biological (One lab science required) | Principles of Living Systems | 4 |
| Introduction to General Chemistry | 4 | |
| Social Science/Human Behavior | 3 | |
| Diversity | 3 | |
| Humanities and the Arts | 3 | |
| 3 | ||
| Cheyenne Studies | Cheyenne Language I | 4 |
| 3 | ||
| Computer Applications | 3 |
| Program of Study | Cr. | |
|---|---|---|
| MA 253 | Pre-Calculus | 4 |
| MA 255 | Statistical Methods | 4 |
| MA 262 | Calculus and Analytical Geometry I | 4 |
| SC 172 | Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry | 4 |
| SC 273 | College Chemistry I | 5 |
| SC 274 | College Chemistry II | 5 |
| Suggested Additional Coursework: Our Physical World, Calculus II | ||
| Total Program Credits | 65 | |
Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to communicate orally and in writing using the language associated with science with an emphasis on chemistry.
- Students will possess the foundational knowledge required for upper level course work.
- As a result of laboratory requirements students will be able to use the equipment necessary for laboratory work.
- Students will have developed the necessary academic skills required for successful completion of a BS program.