This program provides students with a strong foundation in chemistry, covering the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of substances. Courses in general chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, and calculus are required. Upon completion of this degree, students will demonstrate proficiency in chemistry concepts and scientific communication, and apply critical thinking skills to problem solving.

The Associate in Science in Chemistry for Transfer degree (AS-T) prepares students to transfer into the CSU system to complete a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, or a major deemed similar by a CSU campus.  Students earning an associate degree for transfer and meeting the CSU minimum transfer admission requirements are guaranteed admission with junior standing within the CSU system. Students are also given priority admission consideration to their local CSU campus but not to a particular campus or major. Upon transfer, students will be required to complete no more than 60 additional prescribed units to earn a bachelor’s degree.

To earn the Associate in Science in Chemistry for Transfer degree, students must complete 60 CSU-transferable semester units with a minimum grade point average of 2.0, including both of the following:

✔ completion of all courses required for the major with grades of “C” or better; and

✔ completion of the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum for Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (IGETC for STEM) pattern.(Students transferring to a CSU campus must complete Area 1C Oral Communication to be eligible for admission.)

NOTE: The California State University General Education Breadth pattern (CSU GE) is NOT an option for this degree.

The exact wording of the law pertaining to associate degrees for transfer may be found in Education Code Section 66746.

It is highly recommended that, prior to transferring, students complete courses that satisfy the CSU United States History, Constitution and American Ideals graduation requirement. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

RESTRICTION: International coursework from non-United States regionally accredited institutions cannot be applied to associate degrees for transfer.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate proficiency in chemistry concepts by scoring above the national median in the subject matter ACS (American Chemical Society) exams.

✔ Demonstrate proficiency in scientific communication.

✔ Apply critical thinking skills to problem solving.

The curriculum in Real Estate provides individuals with the technical knowledge and academic background to be competitive in the real estate industry. Successful coursework completion allows individuals to sit for the California Real Estate Salesperson Examination. (For up-to-date licensing requirements refer to the California Department of Real Estate at http://dre.ca.gov.) Career opportunities in real estate and related occupations include real estate salesperson, loan processor, property manager and escrow and title officer. For the degree, students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:

✔ Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements;

✔ California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE) pattern;

✔ Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

The curriculum in Real Estate provides individuals with the technical knowledge and academic background to be competitive in the real estate industry. Successful coursework completion allows individuals to sit for the California Real Estate Salesperson Examination. (For up-to-date licensing requirements refer to the California Department of Real Estate at http://dre.ca.gov.) Career opportunities in real estate and related occupations include real estate salesperson, loan processor, property manager and escrow and title officer. For the degree, students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:

✔ Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements;

✔ California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE) pattern;

✔ Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

The curriculum in Marketing prepares students for positions as salespersons, business persons, merchandisers and marketing managers. For the degree, students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:

✔ Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements;

✔ California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE) pattern;

✔ Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

The curriculum in Marketing prepares students for positions as salespersons, business persons, merchandisers and marketing managers. For the degree, students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:

✔ Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements;

✔ California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE) pattern;

✔ Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

The curriculum in Management prepares students for entry-level management positions. For the degree, students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:

✔ Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements;

✔ California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE) pattern;

✔ Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

The curriculum in Management prepares students for entry-level management positions. For the degree, students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:

✔ Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements;

✔ California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE) pattern;

✔ Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

This degree provides foundational business skills for entrepreneurs in any discipline and is fully customizable to fit students’ goals. Students receive classroom learning mixed with apprenticeships and internships to help them launch new ventures. The program offers a robust core of business classes for those interested in starting a business with an opportunity to focus on managing capital. Students completing this program will have a solid understanding of accounting practices for their enterprise. In addition, students will identify and design sustainable, socially-minded business opportunities. For the degree, students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:

✔ Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements;

✔ California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE) pattern;

✔ Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

This degree provides foundational business skills for entrepreneurs in any discipline and is fully customizable to fit students’ goals. Students receive classroom learning mixed with apprenticeships and internships to help them launch new ventures. The program offers a robust core of business classes for those interested in starting a business with an opportunity to focus on managing capital. Students completing this program will have a solid understanding of accounting practices for their enterprise. In addition, students will identify and design sustainable, socially-minded business opportunities. For the degree, students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:

✔ Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements;

✔ California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE) pattern;

✔ Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.

Successful completion of the curriculum in general business prepares students for entry-level positions in business. For the degree, students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:

✔ Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements;

✔ California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE) pattern;

✔ Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

✔ Analyze and critically evaluate information to solve a variety of business problems.

✔ Evaluate and use appropriate technology in the changing business environment.

✔ Display competency in the functional area of business related to the student's certificate or degree.

✔ Analyze ethical and social issues and make business decisions that reflect professional responsibility.