Mar 14, 2025  
2024-2025 College Catalog 
    
2024-2025 College Catalog

School of Mathematics & Sciences


Do you aspire to be a doctor? A pharmaceutical developer? A NASA astrophysicist? No matter where your love of science and numbers may lead you, SCC’s programs are the first step toward your future. Click on the link to direct you to academic advising or any of the degree/certificate offerings to find out more.

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Programs

Associate of Science

The Associate of Science (AS) is awarded to students completing the requirements of a specifically identified academic program available within this degree. Minimum credit hours required varies based on the specific program. It generally parallels the first two years of a Bachelor of Arts degree or a Bachelor of Science degree at a four year institution.

Associate of Applied Science

The Associates of Applied Science degree (AAS) is awarded to students apon completing the requirements in a program designed for professionals. These degrees are designed to prepare students for a specific profession or career. Minimum credit hours required varies based on the specific program. Although this degree is not intended to be a transfer degree, some of the courses will transfer to four-year institutions.

Certificate of Achievement

Certificates of Achievement (CA) are awarded upon completion of a prescribed sequence of courses for each program. Normally, two semesters are necessary to complete the requirements for a one-year certificate.

Certificate of Specialization

Certificates of Specialization (CS) is for people who desire information or skills in a specific area related to their current or future job. They usually can be completed in a short period of time (one semester or less that two semesters).

Suggested Course Sequence

Below are the suggested sequence of courses, the timeline or number of semesters, and the total credit hours you need to earn a particular degree or certificate.

If you see a double asterisk (**) that means there is a credential or certificate you could earn! 

Some programs may require additional courses if you need extra time or support to gain the skills needed to be successful.