The Associate of Science degree in Pre-Nursing and Allied Health Science prepares students for transfer to a two-year Associate Degree in Nursing, a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree in nursing, or other health science career programs. Students majoring in Nursing or any other Allied Health major should inquire with a counselor regarding major courses and transfer institution requirements.

The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree. Successful completion of the transfer degree in Political Science guarantees the student acceptance to a local California State University to pursue a baccalaureate degree and prepares students for law school, teaching, public relations, journalism, government service on the local, state and national levels, and private employment where government institutions are involved.

Learning Outcomes
✔ Demonstrate critical thinking skills and formulate a thesis in a written and/or oral format.
✔ Demonstrate a basic knowledge of political institutions and processes of American government.
✔ Demonstrate how individuals by applying their political science skills can make a difference in their local communities.

The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer degree provides a foundation in physics and mathematics for students planning to transfer into a baccalaureate program in physics or physics education. Successful completion of the transfer degree in Physics guarantees the student acceptance to a local California State University to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Physics or a related field.

Learning Outcomes
✔ Apply appropriate physical laws and mathematical techniques to analyze various physical situations.
✔ Perform various scientific experiments and analyze data to check agreement with theoretical predictions.

The Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree. Successful completion of the transfer degree in Philosophy guarantees the student acceptance to a California State University to pursue a baccalaureate degree. The transfer degree prepares students who plan to teach philosophy, or who plan to study theology or law, and establishes a foundation for graduate studies in the areas of liberal arts, critical theory, international relations, cognitive science and specialized historical studies.\

Learning Outcomes
✔ Demonstrate knowledge of the discipline of philosophy.
✔ Demonstrate an ability to analyze and evaluate topics and problems in a way that comports with philosophic method.

The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or similar major. Completion of the degree also provides guaranteed admission with junior status to the CSU system in Nutrition and Dietetics or similar major. Please consult a counselor regarding specific course requirements for your transfer institution. 

Learning Outcomes
✔ Effectively demonstrate knowledge of nutrition science including an analysis of information sources, and an examination of the scientific method in relation to current nutrition research.
✔ Analyze and explain the relationship between diet, lifestyle, and health outcomes, within the framework of cultural and social influences.

The associate degree in biological science prepares students for preprofessional careers and a curriculum in a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree in such areas as microbiology, botany, zoology, molecular biology and teaching. The biologist is also prepared to enter graduate or professional programs of specialized study such as medicine, dentistry, medical technology, osteopathy, veterinary medicine, agriculture, forestry, optometry, cell biology, molecular biology and dental hygiene.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Students will successfully complete the sequence of biology courses needed for transfer (Biology 211 and 212)
✓ Students will successfully transfer to universities.

The Biology Associate in Science for Transfer degree (AS-T) prepares students for coursework leading to a baccalaureate degree in Biology at the CSU system. Please, consult a counselor regarding specific course requirements for your transfer institution. Completion of the AS-T degree also provides guaranteed admission with junior standing to the CSU system, although does not guarantee admission to a specific campus or major. Students earning a Biology AS-T should select either IGETC for STEM or CSU-GE for STEM to complete the general education requirement.

See Associate Degrees for Transfer for IGETC for STEM and CSU-GE for STEM requirements.

Upon completion of the Biology AS-T degree, students will have the necessary foundation for upper-division coursework as biology majors. The Biology AS-T is a starting point for students who are preparing for careers in biological sciences, biomedical sciences and related fields including research, consulting and government work, where scientific and technical skills are in high demand.

NOTE: Completion of IGETC for STEM or CSU-GE for STEM is recommended for the general education portion of this degree. For those completing IGETC for STEM and planning to meet the CSU admission requirement an oral communication course, IGETC Area 1A, must be included.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Students will successfully complete the sequence of biology courses needed for transfer (Biology 211 and 212, or Biology 211 and 214).
✓ Students will successfully transfer to universities

The associate degree in biotechnology prepares students for careers in a wide variety of industries or for curriculum at four-year institutions leading to a baccalaureate degree in such areas as molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology and biomanufacturing. These fields provide career opportunities in biotechnology, biomanufacturing, research and development, and teaching. See counseling for transfer requirements.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Students will know how to genetically engineer a gene, subclone and express it to obtain a purified sample of a genetically engineered protein.

Associate of Arts degree in Modern LanguagesThe Associate of Arts degree in Modern Languages is designed to meet the needs of both the student who wishes to transfer to a four-year institution and the student who wishes to achieve basic conversational ability in the language. Completion of the associate in arts degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree and to possible careers requiring profiency in multiple languages. The associate degree in modern languages requires the following: Completion of a minimum of 21 units total. Completion of a minimum of 13 units in any one language including courses numbered 201 and 202. Completion of 5 units in a second language. Completion of a minimum of 3 units of restricted electives.

Learning Outcomes
✔ Comprehension and application of grammatical structures, appropriate vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, cultural perspectives and mores of the target language to communicate orally and in writing in the target language in culturally appropriate ways.
✔ Synthesize, analyze and evaluate target language to derive meaning of implicit and explicit written material and spoken messages in authentic cultural context.

The Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree. Employment opportunities are available as mathematicians in government, health, industry and education. Successful completion of the transfer degree in Mathematics guarantees the student acceptance to a local California State University to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Mathematics or a related field.

Learning Outcomes
✔ Create mathematical models of real world phenomena, apply those models to make predictions about the behavior of the phenomena, apply appropriate problem solving techniques and critically evaluate the veracity of the obtained results.
✔ Clearly communicate mathematical reasoning and problem solving skills using a variety of formats, diverse technologies, and appropriate mathematical vocabulary and notation.
✔ Integrate into educational and professional conduct a calm, confident, and ethical approach to mathematical reasoning and problem solving while taking personal responsibility for mathematical success.