Program Overview 

The Core Curriculum (ASCC) degree is a 2-year undergraduate transfer degree program designed largely for the completion of the general education requirements and related lower division studies typically pursued during the first two years of a four-year baccalaureate degree program. Most of the coursework in this transfer AS degree programs encompasses CSU’s Core Curriculum requirements, which include some preparatory or introductory coursework for particular upper division majors.  However, these transfer associate degrees do not include in-depth studies in a particular major, as in-depth studies in a major field are typically pursued at the upper division level (last two years) of a four-year degree program.

Career Opportunities

The Associate of Science (AS) degrees is a 2-year undergraduate transfer degree program designed largely for the completion of the general education requirements and related lower division studies typically pursued during the first two years of a four-year baccalaureate degree program.

Program of Study

Core Requirements

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Note: Students must complete Area B and Area D with a combined total of 15 credit hours within the following ranges. Any additional hours may be applied to Area F or beyond, depending on the program of study. Students should consult their advisors.

• Area B1, 3 hours;
• Area B2, 1-2 hours; 
• Area D1, 7-8 hours;
• Area D2, 3-4 hours. 

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ITDS 1145 Comparative Arts, though listed under both humanities and fine arts, may be taken only once.

Major Requirements

Program Map

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Select any course approved for Areas B-F and not previously used to fulfill core requirements.

Additional Notes

This program map illustrates appropriate coursework for completing a degree within two years, provided that course grades allow for earned credit. Please consult with your advisor to determine when courses can be switched out with others and taken in a different semester or sequence than illustrated since not all courses are taught every semester.

•  Students must complete "Area A " (ENGL 1101 English Composition I, ENGL 1102 English Composition II, and STAT 1401 or MATH 1***) prior to reaching 30 hours and earn a "C" or higher in all three courses.
• As of Fall 2013, all undergraduate students are required each semester to meet the 2.0 institutional GPA standard for satisfactory academic progress.

Admission Requirements

There are no program specific admission requirements.

Additional Program Requirements

There are no program specific academic regulations.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Students will write effectively in a variety of situations and for a variety of audiences.
• Students will model and interpret quantitative problems from authentic contexts and everyday life situations.
• Students will demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively verbally and non-verbally in various contexts.
• Students will identify and interpret a piece of art, whether visual, performing, or musical, using the language of that field.
• Students will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific reasoning and how new knowledge is acquired in one or more areas of science, including the selection and use of appropriate methods, tools, and technology for answering questions and solving problems.
• Students will apply methods of inquiry, evaluate arguments, and draw conclusions in the social sciences.