Natural Sciences The Associate in Science degree in Natural Science (ASNS) program provides a comprehensive background in science and math designed specifically for students who plan to pursue baccalaureate studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), or who plan to continue with professional studies, such as pre-pharmacy, pre-medical, or pre-dental programs. The ASNS curriculum provides a seamless pathway for students intending to transfer into a STEM degree at a four-year institution, in particular within the UH System where students may take advantage of transfer agreements with UH Manoa, UH Hilo, and UH West O’ahu. Students may choose to concentrate in biological sciences, physical sciences, engineering, or information and communication technology. Students who plan to transfer should consult an academic advisor on best course selection. For UH Manoa or UH West O’ahu transfer, consider BOT 105, HWST 107, or PACS 108 to meet Hawaiian, Asian, and Pacific Issues (HAP) requirement. Contact the program coordinator, Dr. Elisabeth Dubuit, at 808-984-3706, or by email at edubuit@hawaii.edu for more information.
Requirements for Certificate of Competence (CO) Minimum C grade or better required in each course taken for CO. The Science Laboratory Technician program prepares students with the skills and training to work independently in a laboratory setting and acquire entrylevel laboratory technician positions. Student will gain knowledge of general laboratory techniques, learn how to operate laboratory equipment for nutrients and microbiology analyses, collect, prepare and analyze samples, as well as record, report and interpret data. This program will focus on laboratory training as it relates to environmental science, water quality and biotechnology. This certificate requires the completion of the following prerequisite courses: ENG 100, MATH 103, BIOL 101/ 101L, CHEM 151/151L or CHEM 161/161L, all with grade C or better. Science Laboratory Technician: 4 credits BIOL 152L(2), SCI 165L(1), and SCI 265L(1)2
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Graduation Requirements • Minimum Applicable: 60 credits, 100-level or higher. • Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0. • Minimum UHMC: 12 credits must be earned at UHMC toward ASNS. • Writing Intensive: Two (WI) Writing Intensive courses are required. (Note: A third WI is suggested for UH Manoa transfer).
Natural Science — Core (all concentrations) Type: Associate in Science
Core - Foundation & Diversification Requirements Applies to all concentrations: Biological Science | Physical Science | Engineering | Information & Communication Technology
Foundation Requirements Course # ENG 100 MATH 241
Title Credits Composition I 3 Calculus I 4 Global Multicultural Perspectives 6
Diversification Requirements Course #
Title Arts, Humanities, Literatures (3 credits) Social Sciences (3 credits) Natural Sciences (8 credits) Total credits:
Credits 3 3 8 27
Natural Science — Biological Sciences Concentration (AS) Type: Associate in Science Course # Title BIOL 171 General Biology I BIOL 171L General Biology I Lab BIOL 172 General Biology II BIOL 172L General Biology II Lab PHYS 151 & PHYS 151L or PHYS 170 & PHYS 170L PHYS 152 & PHYS 152L or PHYS 272 & PHYS 272L
Credits 3 1 3 1 4-5 4
