Program Outcomes
Associate in Science for Transfer
Description
Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary course of study that draws on science, economics, and mathematics to produce an understanding of the complex interactions between humans and the environment. The Associate in Science in Environmental Science for Transfer Degree provides students with a core curriculum to develop key skills for applying biological, physical, and chemical scientific principles to the study of the environment. Students will also develop skills for critical/analytical thinking and problem-solving that are needed to develop solutions to environmental problems at the local, national, and global level.
Students who complete the Associate in Science in Environmental Science for Transfer Degree receive priority admission to the California State University system, although admission to a specific campus is not guaranteed.
The Associate in Science in Environmental Science for Transfer Degree prepares students for transfer to a 4-year university for further study to prepare for a wide variety of careers. Environmental scientists typically use their knowledge and skills to protect the environment and human health. They may clean up polluted areas, advise policymakers, or work with government and industry to reduce waste and improve environmental conditions. Other career possibilities are academia, environmental law, environmental consulting, biodiversity conservation, and resource management.
