AS-Natural Science: Information and Communication Technology

Description

The curriculum in this program will allow students to complete a two year degree while fulfilling the coursework for the first two years of study towards a baccalaureate degree in one of four STEM fields of study. Students will have the option of choosing from one of four concentrations - Biological Sciences, Engineering, Information and Communications Technology, and Physical Sciences.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the certificate, students will be able to:

• Communicate STEM-field specific ideas and/or principles clearly, correctly, and effectively.
• Apply quantitative reasoning in solving mathematical, programming, biological, physical, or chemical problems, with a special emphasis on Hawaii, where appropriate.
• Analyze and apply STEM concepts and/or techniques to one of the four concentrations (I.e. Biological Sciences, Engineering, Information and Communication Technology, and Physical Sciences).

Contact Information

Program Coordinator: I-Chia Shih
Location: BS-207
Phone: (808) 455-0287
Email: shih@hawaii.edu

Program Counselor: Heather Takamatsu
Location: PS 203
Phone: (808) 455-0443
Email: haihara@hawaii.edu

Notes

Appropriate course substitutions may be made with the prior written approval of both the appropriate Division Chair and Dean.

All credits count toward the degree must be earned from the courses numbered 100 and above. 

Optional elective courses: Students may take up to four semesters of sequential Hawaiian or Second Language (HSL) courses.

Twelve, 12, credits of the requirements must be earned at Leeward CC.

Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher for all courses used to meet the degree requirement.