Phoenix College Catalog 2009-10
Phoenix College Catalog 2009-10
Phoenix College Catalog 2009-10
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<strong>Phoenix</strong> <strong>College</strong> <strong>2009</strong>–20<strong>10</strong> CATALOG | 123<br />
Program and Award Types Index<br />
Your program and degree options are many and complex. It is important to obtain information related to your<br />
educational and career goals early. All students are strongly encouraged to wo rk with an academic advisor and/<br />
or counselor. Advisement Center, 602.285.71<strong>10</strong>; Counseling Department, 602.285.7392<br />
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Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree<br />
The AAS degree programs prepare students to enter specific careers or<br />
occupations. Although these career programs are not designed as transfer<br />
programs, some transfer as a “block.” See page <strong>10</strong>0.<br />
* Certificate of Completion (CCL)<br />
The Certificate of Completion programs require fewer courses than degree<br />
programs and are a good choice if you seek immediate entry into the work force<br />
or on-the-job advancement. Certificate programs can lead to an Associate in<br />
Applied Science Degree; see the above information on the AAS degree.<br />
** Academic Certificate (AC)<br />
The Academic Certificate is a defined and coherent program of study that is<br />
recommended for students who wish to gain additional expertise in an academic<br />
area. While this program of study can result in proficiency in specified skills and<br />
competencies, as well as mastery of knowledge, it is not designed to prepare<br />
someone for employment in a specific occupation. See page <strong>10</strong>1.<br />
• Transfer Options – AGEC, AA, AA in Fine Arts: Art, Dance, and Theatre, AS, AAEE,<br />
ABus/GR, ABus/SR, and ATP Degrees<br />
If you plan to complete lower-division (freshman and sophomore levels) coursework<br />
at <strong>Phoenix</strong> <strong>College</strong> before transferring to a university, these degrees are designed for<br />
you. PC faculty and staff work closely with state universities to ensure maximum<br />
transfer of credits within your selected program. Information on these options starts<br />
on page 78.<br />
• Associate in General Studies (AGS) Degree<br />
This degree is recommended for students whose educational goals<br />
require flexibility and a broader choice of classes. The AGS degree program<br />
is less appropriate if you intend to transfer to a university. AGS advisement is<br />
available to students. See page 98.<br />
The courses contained in the following programs are listed alphanumerically by subject and number and<br />
begin on page 231. For the availability of specific courses, consult the current class schedule. Not all<br />
courses are offered each semester.<br />
Occupational programs are listed alphabetically within occupational areas. See pages 124-125 for these<br />
programs and the awards. For occupational programs for all MCCCD colleges, see page <strong>10</strong>6.<br />
<strong>Phoenix</strong> <strong>College</strong> welcomes inquiries from the Spanish speaking community. Please call 602.285.71<strong>10</strong> for<br />
further information regarding liberal arts and occupational programs.<br />
<strong>Phoenix</strong> <strong>College</strong> extiende una bienvenida a preguntas de la comunidad hispana. Para mas información tocante<br />
a los programas de artes, ciencias, y ocupaciones técnicas, favor de llamar al 602.285.71<strong>10</strong>.<br />
Degree Index
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