Students can earn an Associate of Science in Natural Science, which prepares them to transfer to a university to major in a number of scientific fields. Students can explore through labs, hands-on class activities, and extra-curricular opportunities. Students will gain marketable skills in empirical and quantitative analysis, critical thinking, communication, and teamwork while completing their coursework and laboratory requirements. COM offers courses in biology, chemistry, geology, and physics.
Students completing an Associate of Science (AS) degree at COM will meet the following requirements:
- Complete a minimum of 60 semester credit hours that may be comprised of courses from the Core Curriculum, institutional requirements, and Fields of Study.
- Maintain at least a 2.0 grade point average (GPA). Only credit-bearing College of the Mainland courses will be used to calculate a GPA.
- Complete last 15 credit hours toward this degree at COM, with the exception of reverse transfer.
- Satisfy TSI liability.
Full-Time Student Schedule
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework 1 or Learning Framework |
3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I 1 | 3 |
| Select from list of Approved Science Courses 1, 2 | 4 | |
| Select from one of the following: 1 | 3 | |
| College Algebra 1 | ||
| Precalculus 1 | ||
| Calculus I 1 | ||
| Creative Arts | Select from Core Curriculum 1 | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| Select from list of Approved Science Courses 1, 2 | 4 | |
| Select from one of the following: 1 | 4 | |
| Precalculus 1 | ||
| Calculus I 1 | ||
| Calculus II | ||
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II 1 | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) 1 | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness 1 | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| Select from list of Approved Science Courses 1, 2 | 4 | |
| Select from one of the following: 1 | 3 | |
| Nutrition and Diet Therapy 1 | ||
| Calculus I 1 | ||
| Calculus II 1 | ||
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) 1 | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I 1 | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking 1 or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| Select from list of Approved Science Courses 1, 2 | 4 | |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II 1 | 3 |
| Language, Philosophy and Culture | Select from Core Curriculum 1 | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Sciences | Select from Core Curriculum 1 | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 60 | |
Core Curriculum Choices
| Core Component | Course Selection | Minimum Hours Required |
|---|---|---|
| Language, Philosophy, and Culture | 1 course from the following list: ENGL 2322, ENGL 2323, ENGL 2327, ENGL 2328, ENGL 2332, ENGL 2333, ENGL 2341, ENGL 2351; HUMA 1301, HUMA 1302; PHIL 1301, PHIL 1304, PHIL 2306; SPAN 2311, SPAN 2312 | 3 |
| Creative Arts | 1 course from the following list: ARTS 1301, ARTS 1303, ARTS 1304, ARTS 1313; DRAM 1310, DRAM 2366; MUSI 1306, MUSI 1307, MUSI 1310 | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Sciences | 1 course from the following list: ECON 2301, ECON 2302; PSYC 2301, PSYC 2314; SOCI 1301, SOCI 1306 | 3 |
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Course(s) listed in the Texas Common Course Numbering System
- 2
Approved Science Course (Select four of the following courses for 16 total SCH):
- BIOL 1406, BIOL 1407, CHEM 1411, CHEM 1412, CHEM 2423, CHEM 2425, GEOL 1403, GEOL 1404, PHYS 1401, PHYS 1402, PHYS 2425, PHYS 2426
NOTE:
- Students cannot receive credit for the same course twice
- Students cannot receive credit for both PHYS 1401 and PHYS 2425
- Students cannot receive credit for both PHYS 1402 and PHYS 2426
- It is recommended that at Natural Science majors meet with an advisor to discuss area emphasis and transfer details.
- Students who know the university and area of emphasis to which they want to transfer to pursue a related bachelor’s degree should contact their advisor for guidance on the Approved Science Courses.
Part-Time Student Schedule
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework 1 or Learning Framework |
3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I 1 | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| College Algebra 1 | ||
| Precalculus 1 | ||
| Calculus I 1 | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 9 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| Select from list of Approved Science Courses 1, 2 | 4 | |
| Creative Arts | Select from Core Curriculum 1 | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 7 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| Select from one of the following: | 4 | |
| Precalculus 1 | ||
| Calculus I 1 | ||
| Calculus II 1 | ||
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II 1 | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 7 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| Select from list of Approved Science Courses 1, 2 | 4 | |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) 1 | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness 1 | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 8 | |
| Semester #5 | ||
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Nutrition and Diet Therapy 1 | ||
| Calculus I 1 | ||
| Calculus II 1 | ||
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) 1 | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking 1 or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 9 | |
| Semester #6 | ||
| Select from list of Approved Science Courses 2 | 4 | |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I 1 | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 7 | |
| Semester #7 | ||
| Select from list of Approved Science Courses 2 | 4 | |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II 1 | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 7 | |
| Semester #8 | ||
| Language, Philosophy and Culture | Select from Core Curriculum 1 | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Sciences | Select from Core Curriculum 1 | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 60 | |
Core Curriculum Choices
| Core Component | Course Selection | Minimum Hours Required |
|---|---|---|
| Language, Philosophy, and Culture | 1 course from the following list: ENGL 2322, ENGL 2323, ENGL 2327, ENGL 2328, ENGL 2332, ENGL 2333, ENGL 2341, ENGL 2351; HUMA 1301, HUMA 1302; PHIL 1301, PHIL 1304, PHIL 2306; SPAN 2311, SPAN 2312 | 3 |
| Creative Arts | 1 course from the following list: ARTS 1301, ARTS 1303, ARTS 1304, ARTS 1313; DRAM 1310, DRAM 2366; MUSI 1306, MUSI 1307, MUSI 1310 | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Sciences | 1 course from the following list: ECON 2301, ECON 2302; PSYC 2301, PSYC 2314; SOCI 1301, SOCI 1306 | 3 |
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Course(s) listed in the Texas Common Course Numbering System
- 2
Approved Science Course (Select four of the following courses for 16 total SCH):
- BIOL 1406, BIOL 1407, CHEM 1411, CHEM 1412, CHEM 2423, CHEM 2425, GEOL 1403, GEOL 1404, PHYS 1401, PHYS 1402, PHYS 2425, PHYS 2426.
NOTE:
- Students cannot receive credit for the same course twice
- Students cannot receive credit for both PHYS 1401 and PHYS 2425
- It is recommended that at Natural Science majors meet with an advisor to discuss area emphasis and transfer details.
- Students who know the university and area of emphasis to which they want to transfer to pursue a related bachelor’s degree should contact their advisor for guidance on the Approved Science Courses.
Transfer Information - Natural Science
Important Notes: The schools represented here are only a small sample of transfer options. Information is subject to change, and this suggested pathway is a guide, not a contract. Students should use this in consultation with a COM advisor, COM catalog, Texas Pathways state-wide transfer guidelines, and advisor at the transfer institution.
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University of Houston - Clear Lake (BS Biological Sciences, BS Environmental Science)
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University of Houston - Clear Lake (BS Biology)
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University of Houston (BS Biology)
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University of Houston (BS Biochemical and Biophysical Sciences)
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University of Houston - Downtown (BS Biology)
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University of Houston - Downtown (BS Chemistry with Concentration in Biochemistry)
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Texas State University - San Marcos (BS Biology)
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Texas State University - San Marcos (BS Biochemistry)
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Texas A&M University (BS Biology)
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Texas A&M University (BS Chemistry, Biological-Chemistry Track)
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Sam Houston State University (BS Biology)
University of Houston - Clear Lake (BS Biological Sciences, BS Environmental Science)
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 | Learning Framework | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| MATH 2412 | Precalculus | 4 |
| ARTS 1301 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| BIOL 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| CHEM 1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| CHEM 1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to the Humanities I | ||
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Intermediate Spanish I | ||
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Social Problems | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 61 | |
Note: Recommended Additional/Substitute Coursework: College Physics I/II, Organic Chemistry I, Organic Chemistry II
University of Houston - Clear Lake (BS Biology)
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework or Learning Framework |
3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Art History II | ||
| Theater Appreciation | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| BIOL 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| MATH 2414 | Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| CHEM 1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| CHEM 1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Introduction to Ethics (Select from one of the following:) | ||
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 61 | |
University of Houston (BS Biology)
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework or Learning Framework |
3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| ARTS 1304 or DRAM 1310 |
Art History II or Theater Appreciation |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| BIOL 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| MATH 2414 | Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| CHEM 1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| CHEM 1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II | 3 |
| PHIL 1301 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 61 | |
Note: Recommended Additional/Substitute Coursework: Calculus III, Organic Chemistry.
University of Houston (BS Biochemical and Biophysical Sciences)
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework or Learning Framework |
3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Art History II | ||
| Theater Appreciation | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| BIOL 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| MATH 2414 | Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| CHEM 1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| CHEM 1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Introduction to Ethics | ||
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 61 | |
University of Houston - Downtown (BS Biology)
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework or Learning Framework |
3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| ARTS 1303 or ARTS 1303 |
Art History I or Art History I |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| BIOL 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| MATH 2414 | Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| CHEM 1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| CHEM 1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to the Humanities I | ||
| Intro to the Humanities II | ||
| British Literature I | ||
| British Literature II | ||
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 61 | |
Note: Recommended Additional/Substitute Coursework: College Physics I, College Physics II, Organic Chemistry I.
University of Houston - Downtown (BS Chemistry with Concentration in Biochemistry)
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework or Learning Framework |
3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Art Appreciation | ||
| Art History I | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| BIOL 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| MATH 2414 | Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| CHEM 1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| CHEM 1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| World Literature I | ||
| World Literature II | ||
| British Literature I | ||
| British Literature II | ||
| Select from one of the following: | ||
| SOCI 1301 or PSYC 2301 |
Introduction to Sociology or General Psychology |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 61 | |
Texas State University - San Marcos (BS Biology)
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework or Learning Framework |
3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| ARTS 1303 or ARTS 1304 |
Art History I or Art History II |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| BIOL 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| MATH 2414 | Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| CHEM 1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| CHEM 1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Introduction to Ethics | ||
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 61 | |
Note: Recommended Additional/Substitute Coursework: College Physics I/II, Organic Chemistry I, Organic Chemistry II
Texas State University - San Marcos (BS Biochemistry)
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework or Learning Framework |
3 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| ARTS 1303 or ARTS 1304 |
Art History I or Art History II |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| BIOL 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| MATH 2414 | Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| CHEM 1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| CHEM 1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Introduction to Ethics | ||
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 61 | |
Texas A&M University (BS Biology)
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework or Learning Framework |
3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Art History I | ||
| Art History II | ||
| Music Appreciation | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| BIOL 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| MATH 1342 or MATH 2414 |
Elementary Statistical Methods or Calculus II |
3 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| CHEM 1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| CHEM 1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| American Literature I | ||
| American Literature II | ||
| British Literature I | ||
| World Literature I | ||
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Intermediate Spanish I | ||
| Intermediate Spanish II | ||
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 60 | |
Note: Recommended Additional/Substitute Coursework: College Physics I/II, Organic Chemistry I, Organic Chemistry II
Texas A&M University (BS Chemistry, Biological-Chemistry Track)
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework or Learning Framework |
3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| BIOL 1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Art History I | ||
| Art History II | ||
| Music Appreciation | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| BIOL 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| MATH 2414 | Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| CHEM 1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| CHEM 1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| American Literature I | ||
| American Literature II | ||
| British Literature I | ||
| British Literature II | ||
| Introduction to Ethics | ||
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Intermediate Spanish I | ||
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 61 | |
Sam Houston State University (BS Biology)
| Semester #1 | Semester Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 1300 or EDUC 1300 |
Learning Framework or Learning Framework |
3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1406 | Biology for Science Majors I | 4 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Art Appreciation | ||
| Art History I | ||
| Music Appreciation | ||
| American Music | ||
| Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Semester #2 | ||
| BIOL 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II | 4 |
| MATH 2414 | Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester #3 | ||
| CHEM 1411 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL 1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution & Topics) | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | U S History I | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1318 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester #4 | ||
| CHEM 1412 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| HIST 1302 | U S History II | 3 |
| Select from one of the following: | 3 | |
| World Literature I | ||
| World Literature II | ||
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Introduction to Ethics | ||
| Intermediate Spanish I | ||
| Intermediate Spanish II | ||
| ECON 2301 or ECON 2302 |
Principles of Macroeconomics or Principles of Microeconomics |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 61 | |
Note: Recommended Additional/Substitute Coursework: Organic Chemistry I, Organic Chemistry II.