The Associate in General Education curriculum is designed for the academic enrichment of students who wish to broaden their education, with emphasis on personal interest, growth, and development. Course work includes study in the areas of humanities and fine arts, social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences and mathematics, and English composition. Opportunities for the achievement of competence in reading, writing, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills, and the basic use of computers will be provided. Through these skills, students will have a sound base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for advancements within their field of interest and become better qualified for a wide range of employment opportunities.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Associate in General Education Program, the graduate should be able to:
- Compose documents at the college level using organized content, conventional mechanics, usage and grammar, and appropriate formatting.
- Compute and analyze data using mathematical methods to solve problems.
- Critically analyze information sources for credibility and academic appropriateness.
- Communicate effectively using speech appropriate to the audience.
- Identify and apply fundamental scientific concepts & tools.
- Demonstrate how culture and context inform our world.
Associate in General Education Checklist
Communications
Select Two Communications Courses: COM-110, COM-120, COM-231, ENG-110, ENG-111, ENG-112, ENG-114
Humanities/Fine Arts
Select One Course from the Humanities/Fine Arts Courses for 3 credit hours: ART-111, ART-114, ART-115, DRA-111, DRA-115, ENG-231, ENG-232, ENG-241, ENG-242, HUM-115, MUS-110, MUS-112, PHI-240, REL-110, REL-211, REL-212, REL-221
Social/Behavioral Sciences
Take 3 Credits from: HIS-111, HIS-112, HIS-121, HIS-131, HIS-132, ECO-251, ECO-252, POL-120, PSY-150, SOC-210, SOC-220, SOC-225
Natural Sciences/Mathematics
Take 3 or 4 Credits from: BIO-111, BIO-140, BIO-168, CHM-151, MAT-110, MAT-143, MAT-152, MAT-171
Other Requirements
Take 2 Groups
Group 1 - Take ACA-122
Group 2 - Take 48 Credits from any course 110 level or higher (Important: A maximum of 7 SHC in health, physical education, college orientation, and/or study skills may be included. Selected topics or seminar courses may be included in a program of study up to a maximum of three semester hours credit.)
Total Credit Hours: 64-65