Chemistry Studies: CSCU Pathway Transfer, A.A.*

Program Design

CSCU Pathway Transfer, A.S. degree program are for Connecticut Community College students who wish to transfer to one of the Connecticut State Universities or Charter Oak without either losing any credits or being required to take extra credits in order to complete a bachelor’s degree in that same discipline. Community College students can complete associate degree programs that transfer without hassle to all Connecticut State Universities and Charter Oak State College offering their major. Upon transfer, students are guaranteed full junior status and can complete a bachelor’s degree in their major without losing any credits or be required to take any extra credits.

Curriculum

With this degree you will be able to transfer to the following majors:

At Central Connecticut State University:        Chemistry - General Program, B.S.
                                                                       Chemistry - American Chemical Society Certified, B.S.
At Southern Connecticut State University:     Chemistry, B.S.
At Western Connecticut State University:      Chemistry - Non-American Chemical Society Approved, B.A.
                                                                     Chemistry - American Chemical Society Approved, B.A.
At Charter Oak State College:                       General Studies - Chemistry Concentration, B.A.

Below is the recommended course of study for the Mathematics Studies Transfer Degree. In order to graduate and be guaranteed admission to a State University or to Charter Oak State College, you must earn an overall 2.0 grade point average.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Complete an Associate of Arts degree in Chemistry Studies and transfer seamlessly into a Bachelor of Arts/Science degree program in Chemistry with junior-level status in the receiving CSCU institution as part of the CSCU Transfer Tickets program.

2. Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical principles by applying critical thinking and problem solving skills in the solution of chemical problems.

3. Plan and implement data collection strategies appropriate to a particular scientific question, record and present the data clearly, and analyze the results accurately.

4. Recall and employ the proper procedures and regulations for safe handling, use, and disposal of chemicals.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the CSCU Pathway Transfer: Chemistry Studies degree program, students will have met the following competency outcomes and goals:

Aesthetic Dimensions
Continuing Learning/Information Literacy
Critical Analysis/Logical Thinking
Ethics
Quantitative Reasoning
Historical Knowledge and Understanding
Oral Communications
Scientific Reasoning
Scientific Knowledge and Understanding
Social Phenomena
Written Communication

CSCU Pathway Transfer: Chemistry Studies Requirements

ENG* 101: Composition 3 Credits
CHE* 121: General Chemistry I 4 Credits
Choose one Oral Communication course 3 Credits
Choose one Historical Knowledge course 3 Credits
Choose one Unrestricted Elective 3 Credits
Subtotal: 16*
ENG* 110: Introduction to Literature 3 Credits or
ENG* 200: Advanced Composition 3 Credits
CHE* 122: General Chemistry II 4 Credits
MAT* 254: Calculus I 4 Credits
Choose one Information Literacy course 3 Credits
Subtotal: 14
CHE* 211: Organic Chemistry I 4 Credits
MAT* 256: Calculus II 4 Credits
Choose one Social Phenomenon course 3 Credits
PHY* 221: Calculus-Based Physics I 4 Credits
Subtotal: 15
CHE* 212: Organic Chemistry II 4 Credits
Choose any Aesthetic Dimension course 3 Credits
Choose one Unrestricted Elective 3 Credits
PHY* 222: Calculus-Based Physics II 4 Credits
Subtotal: 13-16

Total Minimum Credits Required: 60

Notes:

Becoming Connecticut State Community College

STUDENTS: The Community Colleges are undergoing a merger with a plan to become Connecticut State Community College in fall 2023; please work closely with your advisor/program coordinator to select your courses accordingly. See below for more detail about this exciting transition!

Becoming Connecticut State Community College

A merger of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges is underway. Connecticut State Community College (CT State), a statewide college comprised of all Connecticut’s current community college locations, plans to open its doors in the Fall 2023. Here are some important facts students need to know:

the final commencement ceremony for Manchester Community College is scheduled for May 2023. Ceremonies will continue to be held at each location as campuses of CT State.
as a part of the planned merger, students continuing their studies beyond summer term 2023 will be matched with the CT State program that most closely aligns with their Spring 2023 major and is offered at the Manchester location,
students who begin an Associate degree program in January 2023 will complete their degree at the merged college, Connecticut State Community College,
in all cases, the College is committed to students completing their education with a minimum of disruption and staying in touch with your advisor/program coordinator is essential,
further details can be found and will be updated on the Frequently Asked Questions page: www.ct.edu/ctstate/academics.

Students should take 8 credits of foreign language or 9 credits of General Education.

* PHY*110 or MAT*186 can be taken in the first semester if needed to progress in the math and/or science sequence as well as fulfill the General Education elective.