Laboratory Science, Associate in Applied Science

The associate in applied science degree program in Laboratory Science is designed to build the essential skills and knowledge required for entry level employment and/or transfer to a four-year college or university. The curriculum allows students with minimal science and mathematics backgrounds to enter the program and develop the skills needed to successfully complete upper level science courses. In the second year coursework, students will utilize state of the art equipment and participate in an externship. Program science courses must be completed within (5) years prior to the start date of the program to count towards completing the program. The four program focus areas are: Forensic Science, Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, and Chemical Analysis. 

A minimum of 60 credits are required for graduation.

A grade of C or better is required in all Science courses in order to continue to the next semester.

NOTE: Students who choose the 3-credit externship (as opposed to the 6-credit externship) must take an additional 3-credit elective to graduate.

NOTE: MAT021 Basic Algebra I must be taken before entry into the program.

Starting in the fall of 2014, any student enrolled in an associate degree program who is new to NECC and has no academic history at the college, must take at least one course designated as intensive in each of NECC’s six core academic skills in order to graduate. In most cases, the program’s core required courses include these intensive courses. Plan to see an advisor for more complete information about this graduation requirement.

Requirements

Select ONE of the following (6 credits):

Recommended Course Sequence Laboratory Science Associate Degree

Year 1

Fall

Spring

Year 2

Fall

Spring

Summer

Choose one of the concentrations below

Analytical Chemistry Concentration

Biotechnology Concentration

Environmental Sciences Concentration

Forensic Science Concentration