Liberal Arts - Mathematics Option

Program Code:

LAMT

Degree:

Associate in Arts

This program may be completed at QCC Worcester (Main Campus).
This program may be completed face-to-face.
This program may be completed 90% or more online.

Program Contact Email:

mathematics@qcc.mass.edu

Additional Information

Goals

Program Goals:

The QCC Liberal Arts - Mathematics Option associate degree program includes the following program goals:

Provide a well-rounded foundational education in the liberal arts disciplines, with an emphasis on courses enabling students to transfer to a bachelor’s degree program in mathematics and/or a related field.
Foster and hone high-level communication and critical reasoning skills vital for success in a bachelor’s degree program or professional career.
Provide the broad-based intercultural and interdisciplinary learning for flourishing in the globalized, knowledge-driven, and increasingly diverse society and economy of the 21^st century.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Accurately communicate about mathematics to a variety of individuals and diverse groups of human beings.
Possess a fundamental understanding of mathematical theory.
Use technology to explore mathematical concepts.
Develop critical thinking and mathematical methods for problem solving.
Relate concepts and make connections that are inherent in mathematics.
Be qualified to transfer to a four-year curriculum and be prepared to complete their bachelor’s degree in two additional years.

Classes

Curriculum:

Course Title	Course #	Semester Offered	Credits	Prerequisites
Semester 1 Apply and get accepted to this program (Program Code: LAMT). Register for and successfully complete all courses to graduate in four semesters. Attend Transfer Services events. For information see www.QCC.edu/transfer. Complete MAT 233.
Introduction to Microcomputer Applications	CIS 111	F/S/SU	3
Principles of Macroeconomics OR	ECO 215	F/S/SU	3	Coreq: ENG 101
Principles of Microeconomics	ECO 216	F/S/SU	3	Coreq: ENG 101
Composition I	ENG 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Calculus I	MAT 233	F/S/SU	4	MAT 124 or approp place score
Introduction to Psychology OR	PSY 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Introductory Sociology (Principles)	SOC 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
		Total	16
Semester 2 Meet with a Transfer Services Advisor. See www.QCC.edu/transfer. Attend Transfer Services events. Complete MAT 234.
Computer Science I	CSC 108	F/S	4	CIS 111, Placement into college level English, MAT 100 or approp place score
Composition II	ENG 102	F/S/SU	3	ENG 101
Discrete Mathematics	MAT 125	F/S	3	MAT 123 or approp place score
Calculus II	MAT 234	F/S/SU	4	MAT 233
		Total	14
Semester 3 Meet with Academic Advisor to review Lab Science Elective choices (Semesters 3 and 4). Recommended sequences: BIO 106 and BIO 107; or CHM 105 and CHM 106; or PHY 105 and PHY 107. Meet with representatives of four-year schools to discuss/begin the transfer application process. Confirm that MassTransfer STEM general education transfer block can be completed. Complete MAT 235.
Introduction to Humanities	HUM 105	F/S/SU	3	ENG 101
Calculus III	MAT 235	F/S/SU	4	MAT 234
Probability & Statistics for Engineers and Scientists	MAT 237	F/S/SU	3	MAT 234
Lab Science Elective	---	F/S/SU	4
		Total	14
Semester 4 Continue with/complete the transfer application process. Submit an Intent to Graduate Form, located on The Q.
World History I: Beginning to 1500 OR	HST 104	F/S/SU	3	ENG 101
World History II: 1500 to World War I OR	HST 105
World History III: World War I to Present	HST 106
Mathematics and Science in the Humanities	HUM 234	F/S	3	ENG 102
Differential Equations	MAT 238	F/S/SU	3	MAT 235
Linear Algebra	MAT 243	F/S/SU	3	Coreq: MAT 238
Lab Science Elective	---	F/S/SU	4
		Total	16
Total Credits Required:			60

Cost & Requirements

Program Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) allows students to use skills they already have towards a college degree or certificate. Work, life, volunteer and military experience may be translated into credit, allowing students to take fewer classes and earn their degree faster. CPL eliminates redundancies for students who have already earned credentials or mastered skills required for their program of study. Email experience [at] qcc.mass.edu for more information and eligibility.

CORI, SORI, Fingerprinting & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks are not required. Fingerprinting and drug testing are not required.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

Career

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information. The CIP code for this program is 27.0101.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

Career Exploration:

Students can take an online Career Assessment through Career Coach to determine their strengths, then browse through occupations compatible with their interests and assessment results. To access the online assessment and for more information about particular careers and related academic programs at QCC, visit www.QCC.edu/career-assessment.

The actual median salary and position may vary depending on the employee’s educational level and years of experience

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Contact QCC Admissions at 508.854.4262 for more information.

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