Liberal Arts and Science - Manchester Community College ...

DEGREES
Liberal Arts and Science, A.S. Degree
Program Design
The Liberal Arts and Science Associate of Arts degree program provides
students with a broad background preparing them to move directly into the
workforce or for transfer to a bachelor’s degree program at another college or
university. Students planning to continue their education in a baccalaureate
degree major such as agriculture, biology, chemistry, environmental science,
geology, physics or psychology will be well served by the Liberal Arts curriculum.
By following the curriculum guidelines detailed on this page and by working
with an advisor to choose courses related to the student’s interests, a student
can, in a sense, customize his or her own degree program.
Curriculum
Students may enroll in this program full-or part-time. For any student who is
not prepared for the required mathematics and English courses, MCC offers
a wide range of developmental classes.
At least 62 semester hours of credit are required in this program
60
General Education Requirements
ENG* 101 Composition 3
ENG* 200 Advanced Composition 3
Gen Ed Mode 1 3
Gen Ed Choose two of the following:
MAT* 146, MAT* 148, MAT* 165,
MAT* 222, MAT* 250, MAT* 256 6-9
Gen Ed Natural Science — Choose one
of the following pairs:
BIO* 121 and BIO* 122, or
CHE* 121 and CHE* 122, or
PHY* 121 and PHY* 122, or
PHY* 221 and PHY* 222 8
Gen Ed Social Science — Choose one
ANT* 101, PSY* 111, or SOC* 101 3
Gen Ed choose one additional course in any mode 3
Liberal Arts and Science Requirements
Subtotal: 29-32
ENG* 110 Introduction to Literature 3
Choose one ENG* 232, ENG* 263, ENG* 243, ENG* 221,
ENG* 222, ENG* 245, ENG* 246, or ENG* 262 3
Philosophy: Choose one of the following:
PHL* 101, PHL* 111, PHL* 131, or PHL* 151 3
History: Choose one of the following:
HIS* 101 or HIS* 102 3
Choose one of the following:
HIS* 121, HIS* 122, HIS* 201, HIS* 202,
HIS* 215, HIS* 218, HIS* 224, HIS* 242,
HIS* 270, HIS* 280, HIS* 272, or HIS* 284 3
Choose one ECN* 101, GEO* 101 or POL* 111 3
Subtotal: 18
Electives
Elective Liberal Arts and Science — Choose 5 or
Liberal Arts and Science — Choose 4 and 15
1 undesignated elective
Total Credits Required: 62-65
Foreign Language Requirements
Although the Associate in Science program does not require the study of a
language, the college or university to which a student wishes to transfer may
require two or four semesters of a foreign language. These requirements may
be met at MCC.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will
1. Read, write and communicate analytically in forms that involve and
document outside sources.
2. Understand the major literary, artistic and philosophical features of
western and non-western cultures.
3. Define the concept and function of culture.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the major developments in western
civilization.
5. Understand world events in terms of social scientific theories and
paradigms.
6. Demonstrate the ability to conduct meaningful research.
7. Use mathematical tools and technology to create mathematical
models.
8. Analyze and solve problems numerically, graphically and symbolically.
9. Use appropriate techniques to gather and analyze data.
10. Apply the scientific method to solving problems.
11. Understand and apply scientific principles.
12. Work with others, including culturally and intellectually diverse peoples;
think critically; and gain an appreciation for life-long learning.
Students selecting Liberal Arts and Sciences as a major who have 15 credits
or fewer may be eligible to enroll in the Guaranteed Admissions Program
with the University of Connecticut. Check with the MCC Admissions Office or
Counseling Center for further information.
In addition, the graduate will complete the comprehensive learning outcomes
identified with the General Education Component.
WARNING: All course numbers in the Connecticut Community College System
are in the process of change. For up-to-date information on any course number,
contact the MCC Registrar’s Office.
Division of Mathematics, Science & Health Careers: 860-512-2703 or www.mcc.commnet.edu