General Science, Associate of Science
(90 credits)
Program Description
The A.S. in General Science program is structured to provide the greatest possible options for students coming to SKC with either an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), but not knowing which area to pursue. The program is also designed as a “2+2” transfer program for individuals who wish to start their studies at SKC and then transfer to another institution.
Students in the General Science A.S. Program are advised by the faculty members of the Life Science Department.
Career Outlook
The knowledge gained within this program will prepare students for a wide range of career options in science. These include a research graduate track, as well as healthcare, industry and government. Depending on the choice of courses, you could go on to become a pharmacist, a medical doctor, dentist, research scientist, medical technologist, cell biologist, toxicologist, biochemist, or microbiologist.
Program Information
The general structure of the A.S. in General Science program is a common first year with the basics in math, biology and chemistry. The second year provides the flexibility for the student to explore approved science electives that will aid them in focusing on their areas of interest. The student will work with an advisor to choose the approved science electives.
Requirements
A student must earn a “C” or better in all required core courses and maintain an overall GPA of 2.0 in order to continue and graduate with the A.S. in General Science.
Students may need to strengthen math, English and writing skills with additional coursework prior to entering the program. Math and science courses that are more than five years old may need to be repeated within the General Science degree program. Your Academic Advisor will help you plan coursework that meets your specific needs and goals.
Student Learning Outcomes
At the end of the program, students will be able to:
- Understand the role of science in western and Native societies
- Present scientific information in written and oral presentations in a professional manner
- Demonstrate understanding of essential concepts in scientific field of choice
- Apply critical thinking to the essential concepts in an area of interest
- Assess and solve quantitative problems using appropriate mathematical tools
Curriculum
Fall (First Year)
Winter (First Year)
| CHEM124 | Introduction to General & Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry | 4 |
| CHEM125 | Introduction to General & Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry lab | 1 |
| MATH108 | Advanced Functions & Modeling | 3 |
| NASD101 | History of Indians in the United States | 3 |
| ENGL203 | Technical Writing for STEM Majors | 3 |
| OR | |
| ENGL202 | English Composition II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Spring (First Year)
| BIOS130 | Introduction to Microbiology | 4 |
| BIOS131 | Introduction to Microbiology Lab | 1 |
| MATH109 | Trigonometry | 3 |
| SPCH100 | Basic Communications | 3 |
| PSYC 110 | Introduction to Psychology - Social Science General Education | 5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Fall (Second Year)
Winter (Second Year)
| LFSC245 | Bioinformatics I | 3 |
| NASD210 | Introduction to Indigenous Science | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Approved Science Electives from list to total minimum 8 credits | 8 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Spring (Second Year)
Approved Science Electives
List
Total Credit Hours: 90