Associate of Science Track 2 - Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, and Atmospheric Sciences
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Catalog Description
The Associate of Science Track 2 (AS-T2) transfer degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to specific science majors at baccalaureate institutions (four-year colleges and universities). Students pursuing this degree are strongly encouraged to select a Track 2 Specialization or MRP (Major Related Program) which will provide more focused requirements for students wishing to major in a specific area. These specializations meet the general Track 2 requirements while providing major-specific coursework intended to prepare the student for transfer to a baccalaureate institution with junior standing.
Students who are not working toward a specialization are discouraged from simply picking classes off the general Track 2 course list without the help of a TCC advisor who understands the Associate of Science requirements, as this may significantly extend the time required to earn a Bachelor’s degree.
Track 2 specializations include:
Astronomy
Atmospheric Science
Computer Engineering
and Physics
These specializations may be found on the pages following the Track 2 general degree requirements.
In addition, Track 2 includes four extended MRP degrees for those majoring in engineering disciplines. These MRPs require more than 90 credits to better prepare engineering students to meet the prerequisites in their chosen area of study.
The four AS-T2 MRP degrees are:
Associate of Science in Bioengineering and Chemical Engineering (MRP)
Associate of Science in Civil and Mechanical Engineering (MRP)
Associate of Science in Computer and Electrical Engineering (MRP)
Associate of Science in Material Science and Manufacturing Engineering (MRP)
The MRP requirements may be found on the pages following the Track 2 specializations.
PLEASE NOTE:
Many classes required for the Associate of Science Degree are offered only once or twice a year. Students should work closely with Associate of Science advisors to plan their programs of study, including elective courses.
This degree does NOT satisfy all General Education requirements of baccalaureate institutions. Like students who begin their science studies at baccalaureate institutions as freshmen, students who transfer with Associate of Science degrees will typically be required to complete some general education requirements during their junior and senior years.
Students pursuing this degree are strongly advised to contact their potential transfer institutions early regarding the specific course choices in each area of the degree. In addition, students should check with their potential transfer institutions about minimum GPA requirements, possible higher minimum GPA requirements in selected subsets of courses, and minimum grade requirements in specific courses.