Oceanography and Marine Sciences
Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T)—Track 1
Planning Guide 2015–2016
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Program Information
Program Description
Length of Program: 90 Credits
Completion Award: A.S. Degree
The Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T) degree is designed
to prepare students for entrance into a Bachelor of Arts
(B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) program in
Oceanography and Marine Sciences. The primary focus of
the AS-T degree is completion of the necessary math and
science requirements for junior standing at Washington
state baccalaureate institutions. Students will be required
to take additional general education courses after transfer.
Oceanography is an excellent major for graduate studies in
Geology, Environmental Science, Oceanography, Physics,
Education and Law.
Program Faculty Advisors
Emanuela Agosta
206-546-4659 eagosta@shoreline.edu
Matt Loper
206-546-4683 mloper@shoreline.edu
Brian Saunders
206-546-5884 bsaunders@shoreline.edu
Joyce Fagel
206-546-6984 jfagel@shoreline.edu
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Oceanography and Marine Sciences—What is it?
Oceanography and Marine Science are the study of the earth’s oceans, the plants and animals that live in the
ocean and how they interact within their natural environment. Oceanography and Marine Science are
interdisciplinary sciences integrating biology, chemistry, geology, physics mathematics, botany, zoology,
meteorology and geography.
Areas of study in Oceanography and Marine Sciences: Plants and Animals in the Ocean, Ocean Substances,
Nutrients and Gases in Seawater, Marine Sediments, Plate Tectonics, Sea Motion, Tides and currents.
Career Opportunities—What can I do with a Bachelor’s Degree in Oceanography or
Marine Sciences?
Oceanographers and Marine Scientists work at sea, on land, on ocean vessels and in research laboratories.
Graduates develop strong critical thinking, problem solving, technical communication and scientific skills to
work in careers that include environmental protection, environmental policy conservation, natural resources,
consulting, research and development, education, and law.
Potential employers include: Research Institutions, Colleges and Universities, Engineering and Consulting
Firms, Federal, State and Local Government Agencies, Maritime Museums, and Environmental Protection
Agencies. For more, please visit www.shoreline.edu/advising/counseling-services/career-counseling.aspx
Transfer Possibilities—Where can I transfer?
The AS-T makes it possible for students to transfer to a number of public and private colleges and universities in
the U.S. with junior standing. Washington state institutions are listed below:
Public Institutions
The Evergreen State College
University of Washington
Western Washington University
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2015–2016
SCC Planning Guide | Student Information and Planning Sheet
STUDENT INFORMATION
TRANSFER SCHOOLS OF INTEREST
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Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2015–2016
Oceanography/Marine Biology Planning Guide—2015–2016 | Associate in Science Transfer—Track 1 (AS-T)
The AS-T degree transfers as a package to most baccalaureate colleges and universities in Washington state, satisfying most pre-major
requirements and some general education courses for junior standing. The AS-T degree requires a minimum of 90 quarter credits in collegelevel courses numbered 100 or above with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Each individual course must have a minimum grade of 1.0. In
addition, this planning guide identifies specific courses to take within the AS-T degree requirements to prepare students for entrance into
baccalaureate majors in Oceanography, Marine Sciences and Marine Biology. See the reverse side for a complete listing of courses that fulfill
the general education and distribution requirements.
GENERAL EDUCATION CORE REQUIREMENTS | 18-20 Cr.
DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS
Courses used in Gen Ed Core may not be used for distribution.
Courses list on other side.
Course
ENGL& 101
QTR
GR
CR
5
ENGL& 102, 230, or CMST& 101
3-5
Multicultural Understanding
5
5
Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning
MATH& 151
Humanities | 5 Credits
Course
1.
QTR
GR
CR
QTR
GR
CR
GR
CR
Social Sciences | 5 Credits
Course
1.
Humanities or Social Sciences | 5 Credits
PRE MAJOR PROGRAM | 54.5 Credits
CHEMISTRY
QTR
GR
Course
1.
QTR
Course
CHEM 171/181
Every quarter
CR
6.5
CHEM 172/182
Win, Spr, Sum
6.5
CHEM 173/183
Spr, Sum, Fall
6.5
SELECT WASHINGTON STATE COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY
MAJOR PREPARATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
MATH& 152
5
The Evergreen State College
MATH& 163 or MATH 211
5
MATHEMATICS
PHYSICS or BIOLOGY Choose one sequence
Choose Algebra based or Calculus based
PHYS& 221
Fall, Win
OR PHYS& 114 Fall
PHYS& 223
Fall, Win
OR PHYS& 115 Win
PHYS& 222
Spr, Sum
OR PHYS& 116 Spr
University of Washington
5/5.5
5/5.5
5/5.5
BIOLOGY
BIOL& 211
Offered every qtr
5
BIOL& 212
Win, Spr
5
BIOL& 213
Spr, Sum
5
QTR
GR
B.A. and B.S. in Oceanography with specializations in Biological
Oceanography, Chemical Oceanography, Marine Geology and
Geophysics, and Physical Oceanography
Course requirements: MATH& 151, 152, 163, CHEM 171/181,
172/182, 173/183, BIOL& 211, 212, 213, PHYS& 221, 222, 223.*
*Biological and Chemical Oceanography students can choose PHYS&
114, 115, 116 instead.
B.S. in Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
Course requirements: MATH& 151, 152, 211; CHEM& 121 or
171/181; CHEM& 131 or 241/271; BIOL& 211, 212, 213; PHYS& 114,
OR 221.
MAJOR SCIENCE SEQUENCE AND/OR SUPPORT
COURSES| minimum 10 Credits for AS degree
Consult with advisor as needed.
Recommended Courses
BIOL& 211, 212, 213 OR
PHYS& 114, 115, 116 OR 221, 222,
223 OR CHEM& 241/271, 242/272,
243/273
Other recommended course options:
ENVS& 101 and 202 or GEOG& 203,
204 or GEOL& 101, OCEA& 101, BIOL
144
B.S. in Marine Science
The Evergreen State College accepts 90 transferable credits into their
Marine Science program.
CR
The B.A. and B.S. in Biology at the UW offers significant marine study
courses with minors in Aquatic and Fishery and Marine Biology.
The UW requires two years of the same world language in high school
or two quarters in college for admissions. Non-native speakers of
English are exempt from world language requirements.
Western Washington University
B.S. in Biology with Marine Emphasis
Course requirement: CHEM 171/181, 172/182, 173/183, 241/271,
242/272, PHYS& 114, 115, 116 or PHYS& 221, 222, 223, MATH& 151,
and BIOL& 211, 212, 213.
ELECTIVES| to reach 90 credits see reverse side
Course
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GR
CR
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2015–2016
Shoreline Community College Planning Guide | Course List
The following is a list of classes that satisfy Shoreline's 2015-2016 AS-T degree requirements. Credits for a specific course may be used only
once and may not be applied toward more than one distribution area. Course numbers with an “&” are common course numbers that are
consistent across all Washington state community colleges. To graduate from SCC, complete the Application for Degree and turn it in to the
cashier (2nd floor FOSS-5000 Bldg.) along with the $20.00 application fee no later than the quarter before you plan to graduate.
I. GENERAL EDUCATION
CORE REQUIREMENTS | 18-20 CR
COMMUNICATIONS -5 CR
English &101
Additional Communications – 3–5 CR
English &102, &230
Communication Studies &101
MULTICULTURAL UNDERSTANDING—5
CR
Art 105
Communication Studies 203, 285
Gender and Women’s Studies 284
History 245
Multicultural Studies 105
QUANTITATIVE |
SYMBOLIC REASONING – 5 CR
Math &151
II. DISTRIBUTION
AREA REQUIREMENTS
HUMANITIES—5-10 CR
No more than 5 credits in 100 level
foreign language.
General Humanities
American Ethnic Studies 106
American Sign Language &121, &122,
&123, &221, &222, &223
Art &100, 105, 234
Art History 105, 204, 210, 224, 225,
226
Chinese &121, &122, &123
Cinema 201
Communication Studies &101, &102,
203, &210, &220, 285
Drama &101
English &111, &112, &113, 154, 200,
207, &220, &226-&228, 229, 236,
&244, &245, &246, 247, 248, 257, 265,
271, 272, 281, 282, 287, 288, 289
French &121, &122, &123
Humanities 111, 112, 113, 140, 275
Japanese &121, &122, &123, &221,
&222, &223
Music 100, &105, 106, 108, 109, &141,
&142, &143, 150, 200, 206, 224, &241,
&242, &243
Philosophy &101, 102, &115, 210,
230, 240, 248, 267
Spanish &121, &122, &123, &221,
&222, &223
Performance Skills/Applied Theory
5 CR Max.
No more than 5 credits in Performance
Skills/Applied Theory
Art 109, 110, 121-123, 131-133, 144146, 250-256, 260, 265, 271-273
Communication Studies 140, &230,
244, 247, 249
Drama 144–146, 167-169, 207–209,
222, 255
Music 114, 115, 118–120, 135, 136,
140, 144, 146, 147, 150–156, 161–167,
170, 175, 180, 184, 196, 204, 205, 207,
210, 211, 212, 225, 226, 251–253, 264,
268, 270, 280, 284, 296
SOCIAL SCIENCES—5-10 CR
American Ethnic Studies 119, 215, 229
Anthropology &100, &204, &206, &207,
215
Business &101
Child Advocacy Studies 102, 202, 285
Communication Studies &102
Criminal Justice &112
East Asia 218
Economics 100, &201, &202
Gender and Women’s Studies 205, 215,
284, 285, 286, 288
Geography &100, &200, 250, 277
History &116, &117, &118, &136, &137,
&146, &147, &148, 207, &214, &215, 218,
&219, 234, 235, 236, 237, 238, 245, 246,
247, 256, 275
International Studies 101, 200, 201, 205
Multicultural Studies 105, 205, 210, 238,
250
Philosophy &101, 102, 115, 210, 230, 240,
248, 265, 267
Political Science &101, &202, &203, 221,
276
Psychology &100, &200, 206, 207, 208,
209, 210, &220, 225, 236, 245
Sociology &101, 102, 112, &201, 202, 250,
288
ELECTIVES
Students who transfer in equivalent course
work with fewer credits may need more
Elective credits to reach 90 total credits. A
maximum of 5 credits is allowed for
restricted/vocational course work and a
maximum of 3 credits is allowed in
Physical Education.
Notice: Planning guides are intended to guide
students toward completing degree
requirements. They are not intended to
communicate admissions requirements of 4year institutions. Students are strongly urged to
consult with an advisor, college/university
admissions staff, and the catalog of the 4-year
institution to which they plan to transfer. Other
conditions and restrictions may also apply.
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2015–2016