Associate inScience
Why Associate in Science
The Associate in Science (AS) provides a framework for equipping students who want to transfer and who wish to earn an associate degree from Black Hawk College. The AS is suitable for students who need to complete additional math and science courses before transferring. The AS degree accommodates sequenced coursework in these subjects, for example Calculus I, II, and III; or Chemistry I and II. The first two years of a baccalaureate degree at a four-year college or university are devoted primarily to a general education core curriculum and a small number of introductory courses for a specific transfer major. Transfer students can complete these types of courses at BHC within the AS degree with the goal of arriving at the transfer school well prepared for their major.
Learning Objectives
Students completing the Associate in Science degree will be able to:
- Apply scientific thinking skills through the study of physical and life sciences
- Apply quantitative skills through the study of mathematics
- Apply communication skills through the study of speech and writing
- Evaluate human experiences through the study of the humanities and fine arts
- Develop an appreciation of human continuity, diversity and change through the study of social and behavioral science
Associate in Science Courses
Communication
3 courses
Humanities & Fine Arts
2 courses
Social & Behavioral Sciences
2 courses
Mathematics
2 courses
Physical & Life Sciences
3 courses including lab
Elective Courses
Approximately 8 courses: up to 23 credits
Non-Western Studies Course
1 course
(May be satisfied by choosing a designated non-western Humanities, Fine Arts, or Social & Behavioral Sciences course)
Total Credits: 60
100- or 200- level courses count
Approximately 20 courses
Additional pre-requisite courses may be required.
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