Join like-minded students with a passion for exploration, research, and innovation. Study gene expression in a lab, manage electrical systems, design buildings, or chart the stars. While the possibilities are limitless, you begin by choosing our Science, Engineering, and Math Pathway.

South Puget Sound Community College prepares recipients of the Associate in Science-Transfer Degree to:

  • Communicate effectively
  • Think logically and critically
  • Evaluate and process quantitative and symbolic data
  • Understand themselves in relation to others in a multicultural world
  • Understand ethical responsibilities and consequences

Quarter Plan
Note: Students are required to complete a minimum of 90 credits to attain the AS-2 degree. Students should work with their career and educational planner to plan out any additional electives or remaining credits.

Search Schedule

Quarter 1

Students have several options for their starting point. Some students may start in our Transition Studies programs: Adult Basic Education, ESL, High School+, and Basic Computer Skills.

Quarter 2

AMATH097 7cr Accelerated Intermediate Algebra
Accelerated class that gives students the opportunity to complete MATH 092, MATH 096, and MATH 097 in one quarter. Introduces the study of linear equations and polynomials, including equation of a line, systems of linear equations, properties of exponents, operations on polynomials, factoring, and solving factorable quadratic equations. Students should take this course if they plan to pursue a pathway that requires MATH 099 (STEM) or MATH 147 (Business) or if they plan to transfer to a university that requires MATH 097 for admission. Prerequisite: Eligible for MATH 092 or ABE 065 or appropriate placement.
Choose One:

ENGL090 5cr Integrated Reading and Writing I
Introduces students to college-level reading and writing. Focuses on reading strategies, critical thinking, and writing unified paragraphs. ENGL 090 classes are combined with ENGL 095 classes, and students who demonstrate ENGL 095 proficiency may earn ENGL 095 credit. Prerequisite: ABE 055 or ESL 066 or qualifying placement.
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ENGL095 5cr Integrated Reading and Writing II
Prepares students for entry into college-level writing courses. Focuses on reading analytically, thinking critically, and writing coherent, well-supported texts. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement based on Reading & English CPT scores or transition test.

CCS101 3cr Pathways to Success
Cultivates the mind-set and skills necessary for students to become confident, reflective, self-directing, and successful learners. Prerequisite: None.

Quarter 3

AMATH141 8cr Accelerated Precalculus I
Accelerated class that gives students the opportunity to complete MATH 098, MATH 099, and MATH& 141 in one quarter. Covers power, exponential, and logarithmic functions and analytic geometry. Students who plan to pursue a Science, Engineering, or Math (SEM) pathway should take this course. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or a 'C' or better in MATH 097 or equivalent. Fees: $12.00 Natural/Applied Science Course Fee
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ENGL098 5cr Transitional English Composition
Introduces strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas and participate in multiple discourse communities. Focuses on both the process and product of composing. English 098 classes are combined with English 101 classes, and students who demonstrate English 101 proficiency may earn ENGL& 101 credit. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement OR a 'C' or better in ENGL 095. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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ENGL&101 5cr English Composition I
Develops strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas and participate in multiple discourse communities. Focuses on both the process and product of composing. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee

CHEM&139 5cr General Chemistry Prep
Introduces fundamentals of inorganic chemistry and problem solving strategies as preparation for the general chemistry sequence (CHEM& 161 and further studies in chemistry). Emphasis is on reaction equations, calculations, and development of symbolic and particulate concepts that are applied to quantitative reasoning in chemistry. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of MATH 099 with a 'C' or better. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee

Quarter 4

MATH&142 5cr Precalculus II
Covers trigonometric, polynomial, and rational functions and their applications. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee

CHEM&161 5cr General Chemistry w/Lab I
Introduces general chemistry concepts, including bonding types, chemical nomenclature, basic atomic structure, stoichiometry, reaction prediction, thermochemistry, gas laws, and quantum mechanical concepts. First course of a three quarter series for engineering, biological science, physical science, pre-med, pre-dental, and math majors. Fees: $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
Choose One Humanities (5cr)
Recommended:

ART120 5cr Beginning Drawing
Introduces the basic elements and principles of observational drawing, using traditional and experimental media. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Humanities Course Fee; $65.00 Art Course Fee
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CMST&230 5cr Small Group Communication: Diversity
Introduces small group communication theories and concepts with applications. Explores the communication processes used when people enter diverse organizational contexts or interact in professional and everyday life small groups. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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ENGL&244 5cr American Literature I
Surveys American literature from its beginnings to 1865 through the exploration of literary, cultural, political, and social histories as they impact the growth and emergence of American society, identity, and literature. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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FRCH&121 5cr French I
Introduces the four basic skills of the French language: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Studies the language within its cultural context. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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PHIL103 5cr Science, Technology, and Human Values
Explores the nature of scientific thinking and technology, and an assessment of their impact on human life and values. Includes the role of the role of theory and explanation in science and the effect of specific technologies on our understanding of the person, nature, and value. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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PHIL&120 5cr Symbolic Logic
Introduces the principles of deductive inference with a focus on proofs in both sentence logic and predicate logic with quantifiers. Includes a study of semantic methods for testing validity. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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SPAN&121 5cr Spanish I
Introduces the four basic skills of the Spanish language: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Studies the language within its cultural context. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee

Quarter 5

MATH&151 5cr Calculus I
Covers differential calculus of single-variable functions. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
Choose One Social Science (5cr)
Recommended:

ANTH&100 5cr Survey of Anthropology
Surveys past and present human biological, cultural and linguistic variation and evolution. Incorporates an overview of the anthropological subfields: Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, Cultural Anthropology and Linguistic Anthropology. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Social Science Course Fee
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ANTH&104 5cr World Prehistory
Surveys human prehistory, from the origin of humans through the emergence of early civilizations, providing a foundation for understanding modern human societies. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Social Science Course Fee
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BUS&101 5cr Introduction to Business
Introduces current concepts and structures of American business. Covers the functions of business: forms of ownership, management, marketing, production, finance, and the economy. Fees: $12.00 Social Science & Business Course Fee
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ECON&201 5cr Micro Economics
Develops a framework for understanding the fundamentals of price theory by applying practical applications of microeconomic analysis and general equilibrium models. Includes the analysis of government intervention in a free market and explores concepts in market welfare. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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ECON&202 5cr Macro Economics
Introduces fundamental models of macroeconomics and illustrates macro principles through U.S. experience in the global economy. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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HIST&126 5cr World Civilization I
Examines world societies from human origin through the Ancient World to the rise of the first empires. Emphasizes societal interactions in the global theater, ideological and technological developments, and transitions of various cultures from pre-history to approximately 200ce. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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HIST&127 5cr World Civilization II
Examines world societies from roughly the Post-Classical era through the rise of the empires and the eve of the Age of Revolutions. Emphasizes societal interactions in the global theater, ideological and technological developments, and transitions of various cultures from approximately 200ce to Early Modern period of the mid-18th century. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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HIST&128 5cr World Civilization III
Examines world societies from roughly the 18th century to the present. Emphasizes societal interactions in the global theater, ideological and technological developments, and transitions of various cultures. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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HIST&214 5cr Pacific Northwest History: Diversity
Surveys the political, cultural, economic, and social development of the American Northwest with special emphasis on Washington State. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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POLS&202 5cr American Government
Examines the American Constitution, the evolution of the American system and the structure of the national government. Provides an overview of political culture, parties, elections, and interest group activities with special emphasis on current problems and issues. ENGL&101 recommended. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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POLS&203 5cr International Relations
Introduces key concepts related to international relations. Examines the nature of security, states, conflict, diplomacy, economic development, and human rights. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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PSYC203 5cr Human Sexuality
A socio-psychological approach to the study of human sexuality and sexual behavior; physiological, psychological and sociological components of human sexuality and sexual behavior throughout life, from birth through old age; specific problem areas such as sexual dysfunction, sexually transmitted disease and sexual deviations or variances. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
Choose One Elective (1-6cr)
Recommended:

ASTR&100 5cr Survey of Astronomy
Covers the origin, characteristics, and evolution of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and universe. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Natural & Applied Sciences Course Fee
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BIOL&211 5cr Majors Cellular
Introduces cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in appropriate depth for science majors and students in pre-professional programs. Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CHEM& 139 or CHEM& 161 recommended. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural and Applied Sciences Course Fee
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BIOL214 2cr Undergraduate Research I
Prepares students to successfully complete their own scientific research project by introducing the use of the scientific method, ethics, research methods, proposal writing, and presentation techniques. Fees: $12.00 Natural & Applied Sciences Course Fee
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CHEM214 2cr Undergraduate Research I
Prepares students to successfully complete their own scientific research project by introducing the use of the scientific method, ethics, research methods, proposal writing, and presentation techniques. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Sciences Course Fee
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PHYS214 2cr Undergraduate Research I
Prepares students to successfully complete their own scientific research project by introducing the use of the scientific method, ethics, research methods, proposal writing, and presentation techniques. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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CHEM&162 5cr General Chemistry W/Lab II
Introduces general chemistry concepts including electronic structure, periodicity, bonding theory, molecular shapes, introduction to organic chemistry, structure of solids, properties of liquids, phase transitions, colligative properties, and kinetics. Second course of a three-quarter series for engineering, biological science, physical science, pre-med, pre-dental, and math majors. Fees: $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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CS142 5cr Object-Oriented Programming I
Introduces the design and implementation of computer programs, including basic object-oriented programming with functions, classes, and objects. Fees: $12.00 Applied Tech Course Fee
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MATH214 6cr Undergraduate Research I
Prepares students to successfully complete their own scientific research project by introducing the use of the scientific method, ethics, research methods, proposal writing, and presentation techniques. Provides a framework for students to design, plan, and carry out their own scientific research project in collaboration with peers and mentors. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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OCEA&101 5cr Introduction to Oceanography W/Lab
Introduces oceanic processes including the physical, chemical, geological, biological and climatological. Labs include both field and laboratory experiences. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee; $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee

Quarter 6

MATH&152 5cr Calculus II
Covers integral calculus of single-variable functions. Prerequisite: MATH& 151 with a 'C' or better. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee

PHYS&221 5cr Engineering Physics I w/Lab
Introduces fundamental principles and applications of motion, gravitation, and energy, with calculus. This is the first in the engineering physics sequence. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee; $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee
Choose One Elective (1-6cr)
Recommended:

ASTR&115 5cr Stars, Galaxies, & Cosmos
Introduces the origin, structure, scale, and evolution of the universe with emphasis on star classification and life cycles, galaxy structure and formation, and cosmological theories. Laboratory projects include night sky observations and analysis of stars and galaxies based on catalog and photographic data. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Natural & Applied Sciences Course Fee
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BIOL215 1cr Undergraduate Research II
Provides a framework for students to design and plan their own scientific research project in collaboration with peers and mentors. Fees: $12.00 Natural & Applied Sciences Course Fee
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CHEM215 1cr Undergraduate Research II
Provides a framework for students to design and plan their own scientific research project in collaboration with peers and mentors. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Sciences Course Fee
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PHYS215 1cr Undergraduate Research II
Provides a framework for students to design and plan their own scientific research project in collaboration with peers and mentors. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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CHEM&163 5cr General Chemistry W/Lab III
Covers acid and base theory, equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Completes the general chemistry sequence for science, engineering, pre-med, pre-dental, and math majors. Fees: $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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CS143 5cr Object-Oriented Programming II
Develops fundamental concepts and techniques for analysis, design, and implementation of computer programs using an object-oriented language. Includes recursive techniques and simple data structures. Fees: $12.00 Applied Tech Course Fee
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ENGR&214 5cr Statics
Introduces the concepts of center of mass, force systems, vector resultants, and static equilibrium. Prerequisite: MATH& 151 and PHYS& 221.
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MATH214 6cr Undergraduate Research I
Prepares students to successfully complete their own scientific research project by introducing the use of the scientific method, ethics, research methods, proposal writing, and presentation techniques. Provides a framework for students to design, plan, and carry out their own scientific research project in collaboration with peers and mentors. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee

Quarter 7

PHYS&222 5cr Engineering Physics II w/Lab
Introduces fundamental principles and applications of physics relating to fluid statics and dynamics, heat and thermodynamics, oscillations and waves, with calculus. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee; $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee
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MATH&146 5cr Introduction to Statistics
Covers basic probability, descriptive statistics, and inferential statistics. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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MATH&153 5cr Calculus III
Covers advanced calculus topics including infinite series, Taylor polynomials, Taylor series representation of functions and calculus in polar coordinates and in parametric equations. Continuation of MATH& 152. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
Choose One Elective (1-6cr)
Recommended:

BIOL216 2cr Undergraduate Research III
Provides a framework for students to carry out their own scientific research project in collaboration with peers and mentors. Fees: $12.00 Natural & Applied Sciences Course Fee
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CHEM216 2cr Undergraduate Research III
Provides a framework for students to carry out their own scientific research project in collaboration with peers and mentors. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Sciences Course Fee
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PHYS216 2cr Undergraduate Research III
Provides a framework for students to carry out their own scientific research project in collaboration with peers and mentors. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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ENGR203 5cr Mechanics of Materials
Introduces elasticity, normal and shearing stresses and strains, bending moments, torsion, compound stress, and deflection. Prerequisite: ENGR& 214.
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ENGR204 2cr Mechanics of Materials Laboratory
Introduces experimental techniques for measuring stresses and strains associated with the compression, tension, bending, and torsion in structural members. Fees: $30.00 Engineering Course Fee
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ENGR&215 5cr Dynamics
Covers the kinematics of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies. Prerequisite: ENGR& 214.
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MATH205 5cr Linear Algebra
Covers vectors, matrices, and linear transformations. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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MATH214 6cr Undergraduate Research I
Prepares students to successfully complete their own scientific research project by introducing the use of the scientific method, ethics, research methods, proposal writing, and presentation techniques. Provides a framework for students to design, plan, and carry out their own scientific research project in collaboration with peers and mentors. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee

Quarter 8

PHYS&223 5cr Engineering Physics III w/Lab
Introduces fundamental principles and applications of physics, with calculus. Topics include electricity and magnetism, light, and optics. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee; $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee
Choose One Humanities or Social Science / Diversity (5cr)
Recommended:

ANTH&206 5cr Cultural Anthropology: Diversity
Surveys the diversity of human cultural systems and the forces and effects of globalization. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Social Science Course Fee
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CMST&210 5cr Interpersonal Communication: Diversity
Focuses on understanding and developing interpersonal communication skills needed to build and maintain healthy one-on-one relationships in both personal and professional contexts. Examines how diverse communication styles can impact relationships. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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CMST240 5cr Intercultural Communication: Diversity
Introduces intercultural communication theories and concepts with applications. Explores the communication processes when people enter new cultural context or interact with people who have different cultural identities. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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HUM121 5cr Multicultural America: Diversity
Explores the history, cultures, and contributions of race and ethnic groups in the United States and the complex notion of an 'American' identity. Analyzes the impacts of power, privilege, and socialization on our understanding of race and ethnicity. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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SOC&201 5cr Social Problems: Diversity
Uses sociological perspectives to examine social issues and solutions, including racism, gender discrimination, economic inequality, and other contemporary public controversies. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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SOC205 5cr Sociology of Race and Ethnicity: Diversity
Explores the concepts of race and ethnicity through a sociological lens. Examines race and ethnicity as an organizing principle of identity, interactions and social institutions with focus on social structures, inequalities, and power. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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SOC225 5cr Sociology of the Family: Diversity
Focuses on a sociological approach to the social institution of the family including historical, multi-cultural and contemporary theoretical perspectives. Examines the micro (interpersonal) and macro (societal) approaches in studying the family. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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SOC235 5cr Sociology of Gender: Diversity
Focuses on the social construction of gender and gender inequalities. Examines gender as an organizing principle of identity, interactions, and social institutions. Other topics include media, family, culture, relationships, health, and intersectionality with race and social class. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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SOC255 5cr Globalization: Diversity
Introduces cultural, economic, and political globalization from a sociological perspective, including the institutions, processes, and controversies that make up global society. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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SOC275 5cr Sociology of Sexuality: Diversity
Focuses on the social construction and regulation of sexuality. Examines diverse sexualities as they relate to individual and group identities, interactions, institutions, inequality, and intersectionality. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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SOC285 5cr Food and Society: Diversity
Focuses on a sociological and cultural understanding of food, and the social and cultural processes that shape how food is produced, consumed and distributed. Explores food as identity, entertainment, health, and social justice. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
Choose One Elective (2-5cr)
Recommended (If needed to meet AS2 Requirements):

BIOL&160 5cr General Biology W/Lab
Introduces foundational biological concepts including cell structure and function, metabolism, genetics, biotechnology, biological diversity, evolution, and ecology. Preparatory for further studies including BIOL& 211 and BIOL& 241. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural and Applied Sciences Course Fee
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BIOL&175 5cr Human Biology W/Lab
Covers elementary anatomy and physiology of the human body. Appropriate for non-majors (not for Nursing or Biology majors). Prerequisite: None. Fees: $35 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural and Applied Sciences Course Fee
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BOT101 5cr Introduction to Botany
Provides an overview of plant science, emphasizing plant form and function, life processes, diversity, genetics, propagation and biotechnology, and ecology. Fees: $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural and Applied Sciences Course Fee
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ENVS&100 5cr Survey of Environmental Science
Explores the workings of planet Earth in terms of living organisms and non-living resources, including roles that human activities play in the world around us. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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MATH238 5cr Differential Equations
Introduces the theory of ordinary differential equations with applications to biological, chemical, and/or physical systems. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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MATH&254 5cr Calculus IV
Covers analytic geometry in three dimensions and multivariable calculus. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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NUTR&101 5cr Nutrition
Surveys the nutritional needs for individuals ranging from infants to adults. Emphasis is placed on the basic principles of nutrition. Particularly suitable for health occupation students. Prior high school chemistry or biology course or equivalent strongly recommended. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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Wednesday, May 10, 2023