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2017-2018 College Catalog 
    
2017-2018 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Environmental Science & Natural Resources AS


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Program Description

This degree is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in agriculture, conservation, environmental science, or natural resource management (such as forestry, range or wildlife sciences).

For More Information Contact: School of Science and Mathematics
Metro Campus: (918) 595-7334 ♦ Northeast Campus: (918) 595-7542
Southeast Campus: (918) 595-7742 ♦ West Campus: (918) 595-8193


Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program you will be able to:

  • Apply core concepts of biology when explaining ecological processes.
  • Apply scientific method to solve environmental or natural resource problems.
  • Illustrate scientific data using graphs, tables, or text.
  • Integrate knowledge from several disciplines around a central ecological theme.
  • Communicate scientific information using oral, written or digital techniques.
  • Identify environmental or natural resource issues in society.
  • Use instrumentation and proper field and laboratory techniques.
  • Find and evaluate scientific literature relevant to the environment or natural resources.

Careers

Search careers related to Environmental Science & Natural Resources at TCC Career Explorer and visit TCC Career Services to learn more about our free career planning and job preparation services.


Student Organizations

Network with other science majors through participation in the Club of Medical and Natural Sciences at the southeast campus or the Sci-π Club at the west campus.  For more information speak with your science professor or inquire at the Student Life office on campus.


Degree Requirements

View a semester-by-semester course plan of study on the Environmental Science & Natural Resources Degree Map.  

General Education Requirements Credit Hours: 38


Specialized Course Requirements Credit Hours: 24-25


Controlled Electives 3-4 hours


Students should take courses that will transfer to the college/university they plan to attend.

Total Credit Hours: 62-63


To receive an A.A. or A.S. degree, students must demonstrate computer proficiency.

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