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Associate of Arts Degree
Catalog Year 2006-2007

The Associate of Arts degree requires completion of 64 credit hours. This degree is designed to enable a student to transfer to a baccalaureate-granting institution. Students following this degree program will complete university-parallel requirements in general education that will fulfill all lower division general education requirements at the Arizona universities. The AA degree will also allow students with declared majors to fulfill their lower division major requirements at Yavapai College. A list of common lower division major course should be available through your advisor or counselor. This degree is also appropriate for the liberal arts major and the transfer-oriented student who is undecided about either major area of study or the transfer institution.

Thirty-five hours of coursework are concentrated in general education. At Yavapai College the Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) is embedded in the Associate of Arts Degree. In most instances, a student can fulfill all lower division general education and major requirements of the public universities in Arizona through completion of this degree. Students preparing to major in areas such as business, fine arts, science, health-related professions, and engineering should select courses to meet the AGEC requirements in the college and major they plan to pursue upon transfer (see Associate of Science and Associate of Business degrees). The core curriculum consists of four parts: (1) Foundation Studies include critical literacy, precise writing, qualitative thinking, and the process of analysis and synthesis that underlie logical reasoning; (2) Interdisciplinary Core Studies focus on the conceptual frameworks through which a thinker, a culture, or an academic discipline may approach an issue; (3) Area Studies link foundation skills in thinking and communicating and the Core emphasis on conceptual frameworks to the content orientation of academic disciplines; (4) Special Requirements incorporate additional university requirements in “Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry and specific “Awareness Areas.” The six credit Liberal Studies Core requirement at Yavapai College fulfills the “Options” component of the AGEC. Upon completion of all 35 credit hours (including the Special Requirements) of the AGEC with a grade of “C” of higher, the student will receive recognition of completion on the transcript and guaranteed transferability of the AGEC upon admission to one of the state universities in Arizona.

Three credit hours of Communications coursework are required for this degree. Twenty-six credit hours of coursework in this degree are in major and elective studies. This aspect of the degree affords the student an opportunity to begin work on a major area of study, to explore other disciplines, to cultivate personal growth and interest, to pursue additional university requirements in certain fields, and to build on the experience and accomplishments of the general education curriculum.

Students preparing to transfer to an upper-division baccalaureate degree program should contact an advisor in the major field of study at the transfer institution in addition to meeting regularly with a faculty advisor and/or counselor at Yavapai College. Regular advisements is important to build an educational plan and ensure transferability of general education, elective, and major courses. Students intending to transfer to one of the Arizona public universities can obtain specific information on transferability of courses from the Course Equivalency Guide and curriculum transfer guides available from advisors and counselors. Transfer guides are also available from each university’s web site.

Associate of Arts Degree
Degree Program Requirements

I.
General Education
35 credits

A.
Foundation Studies
9 credits

1. College Composition
6

Select and complete one of the following options:
a. ENG 101 College Composition I and
ENG 102 College Composition II
b. ENG 103 College Composition I (Honors) and
ENG 104 College Composition II (Honors)
3

2. Numeracy
3

Select an complete one of the following options
a. MAT 152 College Algebra
b. MAT 142 Concepts in College Mathematics
c. Any mathematics course for which MAT 152 is a prerequisite.

B.
Liberal Studies Core
6 credits

Students must complete three credits each in Sections 1 and 2 below:
1. Western Civilization or Technology and Human Values (6 credits)
Select and complete one of the following courses:
a. HIS/LSC 201 Western Civilization I (3)
b. HIS/LSC 202 Western Civilization II (3)
c. HIS/LSC 203 Western Civilization III (3)
d. HUM/LSC 205 Technology and Human Values (3)
3

2. Liberal Studies Option (3 Credits)
Complete either a or b.
a. LSC101 Connections - Select any three connections courses.
b. Select an additional 3 credit course from sections 1 above.
3

C.
Area Studies
20 credits

1. Physical and Biological Science
Select and complete two laboratory science courses from the approved list of General Education courses - (under Area Studies- Science).
8

2. Arts and Humanities
Select and complete two courses from the approved list of General Education Courses - (under Area Studies- Arts and Humanities).
6

3. Social and Behavioral Science
Select and complete two courses from the approved list of General Education Courses (under Area Studies- Social Science).
6

II.
Special Requirements for the Arizona General Education Curriculum

The Arizona General Education Curriculum stipulates that students complete courses that specifically require intensive writing/critical inquiry, and the development of an awareness of certain social and cultrual issues. Students must complete one course from each of the categories listed below to fulfill these requirements.

A.
Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry:
Select and complete one course from the following:
1. ENG 200 College Composition III
2. Any 200- Level course from the Arts and Humanities Area Studies list.*

*These courses may fulfill both an Area Studies requirement and the Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry requirement.
3

B.
Awareness Areas:

1. Ethnic/Race/Gender Awareness
Select and complete one course from the following list of ethnic/race/gender awareness courses:

ANT 102 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (3)
ANT/WST 211 Women in Cross-Cultural Perspective (3)
ANT 232 Indians of the Southwest (3)
ENG/WST 237 Women in Literature (3)
GEO 105 Introduction to Cultural Geography (3)
HIS 131 United States History I (3)
HIS 132 United States History II (3)
HIS/WST 253 History of Women in the United States (3)
HIS 260 History of Native Americans of the United States (3)
PSY/WST 236 Psychology of Women (3)
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3)
SOC/PSY 130 Human Sexuality (3)
SOC 140 Sociology of Intimate Relationships & Family (3)
SOC 142 Race & Ethnic Relations (3)
SOC 212 Men and Women in a Changing Society (3)
SOC 250 Social Problems (3)
SOC 251 Cultural Diversity (3)
SOC/PSY277 Human Sexuality (3)
WST 101 Introduction to Women’s Studies (3)

These courses may fulfill both an Area Studies and the Awareness Area requirement for the AGEC.

2. Global/International or Historical Awareness
This Awareness Area requirement is embedded (as Western Civilization/Technology and Human Values) in the Core Studies requirement.

III.
Communications Requirement
3 credits

Select and complete one of the following courses:
COM 100 Introduction to Human Communications (3)
COM 131 Fundamentals of Speech Communication (3)
COM 134 Interpersonal Communication (3)

Certain majors require specific COM courses, and students should check with their YC advisor or a university departmental advisor to see which class to take.

IV.
Major and Elective Studies
26 credits

The student who has decided upon an eventual major should consult the list of common lower division major courses for their chosen major. It is recommended that the student complete at least six hours of lower division major credits in their major area. The listed lower division major courses will transfer to all three Arizona public universities. The student who has selected a four year college of intended transfer should also consult the catalog of that college for additional guidance regarding their major and courses. Yavapai College advisors can provide up-to-date information regarding requirements of various degree programs at Arizona’s universities.

The student who is not committed to a major or a particular college of intended transfer should complete the Arizona General Education Curriculum and select courses most likely to meet common university requirements. Some possibilities include:

A. Language classes (other than English) numbered 101, 102, 201, 202. Many degree programs require competency or completion of a language at the fourth semester level.Yavapai College and the Universities strongly urge students who are transferring to meet the language requirement in their first two years of college. Students are strongly advised to consult with their counselor or advisor regarding specific university language requirements.

B. Computer Literacy. Basic computer skills are an essential component of every student’s educational experience at Yavapai College. Since specific computer classes may be required for some degrees (i.e., science, business, and social/behavioral sciences) students should consult with their counselor or advisor regarding specific degree transfer requirements.

C. Mathematics classes beyond College Algebra and/or computer classes are required for some degrees in science, social science and business related fields.

D. Additional laboratory sciences.

E. Honors classes.

F. Physical Education activities classes are required for some degrees.

G. Speech, communications and advanced writing classes are required for some degrees.

H. Introductory classed in possible major areas.

I. Prerequisite classes for any of the above.

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	Associate of Arts Degree Degree Program Requirements
I.	General Education	35 credits
A.	Foundation Studies	9 credits
	1. College Composition	6
	Select and complete one of the following options: a. ENG 101 College Composition I and ENG 102 College Composition II b. ENG 103 College Composition I (Honors) and ENG 104 College Composition II (Honors)	3
	2. Numeracy	3
	Select an complete one of the following options a. MAT 152 College Algebra b. MAT 142 Concepts in College Mathematics c. Any mathematics course for which MAT 152 is a prerequisite.
B.	Liberal Studies Core	6 credits
	Students must complete three credits each in Sections 1 and 2 below: 1. Western Civilization or Technology and Human Values (6 credits) Select and complete one of the following courses: a. HIS/LSC 201 Western Civilization I (3) b. HIS/LSC 202 Western Civilization II (3) c. HIS/LSC 203 Western Civilization III (3) d. HUM/LSC 205 Technology and Human Values (3)	3
	2. Liberal Studies Option (3 Credits) Complete either a or b. a. LSC101 Connections - Select any three connections courses. b. Select an additional 3 credit course from sections 1 above.	3
C.	Area Studies	20 credits
	1. Physical and Biological Science Select and complete two laboratory science courses from the approved list of General Education courses - (under Area Studies- Science).	8
	2. Arts and Humanities Select and complete two courses from the approved list of General Education Courses - (under Area Studies- Arts and Humanities).	6
	3. Social and Behavioral Science Select and complete two courses from the approved list of General Education Courses (under Area Studies- Social Science).	6
II.	Special Requirements for the Arizona General Education Curriculum
	The Arizona General Education Curriculum stipulates that students complete courses that specifically require intensive writing/critical inquiry, and the development of an awareness of certain social and cultrual issues. Students must complete one course from each of the categories listed below to fulfill these requirements.
A.	Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry: Select and complete one course from the following: 1. ENG 200 College Composition III 2. Any 200- Level course from the Arts and Humanities Area Studies list.* *These courses may fulfill both an Area Studies requirement and the Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry requirement.	3
B.	Awareness Areas:
	1. Ethnic/Race/Gender Awareness Select and complete one course from the following list of ethnic/race/gender awareness courses: ANT 102 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (3) ANT/WST 211 Women in Cross-Cultural Perspective (3) ANT 232 Indians of the Southwest (3) ENG/WST 237 Women in Literature (3) GEO 105 Introduction to Cultural Geography (3) HIS 131 United States History I (3) HIS 132 United States History II (3) HIS/WST 253 History of Women in the United States (3) HIS 260 History of Native Americans of the United States (3) PSY/WST 236 Psychology of Women (3) SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3) SOC/PSY 130 Human Sexuality (3) SOC 140 Sociology of Intimate Relationships & Family (3) SOC 142 Race & Ethnic Relations (3) SOC 212 Men and Women in a Changing Society (3) SOC 250 Social Problems (3) SOC 251 Cultural Diversity (3) SOC/PSY277 Human Sexuality (3) WST 101 Introduction to Women’s Studies (3) These courses may fulfill both an Area Studies and the Awareness Area requirement for the AGEC.
	2. Global/International or Historical Awareness This Awareness Area requirement is embedded (as Western Civilization/Technology and Human Values) in the Core Studies requirement.
III.	Communications Requirement	3 credits
	Select and complete one of the following courses: COM 100 Introduction to Human Communications (3) COM 131 Fundamentals of Speech Communication (3) COM 134 Interpersonal Communication (3) Certain majors require specific COM courses, and students should check with their YC advisor or a university departmental advisor to see which class to take.
IV.	Major and Elective Studies	26 credits
	The student who has decided upon an eventual major should consult the list of common lower division major courses for their chosen major. It is recommended that the student complete at least six hours of lower division major credits in their major area. The listed lower division major courses will transfer to all three Arizona public universities. The student who has selected a four year college of intended transfer should also consult the catalog of that college for additional guidance regarding their major and courses. Yavapai College advisors can provide up-to-date information regarding requirements of various degree programs at Arizona’s universities. The student who is not committed to a major or a particular college of intended transfer should complete the Arizona General Education Curriculum and select courses most likely to meet common university requirements. Some possibilities include: A. Language classes (other than English) numbered 101, 102, 201, 202. Many degree programs require competency or completion of a language at the fourth semester level.Yavapai College and the Universities strongly urge students who are transferring to meet the language requirement in their first two years of college. Students are strongly advised to consult with their counselor or advisor regarding specific university language requirements. B. Computer Literacy. Basic computer skills are an essential component of every student’s educational experience at Yavapai College. Since specific computer classes may be required for some degrees (i.e., science, business, and social/behavioral sciences) students should consult with their counselor or advisor regarding specific degree transfer requirements. C. Mathematics classes beyond College Algebra and/or computer classes are required for some degrees in science, social science and business related fields. D. Additional laboratory sciences. E. Honors classes. F. Physical Education activities classes are required for some degrees. G. Speech, communications and advanced writing classes are required for some degrees. H. Introductory classed in possible major areas. I. Prerequisite classes for any of the above.