The Associate in Science Degree Program provides students with the analytical skills and scientific knowledge to expand and apply critical thinking to all facets of learning. The expected outcome of the Allied Baccalaureate Track-Allied Health Associate in Science, Pre-Physical Therapy option is to provide a comprehensive lower-division education for students who plan to transfer to a baccalaureate degree program.
Degree Plan
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (41 hours)
English Composition (6 hours)
- ENGL 1113 English Composition I
- ENGL 1213 English Composition II
U.S. History/U.S. Government (6 hours)
- HIST 1483 U.S. History to 1877 OR HIST 1493 U.S. History Since 1877
- POLS 1113 American Federal Government
Sciences (14 hours)
Students must earn a “C” or better in these courses to be eligible for graduation.
- BIOL 1124 General Biology I
- BIOL 1315 General Zoology
- CHEM 1135 General College Chemistry I
Humanities (6 hours)
Mathematics (3 hours)
Students must earn a “C” or better in MATH 1513 to be eligible for graduation.
- MATH 1513 College Algebra
Liberal Arts (6 hours)
- PSYC 1113 Introduction to Psychology
- PSYC 2213 Developmental Psychology
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (12 hours)
Students must earn a “C” or better in these courses to be eligible for graduation.
- BIOL 2424 Human Physiology
- HSBC 1113 Medical Terminology
- PHYS 2401 General Physics Laboratory I
- PHYS 2414 General Physics I
OPTION REQUIREMENTS (12 hours)
Students must earn a “C” or better in these courses to be eligible for graduation.
- BIOL 2035 Principles of Microbiology
- HSBC 2114 Human Anatomy
- PSYC 2503 Psychology Statistics
Upon completion, graduates will be prepared to:
- Apply analytical thinking skills to approach problems with scientific thought
- Utilize skills in laboratory practice and laboratory safety
- Write and articulate the key concepts taught within the curriculum
- Apply learned skills across disciplines such as biology, math, chemistry, physics, psychology, and medicine
- Interpret topical issues concerning their scientific merit
