Associate of Science
This Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree option has been designed to be a transfer plan of study to four-year Montana University Sys-tem (MUS) 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 math and science course requirements leading to acceptance into upper division mathematics programs in the MUS 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 252 | Pre-Calculus | 4 |
| MA 255 | Statistical Methods | 4 |
| MA 262 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MA 263 | Calculus II | 4 |
| SC 162 | Principles of Biodiversity | 4 |
| SC 273 | College Chemistry I | 5 |
| Suggested Additional Coursework: College Chemistry II | ||
| Total Program Credits | 64-66 | |
Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate quantitative and logical reasoning abilities and apply mathematical principles to problem solving.
- Students will be able to read and evaluate problems allowing them to quantitatively solve those problems with mathematical reasoning.
- Students will possess the foundational knowledge required for upper level course work in mathematics.
- Students will acquire the necessary critical thinking and academic skills required for successful completion of a BS program.