Science Degree (SCC 11953, page 72)
with Astronomy emphasis
The associate degree in science is
designed to provide students with a foundation in science
that will allow transfer to a four-year college or
university to complete a baccalaureate science degree in
disciplines such as astronomy, biology, biochemistry,
chemistry, geology, geophysics, meteorology, oceanography,
or physics.
For transfer with upper division
standing, most four-year institutions require a minimum of
one-year of calculus and one-year of general chemistry in
addition to the courses required in the science major.
Check with the Transfer Center or a counselor for specific
transfer requirements.
Units used to satisfy the general
education requirements may also be used to satisfy the
Science Degree requirements.
Requirements for the associate in
science degree:
| Core Courses |
Units
|
| Mathematics 180/180H, Analytic Geometry & Calculus |
4
|
| Chemistry 219, General Chemistry |
5
|
|
|
| TOTAL |
9
|
Astronomy Emphasis:
|
| Courses |
Units
|
| Core Courses* |
9
|
|
Astronomy 109, Introduction to the Solar System
OR
Astronomy 112, Introduction to Cosmology
|
3
|
| Astronomy 110, Introduction to Stars & Galaxies |
3
|
| Astronomy 140, Astronomy Laboratory |
1
|
| Mathematics 185, Analytic Geometry & Calculus |
4
|
| Electives* |
6
|
|
|
| TOTAL |
26
|
* Astronomy Emphasis Students may
substitute Physics 217 for Chemistry 219.
* Completion of Physics 217/227/237
and/or Mathematics 280 is highly recommended for Astronomy
Emphasis Students.
* Electives for the Science Degree must be selected from the following courses:
Mathematics 185, 280 and any course numbered 100 or higher in Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science,
Environmental Studies, Geology, Physical Science, or Physics.