Liberal Arts Associate in Arts Degree with an Area of Emphasis in Math and Science
Division: Counseling
PROGRAM CODE: 1A18524
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The Liberal Arts Associate in Arts Degree with an Area of Emphasis in Math and Science emphasizes the natural sciences which examine the physical universe, its life forms, and its natural phenomena. Courses in Math emphasize the development of mathematical and quantitative reasoning skills beyond the level of intermediate algebra. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the methodologies of science as investigative tools. Students will also examine the influence that the acquisition of scientific knowledge has on the development of the world’s civilization. Students will also examine the influence that the acquisition of scientific knowledge has on the developmental of the world’s civilizations. To earn this Associate Degree students must complete: 1)All major course requirements with a grade of C or better; 2)Cypress College Native General Education requirements; California State University General Education Breadth requirements (CSU GE Breadth) or IGETC General Education requirements; 3) Fulfillment of all graduation requirements, to include local requirements of a minimum of one (1) unit of coursework approved for Physical Activity and Health and three (3) units of coursework approved for Social Justice, Equity and Sustainability 4)any elective courses to complete a minimum of 60 units; and, have a minimum GPA of 2.0. This degree requires a total of 18 units in the major, in addition to general graduation requirements.
Liberal Arts Degree: Math and Science Emphasis
The Math and Science option under Liberal Arts is an ideal choice for students planning on transferring to the California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC). Students are able to satisfy both their transfer institution’s general education requirements, plus focus on transfer major preparation course work required by the four-year university. The Area of Emphasis listed below includes courses that transfer to CSU and/or UC. Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to ensure the information below is accurate and timely. However, this information is unofficial and should be checked against the official information found on the ASSIST website @ www.assist.org
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Select 18 or more units from at least 2 discipline areas: | ||
| Biological Anthropology 1 | 3 | |
or ANTH 101HC | Honors Biological Anthropology | |
| Biological Anthropology Lab 1 | 1 | |
| Intro to Forensic Anthropology 1 | 3 | |
| Introduction to Astronomy 1 | 3 | |
or ASTR 116HC | Honors Introduction to Astronomy | |
| Astronomy Lab 1 | 1 | |
or ASTR 117HC | Honors Astronomy Lab | |
| General Biology 1 | 4 | |
or BIOL 101HC | Honors General Biology | |
| Human Biology 1 | 3 | |
| Environmental Science 1 | 3 | |
| Nutrition and World Food Issues 1 | 3 | |
| Marine Biology 1 | 4 | |
| Integrated Medical Science 1 | 3 | |
| Biology of Cells and Tissues 1 | 4 | |
| Evolution and Biodiversity 1 | 4 | |
| Anatomy and Physiology 1 | 5 | |
| Medical Microbiology 1 | 4 | |
| General Human Anatomy 1 | 4 | |
| General Human Physiology 1 | 4 | |
| Ecology and Physiology 1 | 4 | |
| Genetics 1 | 3 | |
| Molecular Biology 1 | 4 | |
| Chemistry for Daily Life 1 | 4 | |
| Chem for Health Sci Majors I 1 | 4.5 | |
| Chemistry and Society 1 | 3 | |
| Physical Science for Teachers 1 | 4 | |
| Preparation for General Chem 1 | 5 | |
| General Chemistry I 1 | 5 | |
| General Chemistry II 1 | 5 | |
| Chemistry for Health Science Majors II 1 | 4.5 | |
| Physical Geography 1 | 3 | |
| Physical Geography - Lab 1 | 1 | |
| Weather and Climate 1 | 3 | |
| Physical Geology 1 | 3 | |
or GEOL 100HC | Honors Physical Geology | |
| Physical Geology Laboratory 1 | 1 | |
| Historical Geology 1 | 4 | |
| Earth Science for Teachers | 4 | |
| Physical Geology Field Lab 1 | 1 | |
| Geology of California 1 | 3 | |
| Natural Disasters 1 | 3 | |
| Introduction to Oceanography 1 | 3 | |
| Introduction to Oceanography Lab 1 | 1 | |
| Environmental Geology 1 | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts Mathematics 1 | 3 | |
| Math for Prospective Teachers 1 | 4 | |
or MATH 110PC | Math for Prospective Teachers | |
| Finite Mathematics 1 | 4 | |
or MATH 115PC | Finite Mathematics | |
| Intro Probability Statistics 1 | 4 | |
or MATH 120PC | Intro to Probability and Stats | |
| Survey of Calculus 1 | 4 | |
or MATH 130PC | Survey of Calculus | |
| College Algebra 1 | 4 | |
or MATH 141PC | College Algebra | |
| Trigonometry | 4 | |
| Calculus I 1 | 4 | |
| Calculus II 1 | 4 | |
| Multivariable Calculus 1 | 4 | |
| Linear Algebra and Differential Equations 1 | 5 | |
| Physical Science for Teachers 1 | 4 | |
| Elementary Physics 1 | 4 | |
| College Physics I 1 | 4 | |
| College Physics II 1 | 4 | |
| Physics for Life Sciences I 1 | 4 | |
| Physics for Life Sciences II 1 | 4 | |
| General Physics I 1 | 4 | |
| General Physics II 1 | 4 | |
| General Physics III 1 | 4 | |
| Probability & Stats-Social Sci 1 | 4 | |
or PSY 161HC | Honors Prob Stats-Soc Sci | |
| The Brain and Behavior | 3 | |
| Probability & Stats-Social Sci 1 | 4 | |
or SOC 161HC | Honors Prob & Stats-Soc Sci | |
| TOTAL HOURS | 18 | |
| 1 | This course is transferable to UC |
SPECIAL NOTE: This degree is an Associate Degree designed for transfer students; however, it does not qualify as an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) for CSU priority admission consideration. Please see a counselor for more information on differences in degree options offered at Cypress College for transfer students.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
A student who completes this program (degree/certificate) will
- Develop a reasoned solution to a problem. Demonstrate the ability to use the attained knowledge foundation to illustrate concepts and compare examples. Apply scientific method to solve practical problems in the sciences.
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