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2017-2018COURSE CATALOGBe Inspired. #BeWSCCWashington State Community College is anaffirmative action 8716
TABLE OF CONTENTSProgram Listing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Associate Degree Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5What is the Associate Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5College-wide Associate Degree Graduation Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . 5General Education Goals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6General Education Course Requirements for Applied Degrees . . . . . . . . 6Catalog in Effect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Associate of Applied Business Course Distribution Requirements. . . . . . . 7Associate of Applied Science Course Distribution Requirements. . . . . . . 7Associate of Arts Degree Course Distribution Requirements . . . . . . . . . . 7Associate of Individualized Studies Course Distribution Requirements . . . 8Associate of Science Degree Course Distribution Requirements. . . . . . . . 9Associate of Technical Studies Course Distribution Requirements. . . . . . . 9Advanced Placement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Prior Learning Assessment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Other Program Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Certificate of Completion Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11One-Year Certificate Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Requirements for a Second Major. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Requirements for a Second Degree. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11West Virginia Reciprocity Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11College Tech Prep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Transfer and Articulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Baccalaureate Transfer Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Articulation Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Institutional Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Acceptance of Transfer and Articulated Credit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Application of Transfer and Articulated Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Ohio Transfer Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Transfer Assurance Guides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Career-Technical Assurance Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Military Transfer Assurance Guides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Apprenticeship Pathway Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Advanced Placement (AP) Exams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15One-Year Option Credit Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Conditions for Transfer Admission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Appeals Process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Reverse Transfer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Washington State Transfer Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Arts and Humanities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Communication Skills. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Natural Sciences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Mathematics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Social and Behavioral Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Arts & Sciences Transfer Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Business Technology Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Engineering & Industrial Technology Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Health Sciences Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Public Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 661-Year Certificate Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Certificates of Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Course Catalog. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78WSCC Faculty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Updated April 14, 2017ForewordThe college catalog is published by Washington StateCommunity College every year. This volume containsofficial information for the academic years 2017-18.The contents are presented for information only andare neither a contract nor an offer to contract.Students are governed by the rules and regulationsset forth in the college policy and procedures manualand published in the catalog and student handbook,including amendments, which are in effect at thetime of the student’s enrollment. Washington Statereserves the right to repeal, change or amend rules,regulations and fees, as well as withdraw, add to ormodify programs described herein without notice.Students are advised to consult with the academicadvisor or appropriate college official for currentofficial requirements and program requirements.Statement of Non-DiscriminationWashington State Community College embraceshuman diversity and is committed to equalemployment opportunities, affirmative action, andeliminating discrimination. Discrimination againstany individual based upon protected status, whichis defined as age, color, disability, gender identityor expression, national origin, race, religion, sex,sexual orientation, or veteran status, is prohibited.Equal access to employment opportunities, admission,educational programs, and all other universityactivities is extended to all persons.2017 - 2018 CATALOG1
2017-2018 WSCC CATALOGMISSIONWashington State Community College responds to the education and workforce needs of our community byproviding dynamic and affordable associate degree and certificate programs in an atmosphere that promotesstudent success.VISIONOur vision is to inspire individual excellence and success.WE VALUEIn creating an environment of trust and respect for faculty, staff, and students, the WSCC community strives to liveby a set of values to be practiced each day and in each encounter. Respect - To acknowledge the humanity of all individuals through compassionate action. Ethics - To demonstrate honesty, integrity, responsibility, and accountability. Inspiration - To provide an atmosphere that encourages our campus community to develop, grow, and succeedas lifelong learners. Inclusion - To provide an atmosphere that fosters respect and acknowledges, explores, and embraces thediversity and uniqueness of all regional and global cultures. Success - To enable all students, faculty, and staff to be successful academically, personally, and professionally. Excellence - To reach our maximum potential as a community college through continuous improvement,institutional growth, excellence in teaching, and community engagement. Teamwork - To foster a culture of collaboration within the campus community that supports our mission, ourstudents, our employees, and the surrounding area. Stewardship - To be responsible stewards of college resources: human, fiscal, natural, physical, and virtual.SENIOR ADMINISTRATIONBOARD OF TRUSTEESVicky Wood, Ph.D.Randall T. Barengo - ChairPresidentJess N. Raines, CPADavid B. Tenney - Vice ChairVice President, Finance & OperationsDr. Bradley D. CarmanMark E. Nutter, Ph.D.R. John LehmanVice President, Academic AffairsAmanda K. Herb, MBAVice President, Enrollment & Student SuccessTerry RataiczakChief Information Officer(Kinetic Networking)Updated April 14, 2017Staci B. MatheneyDaniel L. PennockDavid E. VandenbergSusan L. Vessels2017 - 2018 CATALOG2
2017-2018 WSCC ACADEMIC CALENDARFALL SEMESTER 2017Fall Semester Classes beginFirst 8 weeks beginsLast day to register for coursesLabor Day-Campus closedMid-term examsFirst 8 weeks endsSecond 8 weeks beginsWinter Intersession/Spring Advisement/Registration beginsVeteran’s Day observed-Campus closedLast day to withdraw from Fall SemesterThanksgiving Break-Campus closedFinal Exam periodSecond 8 weeks endsFall Semester endsFinal Grades DueAugust 21August 21August 22September 4October 9-13October 13October 16October 30November 10December 1November 23-24December 6-12December 12December 12December ayTuesdayTuesdayFridayONLINE WINTER INTERSESSION 2018Winter Intersession Classes beginLast day to register for Winter IntersessionLast Day to withdraw from Winter IntersessionWinter Intersession endsFinal Grades DueDecember 19December 19January 2January 11January 12TuesdayTuesdayTuesdayThursdayFridaySPRING SEMESTER 2018Martin Luther King Day-Campus closedSpring Semester Classes beginFirst 8 weeks beginsLast day to register for coursesPresident’s Day-Campus closed (evening classes meet)Mid-term examsFirst 8 weeks endsSpring BreakSecond 8 weeks beginsSummer/Fall Advisement/Registration beginsLast day to withdraw from Spring SemesterFinal Exam periodSecond 8 weeks endsSpring Semester endsSpring GraduationFinal Grades DueUpdated April 14, 2017January 15January 16January 16January 17February 19March 5-9March 9March 12-16March 19April 2April 27May 8 - 11May 11May 11May 12May yFridayFridaySaturdayWednesday2017 - 2018 CATALOG3
PROGRAM LISTINGTRANSFER PROGRAMSDesigned to transfer to a four-year college or university as thefirst two years of a baccalaureate degree.Biological Sciences TransferBusiness Administration TransferEducation TransferEarly ChildhoodMiddle ChildhoodYoung AdultEngineering TransferFine Arts TransferGraphic DesignStudio ArtGeneral Sciences TransferGeosciences Transfer* **Liberal Arts TransferMathematics TransferPhysical Sciences TransferSocial Services TransferBUSINESS TECHNOLOGIESAccounting TechnologyAccountingAccounting (1-Year Certificate)Business ManagementDigital TechnologyComputer GraphicsComputer Support TechnicianComputer Systems (1-Year Certificate)Office Administrative ServicesExecutive Administrative AssistantExecutive Office Support (1-Year Certificate)Medical Administrative AssistantMedical Coding (1-Year Certificate)ASSOCIATE OF INDIVIDUALIZED STUDIESSee details in the Online CatalogASSOCIATE OF TECHNICAL STUDIESCyber Security & InvestigationENGINEERINGandINDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGYAutomotive TechnologyAutomotive Service*Automotive Technician (1-Year Certificate)Diesel Truck Systems*Truck Maintenance (1-Year Certificate)Engineering TechnologiesInstrumentation Control & ElectricalMechanical EngineeringIndustrial TechnologyChemical Operator Online (1-Year Certificate)Drafting (1-Year Certificate)**Geotechnical Drafting* **Industrial Technology*MultiCraft (1-Year Certificate)Petroleum Industry**Process TechnicianWelding (1-Year Certificate)HEALTH SERVICESHealth & Wellness TechnologyMassage Therapy* (1-Year Certificate)Pharmacy Technician (1-Year Certificate)Massage Therapy* (1-Year Certificate)Medical Laboratory Technology*Nursing (Associate Degree)Pharmacy Technician (1-Year Certificate)Physical Therapist Assistant Technology*Practical Nursing (1-Year Certificate)Radiologic Technology*Respiratory Therapy Technology*PUBLIC SERVICESCriminal Justice TechnologyCorrectionsLaw EnforcementPeace Officer Basic AcademyPeace Officer Basic Academy (1-Year Certificate)Social Services TechnologyPrograms lead to an Associates Degree unless otherwise noted.* Tuition reciprocity with West Virginia counties: Brooke, Hancock, Jackson, Marshall, Ohio, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Tyler, Wetzel, Wirt and Wood.**Not accepting new students into this program for 2017-2018.A variety of certificates of completion (4 to 14 classes in a related area) can be earned -- see details in the online catalog.Updated April 14, 20172017 - 2018 CATALOG4
ASSOCIATE DEGREE REQUIREMENTSWHAT IS THE ASSOCIATE DEGREE?Students who complete two-year academic programs at Washington State are awarded an associate degree. Associate of Applied Business (A.A.B.) is awarded to Business Technologies graduates. Associate of Applied Science degree (A.A.S.) is awarded to graduates in Public Service, Health Sciences,Engineering, and Industrial Technologies. Associate of Arts (A.A.) or Associate of Science (A.S.) is awarded to graduates planning to transfer tobaccalaureate degree programs. Associate of Individualized Studies (A.I.S.) is awarded to graduates of a two-year program tailored to specificeducational needs not met by other standard programs. Associate of Technical Studies (A.T.S.) is awarded to graduates of a two-year program tailored to an individuallyplanned technical education to respond to needs for specialized technical education not available in the formaldegree programs.The A.A.S. and A.A.B. degrees are designed specifically to lead to career entry or advancement. Applied Degreeprograms offer courses directly related to the technology major. Students become quickly involved in technicalcourses and continue to receive advanced education in upper level courses throughout the second year.New opportunities for transfer with A.A.S and A.A.B are constantly evolving. See an advisor in the Admissions Office forcurrent information.The A.A. and A.S. degrees are designed specifically for transfer to a four-year college or university. Degree programsare composed of courses normally required during the freshman and sophomore years of a baccalaureate program.Students complete most of the general education requirements during two years at Washington State, adding someprogram-specific courses during the second year.The Associate of Individualized Studies (A.I.S.) allows students to tailor their studies to specific educational needs not metby standard programs. In this way, the student can gain up to 40 credit hours of the 60 required by using transfer collegecredit and life experience credit. Individuals who wish to develop an individualized program of study should contact theappropriate academic division for assistance.The Associate of Technical Studies (A.T.S.) allows students to tailor their studies to respond to needs for specializedtechnical education not available in the formal degree programs. The program leading to an A.T.S. must have an areaof concentration which is equivalent to 30 semester credit hours in technical studies and clearly identifiable with a careerobjective. Individuals who wish to develop an individualized technical program of study should contact the appropriateacademic division for assistance.COLLEGE-WIDE ASSOCIATE DEGREE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSA candidate for an associate degree from Washington State Community College must have satisfied thefollowing requirements, as well as have earned a minimum of 60 semester hours of credit together with at leasta 2.0 grade point average:A. Residency requirement: A student who wishes to apply credits earned at other colleges toward the degreemust successfully complete a total of at least 20 semester hours of credit in graded courses (A,B,C,D) under thesupervision of the college, with at least a 2.00 (“C”) GPA.B. Have completed the requirements of one of the degree program as outlined in the catalog, and its addenda ineffect at the time of the beginning of the student’s most recent period of continuous enrollment.C. The Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees require completion of the Transfer Module resulting in asubstantial number of additional general education courses.D. Complete at least 15 of the last 20 credit hours at the college, unless this requirement is waived with the approvalof the appropriate academic dean and the Vice President for Academic Affairs.E. Graduating students are expected to attend commencement exercises. Degrees may be conferred in absentia.Updated April 14, 20172017 - 2018 CATALOG5
ASSOCIATE DEGREE REQUIREMENTSGENERAL EDUCATION GOALSIn addition to preparing graduates for careers oradditional education, Washington State seeks to ensurea breadth of knowledge and promote intellectual inquiryfor all students. Upon completion of an associate degreeprogram, a Washington State graduate will demonstrateknowledge and skills in five key areas.1. Communication: Use various forms of communicationeffectively as a communicator and as an observer.2. Critical Thinking: Select and use effective approachesto solving a wide variety of problems as demonstratedby the ability to think critically, draw reasonableconclusions, and defend those conclusions rationally.CATALOG IN EFFECTThe curriculum requirements for graduation arethose in effect at the time the student enrolls. Thoserequirements will govern the student’s eligibilityto graduate as long as the student remains incontinuous enrollment. If the student does not attendclass for one semester (excluding summer), thecurriculum requirements in effect at the time of readmission will govern graduation.Students should save a .pdf copy of this catalogas a reference and guide while enrolled atWashington State Community College.3. Independent Life-Long Learning: Continue as an independentlearner engaged in a lifelong process of discovery.4. Science and Technology: Use current technology andscientific principles to adapt to a changing world.5. Understanding Values and Cultures: Demonstrate anawareness of the similarities and differences whichexpress the human experience globally.These general education goals are integrated into thedegree requirements of each associate degree programand achieved through completion of general educationcourses and courses in the technical major or majorconcentration.GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLIED DEGREES (A.A.B., A.A.S., A.I.S., & A.T.S.)The AAB, AAS, AIS and ATS will be composed of not less than 30 credit hours of general education and nontechnical (basic) studies and not more than 35 hours of technical courses. None of these degrees will exceed atotal of 65 semester hours unless approved by the college’s Vice President for Academic Affairs in order to meet aspecial requirement of the program’s professional accrediting agency.Non-Technical studies will include a component of general education with the following minimum requirements. Allgeneral education courses will be Transfer Module except where noted.ENGLISH COMPOSITION AND MATHEMATICS (minimum of 6 credit hours): English Composition3 hours Mathematics3 hours (TM course recommended)NINE CREDIT HOURS IN THREE OF THE FOUR AREAS: Speech Communication or a second English Composition3 hours (recommended) Social and Behavioral Sciences(anthropology, economics, geography, history,political science, psychology, sociology)3 hours Arts and Humanities(art, foreign language, literature, philosophy, humanities, music, theater)3 hours Natural Sciences(biology, chemistry, geology, physics, astronomy)3 hours (TM course recommended)The same course cannot count toward both the social and behavioral sciences requirement and the arts andhumanities requirement. Courses meeting the requirement in the arts or humanities may include studio courses andspecial topics courses.NON-TECHNICAL (BASIC) (15 credit hours): Three credit hours in computer skills such as PC Applications or similar course. (Recommended - Exception may bemade for programs that embed significant computer skills within their curriculum.) Twelve additional credit hours in basic and related coursework appropriate to the degree.Updated April 14, 20172017 - 2018 CATALOG6
ASSOCIATE DEGREE REQUIREMENTSASSOCIATE OF APPLIED BUSINESS COURSEDISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTSThe Associate of Applied Business (A.A.B.) is awardedto students who successfully complete one of theprescribed curricula in business technologies. Thedegree is designed to prepare technicians and paraprofessionals for immediate entry into the workforceupon graduation. Both technical and non-technicalcourses are required for the A.A.B.A.A.B. Non-technical Course RequirementsThe A.A.B. degree requires 30 semester credits of nontechnical studies. Courses may be in two categories:1. General education requirements consisting of courses inwritten communication, oral communication, social andbehavioral sciences, and arts and humanities. Theserequirements also include courses in the natural sciencesand in mathematics.2. Basic related courses include a core of courses basic tothe technical field and closely related to the specialty.Since the non-technical course requirements vary witheach program, the student should check the coursesrequired in each program or major.A.A.B. Technical Course RequirementsFor graduation, 30-35 credit hours in technical coursesclearly identified with the technical skills, proficiency,and knowledge required for career competency, asprescribed by the academic program. A minimum of 60up to a maximum of 65 total credit hours is required forgraduation depending upon the specific requirements ofeach degree program.ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE COURSEDISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTSThe Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) is awarded tostudents who successfully complete one of the prescribedcurricula in industrial, engineering, health or publicservice. The degree is designed to prepare techniciansand para-professionals for immediate entry into theworkforce upon graduation. Both technical and nontechnical courses are required for the A.A.S.A.A.S. Non-technical Course RequirementsThe A.A.S. requires a minimum 30 semester credits ofnon-technical studies. Courses may be in two categories:1. General Education requirements consisting of courses inwritten communication, oral communication, social andbehavioral sciences, and arts and humanities. Theserequirements also include courses in the natural sciencesand in mathematics.Updated April 14, 20172. Basic Related Courses include a core of courses basic tothe technical field and closely related to the specialty.Since the non-technical course requirements vary witheach program, the student should check the coursesrequired in each program or major.A.A.S. Technical Course RequirementsFor graduation, 30-35 credit hours is required intechnical courses clearly identified with the technicalskills, proficiency, and knowledge required for careercompetency, as prescribed by the academic program.A minimum of 60 up to a maximum of 65 total credithours is required for graduation depending upon thespecific requirements of each degree program.ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE COURSEDISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTSThe Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree is awarded tostudents who successfully complete the requirementsfor the degree with a concentration in arts, humanities,business or education, or other areas. The degree isdesigned for students wishing to complete the first twoyears of a Bachelor of Arts degree, as well as thosedesiring two years of a general education with emphasisin the arts, social sciences or humanities. To earn anA.A., a total of 60-65 credit hours of work must becompleted, including the 36-40 hours earned in theTransfer Module.General Education Course Requirements for the A.A. (includesTransfer Module) Communication Skills: Two Transfer Module courses inEnglish composition, plus a minimum of one course inspeech communication for a total of 9 semester hours. Mathematics and Computer Science: At least one coursein mathematics that meets Transfer Module criteriaof building on three years of college preparatory orequivalent mathematics. In addition, a minimum of onecourse in computer science (Transfer Module or NonTransfer Module), either a microcomputer applicationsor a computer programming course to total at least 6semester hours Natural Sciences: A minimum of 6 Transfer Module credithours, including at least one laboratory course. Social and Behavioral Sciences: A minimum of 9 TransferModule credit hours, selected from at least two subjectareas. Arts and Humanities: A minimum of 9 Transfer Modulecredit hours selected from at least two areas. Additional electives to make up 36-40 total hours ofTransfer Module Courses.2017 - 2018 CATALOG7
ASSOCIATE DEGREE REQUIREMENTSASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE COURSE DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)Major Concentration Requirement for the A.A.Students in an A.A. program must take at least 12 credit hours in an area of major concentration other than science,engineering, or mathematics, as prescribed by the chosen curriculum and approved by the student’s academic advisor.Recommended Electives for the A.A. DegreeThe remaining courses to meet the 60-65 credit hours required for the degree should be selected based on thechosen curriculum, the academic requirements of the institution to which the student plans to transfer, and theapproval of the academic advisor. One to three credits in physical activity/recreation courses may be applied to thedegree.Based on foreign language courses completed in high school and requirements of the chosen program at thetransfer institution, students may choose to complete one year of foreign language at Washington State.ASSOCIATE OF INDIVIDUALIZED STUDIES COURSE DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTSThe Associate of Individualized Study (A.I.S.) is awarded to students who successfully complete an individuallydesigned curricula prescribed to meet specific career goals. Students must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 60semester credit hours in a well-planned, unique program to serve an educational objective that could not be servedthrough another degree program at the college.General Education Requirements for the A.I.S.The five general education goals will be included in each individually-designed curriculum, for a minimum of 30semester credits of general and basic related course work including the general education course requirements.Major Concentration Requirement for the A.I.S.The program leading to the A.I.S. must contain an area of concentration consisting of a minimum of 30 up to amaximum of 35 semester credit hours formed either by:1. An intra-college, interdisciplinary, but coherent combination of courses drawn from a minimum of two and a maximumof four instructional areas of study; or2. Up to 45 semester credit hours awarded by the college for documentable educational experiences or coursescompleted at another college judged by Washington State to be of college level; or3. An unusual but academically coherent combination of technical and general studies courses.Upon petitioning for acceptance into the A.I.S. program, a representative of Enrollment Management, the student’scommittee, and the student will determine the remaining required courses. Once students are accepted into theprogram, they must complete at least 20 credit hours within the approved A.I.S. program with at least half in thearea of the approved concentration. Students with less than 30 credit hours remaining toward a degree must havethe approval of the Vice President for Academic Affairs to enroll in the program.Updated April 14, 20172017 - 2018 CATALOG8
ASSOCIATE DEGREE REQUIREMENTSASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE COURSE DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTSThe Associate of Science (A.S.) degree is awarded to students who successfully complete the requirements for thedegree with a concentration in mathematics, science or engineering. The degree is designed for students wishingto complete the first two years of a Bachelor of Science degree, as well as those desiring two years of a generaleducation with emphasis in natural science or mathematics. For a student to earn an A.S. degree, a total of 60-65credit hours of work must be completed, including the 36-40 hours earned in the Transfer Module. Total courserequirements for the A.S. degree are described below.General Education Course Requirements for the A.S. Degree (includes Transfer Module) Communication Skills: Two Transfer Module courses in English composition, plus a minimum of one course in speechcommunication for a total of 9 semester hours. Mathematics and Com
Updated April 1 2017 2017 - 2018 CATALOG 4 PROGRAM LISTING Programs lead to an Associates Degree unless otherwise noted. * Tuition reciprocity with West Virginia counties: Brooke, Hancock, Jackson, Marshall, Ohio, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Tyler, Wetzel, Wirt and Wood.
