Natural Science

The Associate of Science degree in Natural Science allows a student to explore basic studies in general and environmental biology, chemistry, geology and physics.* Students also have the opportunity to prepare for more advanced study toward a baccalaureate degree by completing the broad general education requirements of the core curriculum.

Science is one of the fastest-growing components of the LSC-O curriculum. Students graduating with the Natural Science degree are ready to pursue further study leading to careers in research, environmental science, pharmacy, health care, engineering, energy exploration, education and a wide range of other exciting and challenging fields.

Dean of Health Sciences & Workforce Technology

Gina Simar

Phone: (409) 882-3311

Fax: (409) 882-5000

Allied Health Bldg., Rm. 120

 

Gina.Simar@lsco.edu

Natural Science (AS) Associate of Science

This is a foundation for most four-year science degree or premedical curricula. This is a recommended curriculum only. Some courses may be taken in different order and students do not have to complete the degree in four semesters.

Course Subject Course Title Credit Hours
First Semester
ENGL 1301 Composition I 3
MATH 2312 Pre-Calculus Math 3
SCIENCE Life and Physical Sciences * 4
COMMUNICATION Communication * 3
HIST American History * 3
Total Hours: 16
Second Semester
ENGL 1302 Composition II 3
GOVT 2305 Federal Government 3
SCIENCE Life and Physical Sciences * 4
HIST American History * 3
Elective Creative Arts * 3
Total Hours: 16
Third Semester
GOVT 2306 Literature * 3
SCIENCE Life and Physical Sciences * 4
Elective Social and Behavioral Sciences * 3
Elective Component Area Option * 3
Elective Language, Philosophy, and Culture * 3
Total Hours: 16
Fourth Semester
SCIENCE/MATH Life and Physical Sciences * OR Mathematics * 4
SCIENCE Life and Physical Sciences * 4
SCIENCE Life and Physical Sciences * 4
Total Hours: 12
Grand Total: 60

*Core Curriculum Options 

**Students must check with the institution they are planning to transfer to for advice on which Math works best for their major.