Science and Mathematics Curriculum at LCCC
What could be more important than understanding the world we live in and how it works? The practical application of science develops new technology, improves our health and living standards and is vitally important to the economy of the 21st Century.
Virtually every aspect of life as we know it is only possible thanks to scientific advances. Life has changed beyond recognition since our ancestors first started to think scientifically, and the pace of technology shows no signs of slowing.
A degree in science allows you to spend at least two years studying something that is interesting, fun and useful; provides you with a broad range of options after graduating; makes you attractive to employers; and has good earning potential.
Mathematics is among the most fascinating of all intellectual disciplines, the purest of all art forms, and the most challenging of games. Mathematics is a powerful tool for solving practical problems and a highly creative field of study, combining logic and precision with intuition and imagination. The basic goal of mathematics is to reveal and explain patterns—whether the pattern appears as electrical impulses in an animal's nervous system, as fluctuations in stock market prices, or as fine detail of an abstract geometric figure.
The study of mathematics is not only exciting, but also important: mathematicians have an opportunity to make a lasting contribution to society by helping to solve problems in such diverse fields as medicine, management, economics, government, computer science, physics, psychology, engineering, and social science.
Career Areas to Explore
Associate of Science
The associate of science is intended for students who wish to complete the first two or more years of a bachelor's degree program at LCCC in such program fields as biology, chemistry, computer science and engineering, general science and physics. Students completing the associate of science degree may transfer with junior (or higher) standing to the four-year university or college of their choice.
Students may also select the associate of science degree if they wish to complete the first two or more years of a bachelor's degree program at LCCC in program fields such as:
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Earth Science
Dental
Engineering
Mathematics |
Medical
Optometry
Pharmacy
Physical Science
Physics
Sports Medicine/Athletic Training
Veterinary |
Sustainable Agriculture
Short-Term Technical Certificate - 7190
The Short-Term Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture will allow LCCC students to explore careers in agriculture and food systems. Students will learn key sustainability and land stewardship skills as they study the interactions between food, human health, and ecosystem services. Students will contribute to the production, distribution, and marketing of locally grown produce through hands-on experiences with local farmers and growers. Some courses require travel time to off-campus sites. This program is offered in collaboration with The Ohio State University Agriculture Technical Institute (OSU/ATI) in Wooster, OH, and the George Jones Memorial Farm in Oberlin, OH. Lorain County Community College has articulation agreements with colleges and universities including programs offered at LCCC's University Partnership.
Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science
This program offers career opportunities in forestry, insurance, state, county and local government along with local public fire departments (For public fire department employment, a 240-hour non-credit program on firefighting techniques and a Civil Service examination are required.).
Bachelor of Science in Biology
From Bowling Green State University through LCCC's University Partnership
Bowling Green State University offers a baccalaureate degree program through the LCCC University Partnership, which provides training in the major areas of biology while allowing sufficient flexibility to accommodate the specific interests of individual students. All majors are required to take the biology core plus genetics. The degree program requires a student to take at least one course in each of three major areas: biology of organisms; ecology, evolution and behavior; cell and regulatory biology. Additional courses in one or more of these areas allow the student to design an individualized curriculum while ensuring exposure to the broad spectrum of biology. The degree program, with one additional physics course and one additional chemistry course, also allows students to meet the course requirements for pre-professional (medical, dental, veterinary) graduate study. The program is based on a three-plus-one concept where the associate degree courses meet the first three years of study for general education courses and the science foundation courses.
Bachelor of Science in Surveying and Mapping Technology
From the University of Akron University through LCCC's University Partnership
The bachelor of science in surveying and mapping technology degree is a step-up program designed to provide the student with additional education beyond the associate of applied science degree in surveying and construction technology. This degree is also designed to meet the formal education requirements for registration as a Professional Surveyor in the State of Ohio.