ADT in Environmental Science

Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary course of study that presents an overview of ecological issues from a scientific perspective. With a broad foundation across the natural sciences, the coursework examines the interrelated nature of environmental and social systems. This program is designed to equip students with the skills and tools to successfully use the scientific method while studying and solving environmental problems.

A.S.-Transfer Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes

Students completing the Environmental A.S.-Transfer Degree will:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of the physical, biological, ecological, and social sciences required to effectively address current environmental issues and be prepared to pursue further study in an Environmental Science Program at the baccalaureate level.
  2. Be proficient in the research, analytical and communication skills necessary to present critical analysis in natural and social systems and the behaviors that impact and effect the environment.
  3. Facilitate habits of independent and objective thought with an integrated approach to the physical and natural sciences to understand long-term sustainability.

Students receiving this transfer degree must meet the following requirements:

  1. Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
    1. The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education - Breadth Requirements.
    2. A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
  2. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

ADTs also require that students must earn a "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. 

Required courses:
BIOL 124Molecular and Cellular Biology5
BIOL 125Evolution, Ecology & Biodiversity (Required Core )5
BIOL 145Environmental Science3
CHEM 111General Chemistry I5
ECON 102Principles of Microeconomics3
ESCI 120Physical Geology4
MATH 165Introductory Statistics4
or MATH 165H Introductory Statistics - Honors
PHYS 111College Physics A4
PHYS 112College Physics B4
Select one (1) of the following math options:
Calculus for Business and Social Sciences4
Calculus with Analytic Geometry l5
Total Units41-42

2-3 Year Curriculum Map Examples
These maps represents two possible pathways through the program and are only for reference.

*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

Note: Co-requisite MATH course (2 units) and/or substitute ENGL 101E (5 units) may be needed based on placement.

2-Year Map:

Plan of Study Grid
Fall Term 1Units
CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5
MATH 190 Calculus with Analytic Geometry l 5
BIOL 145 Environmental Science 3
COUN 160
Strategies for College Success
or Pathways to Careers in STEM
3
ENGL 101
Reading and Composition
or Reading and Composition - Honors
4
 Units20
Winter Term 1
ARCH 250
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism
or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day
or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History
or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art
or History of Photography
or Introduction to the Visual Arts
or Motion Picture Appreciation
or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors
or History of Dance
or History of Rock and Roll
or Introduction to Theatre Arts
or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors
3
ENGL 104
Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking
or Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking - Honors
3
 Units6
Spring Term 1
BIOL 124 Molecular and Cellular Biology 5
CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 5
MATH 191 Calculus with Analytic Geometry ll 5
 Units15
Summer Term 1
HIST 107
History of the United States before 1877
or History of the United States before 1877 - Honors
or History of the United States since 1877
or History of the United States since 1877 - Honors
or History of Women in the United States
3
SPCH 100
Interpersonal Communication
or Interpersonal Communication - Honors
or Public Address
or Public Address - Honors
or Small Group Communication
3
 Units6
Fall Term 2
ESCI 120 Physical Geology 4
BIOL 125 Evolution, Ecology & Biodiversity 5
PHYS 111 College Physics A 4
ETHN 101
Introduction to Ethnic Studies
or Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies
3
 Units16
Winter Term 2
ECON 101
Principles of Macroeconomics
or Principles of Macroeconomics - Honors
3
POLI 103
American Government and Politics
or American Government and Politics - Honors
3
 Units6
Spring Term 2
ECON 102 Principles of Microeconomics 3
PHYS 112 College Physics B 4
ARCH 250
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism
or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day
or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History
or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art
or History of Photography
or Introduction to the Visual Arts
or Motion Picture Appreciation
or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors
or History of Dance
or Ethnic Voices in Film
or Children's Literature
or Children's Literature - Honors
or Literature of the Bible
or American Food And Culture: Global Origins, History, and Current Impacts
or History of Rock and Roll
or Great Religions of the World
or Introduction to LGBTQ Studies
or Introduction to Theatre Arts
or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors
3
MATH 165
Introductory Statistics
or Introductory Statistics - Honors
4
 Units14
 Total Units83

Note: Course selections may affect total unit value. 

3-Year Map:

Plan of Study Grid
Fall Term 1Units
MATH 175 Pre-Calculus 6
ENGL 101
Reading and Composition
or Reading and Composition - Honors
4
COUN 160
Strategies for College Success
or Pathways to Careers in STEM
3
 Units13
Winter Term 1
MATH 190 Calculus with Analytic Geometry l 5
 Units5
Spring Term 1
MATH 191 Calculus with Analytic Geometry ll 5
BIOL 145 Environmental Science 3
CHEM 110 Beginning General Chemistry 5
ENGL 104
Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking
or Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking - Honors
3
 Units16
Summer Term 1
ECON 101
Principles of Macroeconomics
or Principles of Macroeconomics - Honors
3
 Units3
Fall Term 2
CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 5
BIOL 124 Molecular and Cellular Biology 5
ENGL 290
Ethnic Voices in Film
or Children's Literature
or Children's Literature - Honors
or Literature of the Bible
or American Food And Culture: Global Origins, History, and Current Impacts
or Great Religions of the World
or Introduction to LGBTQ Studies
3
 Units13
Winter Term 2
ARCH 250
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism
or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day
or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History
or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art
or History of Photography
or Introduction to the Visual Arts
or Motion Picture Appreciation
or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors
or History of Dance
or History of Rock and Roll
or Introduction to Theatre Arts
or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors
3
SPCH 100
Interpersonal Communication
or Interpersonal Communication - Honors
or Public Address
or Public Address - Honors
or Small Group Communication
3
 Units6
Spring Term 2
BIOL 125 Evolution, Ecology & Biodiversity 5
CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 5
PHYS 111 College Physics A 4
 Units14
Summer Term 2
ARCH 250
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism
or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day
or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History
or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art
or History of Photography
or Introduction to the Visual Arts
or Motion Picture Appreciation
or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors
or History of Dance
or Ethnic Voices in Film
or Children's Literature - Honors
or Literature of the Bible
or Literature of the Bible
or American Food And Culture: Global Origins, History, and Current Impacts
or History of Rock and Roll
or Great Religions of the World
or Introduction to LGBTQ Studies
or Introduction to Theatre Arts
or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors
3
 Units3
Fall Term 3
PHYS 112 College Physics B 4
ETHN 101
Introduction to Ethnic Studies
or Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies
3
MATH 165
Introductory Statistics
or Introductory Statistics - Honors
4
 Units11
Winter Term 3
POLI 103
American Government and Politics
or American Government and Politics - Honors
3
 Units3
Spring Term 3
ECON 102 Principles of Microeconomics 3
ESCI 120 Physical Geology 4
HIST 107
History of the United States before 1877
or History of the United States before 1877 - Honors
or History of the United States since 1877
or History of the United States since 1877 - Honors
or History of Women in the United States
3
 Units10
 Total Units97

Notes:

  • Organic chemistry is required for UC transfer. 
  • Course selections may affect total unit value. 

Career Opportunities

There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.

 

To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.