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Nov 24, 2024
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2023-2024 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Environmental Sciences & Safety (AS)
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Division of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
This program focuses on environmental science issues such as air and water testing and analysis, industrial waste treatment, municipal wastewater treatment, and environmental law. In obtaining an understanding of the complex interrelationships that exist at the earth’s surface, students learn how to interpret environmental stresses, such as ground and surface water contamination, pesticide, degradation, and solid waste disposal. Students also learn how to apply this knowledge to occupational safety and protection.
Upon successful completion, the Associate in Science Degree in Environmental Sciences & Safety is awarded.
Program Learning Outcomes
Program learning outcomes available by clicking here.
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Program Notes
The program qualifies as an Alternative Transfer Agreement (MassTransfer) with select public institutions in Massachusetts. For more information, visit www.mass.edu/masstransfer.
Humanities Electives:
Art, Communications, English (EN 103 of Higher), ESL (ES 100 or higher; up to 6 credits), Film, Foreign Language, Humanities, Literature, Music, Oral Communication, Philosophy, Photography, Sign Language, Theater Arts
Math Electives:
100-Level Mathematics or Higher (not MAC)
Social Science Electives:
Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Government, History, Law, Psychology, Sociology
Graduation Competency
Quantitative skills is a MassBay graduation competency for associate degree programs. Prior to graduation, students must demonstrate this competency by completing a 100-level math course (not MAC); or placing into a 200-level mathematics course.
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