CATALOG: AA&S Transfer Degree: Sustainable Science Specialization
Length: 4 Semesters
The Associate of Arts and Sciences Transfer Degree/Sustainable Science Specialization Program is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree. The specialization courses fulfills the laboratory science requirement and provides education in basic science and laboratory techniques. The specialization focuses on the modern challenge of introducing ways to apply chemical and biological knowledge and techniques for less toxic, less waste producing outcomes in the environment requiring the study of the interrelationships of science, technology and the human world. By selecting appropriate electives, students should be able to complete the lower division requirements for a variety of baccalaureate majors. Examples of majors to which this program may prepare students for transferring are:
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Ecology
- Biology
- Mathematics
In order to be assured that courses transfer to meet lower division requirements at the specific institution the student plans to transfer to and the major anticipated, students should consult their academic advisor to schedule their courses. Students are also encouraged to investigate guaranteed admission agreements (GAA), available for many colleges and universities in Virginia, contact their selected college’s admissions office, and consult their selected college’s transfer guide if one is available. Counselors and academic advisors can assist with locating these resources.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into this program requires proficiency in English and mathematics. Students whose placement by VPT or other measures indicates a need for further preparation will be placed in the appropriate developmental courses in English and mathematics. Although developmental course credits do not apply toward the degree, these courses prepare students for collegiate level work. Students required to take two or more developmental courses will need additional semesters to complete the degree.
Program Requirement
This curriculum should provide sufficient flexibility to meet lower division requirements for majors in engineering or related fields at many colleges and universities, and should allow students to succeed in transferring to obtain a baccalaureate degree. It is extremely important for students to work closely with their academic advisors to assure a successful transfer.
Curriculum
| First Semester | ||||
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
| ENG 111 | College Composition I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HIS | Approved Transfer History 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MTH | Approved Transfer Mathematics 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| BIO 101 | General Biology I | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| SDV 100 | College Success Skills | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Approved Transfer Social Science 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 16 | 3 | 17 | |
| Second Semester | ||||
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
| ENG 112 | College Composition II | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HIS | Approved Transfer History 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MTH | Approved Transfer Mathematics 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| BIO 102 | General Biology II | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Approved Transfer Humanities/Fine Arts 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | 3 | 16 | |
| Third Semester | ||||
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
| ITE 119 | Information Literacy | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG | Approved 200 Level American or English Literature or Advanced Composition Course 5 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| CHM 129 | Chemistry for a Sustainable World I | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| BIO 278 | Coastal Ecology 6 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Approved Transfer Elective 7 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 14 | 6 | 16 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||||
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
| CHM 130 | Chemistry for a Sustainable World II | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Approved Transfer Elective 7 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Approved Transfer Humanities / Fine Arts 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Approved Transfer Social Science 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| HLT/PED | Health/Physical Education Elective | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Semester Total | 12 | 5 | 14 | |
Last modified on 09-24-2018
