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Undergraduate Catalog 2025-2026
Liberal Arts & Sciences: Mathematics and Science (A.S.)
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The Mathematics and Science A.S. program is a university-parallel program. Depending on the selection of electives students will be prepared to transfer to a 4-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in biological science, physical science, chemistry, biotechnology, mathematics, forestry, or other related fields. Advisors can help identify suitable transfer programs and help students choose appropriate elective courses. To help match course selections to academic and career goals, three specializations are offered.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Mathematics and Science A.S. degree program is to provide the community with an equitable and high-quality math and science education that supports transfer and career goals.
Program Learning Outcomes
All Specializations/General:
- Cultivate mathematical knowledge and skills.
- Explain the scientific method.
- Master a knowledge base in the scientific field.
Timely Graduation Considerations
It is recommended that students entering the Mathematics and Science program have completed four years of high school mathematics and as much science as possible, including chemistry and physics. Students with less preparation may need extra time to complete all degree requirements.
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General/No Specialization
Total Program Credits: 60-64
Notes:
- Notes for Mathematics Courses:
-Students that place into MAT 114 should utilize the General Elective for MAT 114 .
-Students that place into MAT 143 should utilize a Math/Science/Computer Elective for MAT 143 . - It is recommended that the Math/Science/Computer elective be used to focus on a particular branch of math or science.
Math/Science/Computer Electives that will fulfill this requirement are:
-Math MAT 143 , MAT 151 , MAT 152 , MAT 162 , MAT 241 , MAT 251 , MAT 263 , MAT 264
-Science AES 100 , AES 100L , AES 105 , AES 105L , BIO 131 , BIO 131L , BIO 151 , BIO 152 , BIO 171 , BIO 172 , BIO 205 , BIO 253 , BIO 290 , BIO 291 , CHE 171 , CHE 171L , CHE 172 , CHE 172L , CHE 205 ,
CHE 205L , CHE 206 , CHE 206L , GEO 106 , GEO 106L , GEO 151 , GEO 151L , GEO 152 , GEO 152L , PHY 103 , PHY 104 , PHY 105 , PHY 205 , PHY 206 , PHY 211 , PHY 212 , SCI 103 , SCI 103L , SCI 104 , SCI 104L
-Computer CSC 111 Biology Specialization
The Biology specialization prepares students to enter a four-year institution as a Biology major or a related area such as Biotechnology, Genetics, Ecology, Physiology, Environmental Biology, Microbiology, Medical Technology, or any of the wide variety of other Biological Sciences. In addition, this is the appropriate specialization for preparation to become a Medical Doctor, Dentist, Veterinarian, or Pharmacist. The Biology specialization provides a foundation of core classes that prepare students for further studies at a transfer institution. Completing the degree requirements will prepare students to transfer with Junior (third-year) standing into a Biology program at a SUNY four-year institution. Students planning to transfer to a non-SUNY school should consult an academic advisor to ensure appropriate course selections. Biology Program Learning Outcomes - Explain the molecular and cellular basis of life, including cell structure, membrane transport, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, protein synthesis, and cellular division.
- Outline the mechanisms of inheritance and evolution.
- Summarize basic plant structure and modes of reproduction.
- Illustrate the diversity of life, including prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms and the classification of animals.
- Characterize animal structure and function, including organ system anatomy and physiology.
- Discuss the methods used by organisms to respond and adapt to their environment.
Total Program Credits: 60-64
Notes:
- Depending on goals and math placement, students may switch the order of the General Biology and General Chemistry sequences, taking CHE 171 /171L in semester 1, CHE 172 /172L and BIO 151 in semester 2, and BIO 152 in semester 3.
- Students that place into MAT 114 and/or MAT 143 will utilize General Elective Credits for the MAT 114 and/or MAT 143 courses.
Chemistry Specialization
Chemistry is the science of the structure, properties, and reactions of matter. It is both a basic science, fundamental to an understanding of the world we live in, and a practical science with an enormous number and variety of important applications. Knowledge of chemistry is fundamental to an understanding of biology and biochemistry and of certain aspects of geology, astronomy, physics, and engineering. The Chemistry degree specialization emphasizes fundamental laws and principles both in the lecture and in the laboratory. Students experience a spectrum of chemistry instruction from physical, inorganic, and organic. Students entering this specialization will be prepared for transfer to a 4-year institution in any of a number of chemistry-related degree programs in Agriculture, Biochemistry, Education, Engineering, Environmental Science, Forensics, Hazardous Waste Management, and other related fields. Chemistry Program Learning Outcomes - Apply knowledge of reaction stoichiometry.
- Perform calculations involving aqueous solutions and equilibria.
- Analyze the reactions of organic compounds in depth.
- Predict and interpret spectrographic analysis for organic compounds.
- Operate laboratory equipment, chemicals, and instruments responsibly and effectively to perform experiments, interpret data, and prepare clean written reports.
Total Program Credits: 60-64
Notes:
- It is recommended that the Math/Science/Computer elective be used to focus on a particular branch of math or science.
Math/Science/Computer Electives that will fulfill this requirement are:
-Math MAT 143 , MAT 151 , MAT 152 , MAT 162 , MAT 241 , MAT 251 , MAT 263 , MAT 264
-Science AES 100 , AES 100L , AES 105 ,AES 105L , BIO 131 , BIO 131L , BIO 151 , BIO 152 , BIO 171 , BIO 172 , BIO 205 , BIO 253 , BIO 290 , BIO 291 , CHE 171 , CHE 171L , CHE 172 , CHE 172L ,CHE 205 , CHE 205L , CHE 206 , CHE 206L , GEO 106 , GEO 106L , GEO 151 , GEO 151L , GEO 152 , GEO 152L , PHY 103 , PHY 104 , PHY 105 , PHY 205 , PHY 206 , PHY 211 , PHY 212 , SCI 103 , SCI 103L , SCI 104 , SCI 104L
-Computer CSC 111 Mathematics Specialization
The Mathematics specialization will prepare students to enter a four-year institution as a Mathematics major with junior status. The specialization includes Calculus I, II, and III, Linear Algebra, Statistics, as well as Differential Equations, Discrete Math, or Statistics II, all of which are part of the first two years at a typical college or university. In addition, there is also a science sequence required, as well as math/science electives. Students entering this specialization will be prepared for transfer to an institution in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or Math Education. Mathematics Program Learning Outcomes - Utilize critical thinking skills and mathematics to solve problems.
- Prove concepts and theorems using mathematical terminology.
- Utilize technology to solve problems.
- Approximate solutions when they are impossible to find.
- Apply statistical analysis to problem solving.
Total Program Credits: 60-64
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