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Associate of Science
Northern Virginia Community College
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Science: Mathematics Specialization, A.S.
Associate of ScienceScience: Mathematics Specialization, A.S.
Northern Virginia Community College
The curriculum is designed for individuals who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree. This curriculum is designed to prepare students to major in one of the following fields: mathematics, mathematics education, statistics, operations research, applied mathematics, or computer science.
Program Credit Requirements
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio,
the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences
you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Science: Mathematics Specialization, A.S.
60
Science / Mathematics
60
8802 Plan GPA/Cum GPA
60
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
AND
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 45 credits may be applied to this program.
Student Development Requirement
1
SDV 100
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG Requirements
3
ENG 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 112
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIS Requirement
3
HIS Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Communication Requirement
3
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
CST 100, CST 126, or CST 229 may be substituted.
CST 110
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CSC Requirement
3
CSC 221
3
MTH Requirements
23
MTH 167
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 263
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 264
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 265
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH Elective
3
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Math electives should be chosen carefully from MTH 266, MTH 267, MTH 288, or CSC 222, after verifying requirements of the transfer institution. MTH 245 and/or MTH 246 should be selected only after careful consideration for transfer purposes and require a course substitution request. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 261 and MTH 263. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 262 and MTH 264.
MTH Elective
3
Humanities/Fine Arts Requirements
6
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Social/Behavioral Requirements
6
Social/Behavioral Electives
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Physical or Life Science Requirement
8
Physical and Life Science with Lab Elective
8
Earn 8 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Elective Requirement
3
Elective
3
Program Overview & Guidance
Delivery Mode
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Transfer Degree
| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Is This Degree Right For Me? | |
| Program Requirement Notes | Program Requirement Notes Satisfactory completion of the following high school units or equivalent as a minimum: 4 units of English, 4 units of college preparatory mathematics, 1 unit of laboratory science, and 1 unit of social science. |
| What Should I Consider When Selecting Courses |
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| Are there other program requirements beyond specific courses? | |
| Do More With Your Degree | |
| Program Successes & Highlights |
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Students who have graduated with at least an associate or bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited United States institution of higher education are considered to have fulfilled NOVA's SDV requirement. Any other course transfers are evaluated based on the student's transcript, https://www.nvcc.edu/cro/transfercredit/index.html |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School |
| Credit for Prior Learning | NOVA strives to provide students with opportunities to receive credit for prior learning while still maintaining the integrity of our academic programs. Credit for prior learning (CPL) generally refers to the process of granting college credit for learning gained in nontraditional. ways; https://www.nvcc.edu/prior-learning/ |
| Did You Know That... |
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College Level Information
Number of Transfer Students
43891
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Is This College Right For Me? | Our classes feature up-to-date technology and course content to prepare you for a competitive job market; We also offer courses that will transfer to colleges all over Virginia and the nation. In fact, NOVA has guaranteed admission agreements with more than 40 colleges and universities for students who meet specific requirements. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year is determined by first semester of program placement. |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year is determined by first semester of program placement. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | https://www.nvcc.edu/gaa/ |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Mathematics | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science: Mathematics Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year |
| Germanna Community College | Science - Applied Math Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in Science - Mathematics Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Science - Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Eastern Shore Community College | Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Associate in Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Science Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in Science - Mathematics and Science Teacher Preparation Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science - Computer Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science - Health Sciences Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Integrated Environmental Studies | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Agriculture | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Agriculture Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Health Professions Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Computer Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Forensic Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Cybersecurity Engineering Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Computational & Data Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science/Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science/Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science/Math Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Piedmont Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Biotechnology | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Piedmont Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in Science - Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11-9121.01 | Clinical Research Coordinators | Plan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects. Direct the activities of workers engaged in clinical research projects to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives. May evaluate and analyze clinical data. | Management Occupations |
| 11-9121.00 | Natural Sciences Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields. | Management Occupations |
| 11-9121.02 | Water Resource Specialists | Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues. | Management Occupations |
| 15-2041.01 | Biostatisticians | Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-2051.01 | Business Intelligence Analysts | Produce financial and market intelligence by querying data repositories and generating periodic reports. Devise methods for identifying data patterns and trends in available information sources. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-2051.02 | Clinical Data Managers | Apply knowledge of health care and database management to analyze clinical data, and to identify and report trends. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-2051.00 | Data Scientists | Develop and implement a set of techniques or analytics applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software. Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets. Visualize, interpret, and report data findings. May create dynamic data reports. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 25-1022.00 | Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical techniques in solving specific problems and situations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 15-2041.00 | Statisticians | Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 25-2031.00 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 15-2011.00 | Actuaries | Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. May ascertain insurance rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-2099.01 | Bioinformatics Technicians | Apply principles and methods of bioinformatics to assist scientists in areas such as pharmaceuticals, medical technology, biotechnology, computational biology, proteomics, computer information science, biology and medical informatics. Apply bioinformatics tools to visualize, analyze, manipulate or interpret molecular data. May build and maintain databases for processing and analyzing genomic or other biological information. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-2099.00 | Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other | All mathematical scientists not listed separately. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-2021.00 | Mathematicians | Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve problems in various fields using mathematical methods. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 25-1199.00 | Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | All postsecondary teachers not listed separately. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 19-3022.00 | Survey Researchers | Plan, develop, or conduct surveys. May analyze and interpret the meaning of survey data, determine survey objectives, or suggest or test question wording. Includes social scientists who primarily design questionnaires or supervise survey teams. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |