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Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Degree Focus Areas

 

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Welcome to the General Studies Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Core (STEM). Here you can explore the STEM disciplines while deciding which specific major you want to complete at MC or pursue at a four-year college or university, you can complete preparatory course work necessary to apply for other programs, or you can complete your Associate’s with an emphasis on a STEM related area.  You will select at least 15 credits from any of the discipline courses or individual courses within the core, including at least 3 credits at the 200 level.

Note: If you are planning to complete an MC degree in a specific STEM area (such as Biology, Chemistry, or Engineering) or planning to transfer in a science, engineering or technology area, please be sure to work with a counselor or program advisor to select the right entry level math and science courses. 

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:

  • Construct graphic and analytical models.
  • Express conclusions and implications from scientific experiments using a variety of methods and appropriate scientific language.
  • Analyze and resolve real-world and abstract quantitative situations.
  • Communicate, interpret, and justify results with clarity and coherence, demonstrating effective digital, written, oral and graphic communication skills.
  • Utilize and apply multi-disciplinary methods of inquiry from the sciences, technology, engineering, and mathematics in response to a problem, task, or experience.
  • Reflect on and assess their own learning as it applies to themselves as scholars and engaged citizens rooted in the sciences, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Program Advising

Academic advising helps students reach their educational and career goals. Meet with your academic advisor regularly to discuss your academic plans and make sure you are on track to graduate and/or transfer. The program advising guide outlines the degree requirements and is meant to supplement the advising process. 

Curriculum

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This degree is available as a Z-Degree—no textbook purchases required. (Learn more about Z-degrees).

As a General Studies STEM major, you will develop an interdisciplinary course of study emphasizing a variety of courses in science, technology, engineering and mathematics before selecting a focused STEM related major. The STEM Core is designed to encourage student to explore these disciplines while deepening their knowledge through a selected academic focus.

In addition to exploring STEM related majors, you can pursue a specific area of focus or design your own focus. 

Areas of Focus

Choose a discipline option below to learn more about suggested courses, program advising, transfer opportunities, and career information.

*Please meet with your counseling advisor and/or instructional advisor for more guidance. 

Design Your Own Focus

Using the course sequence below as a starting point, meet with a general studies program advisor to choose your courses and design your own focus. 

Suggested Course Sequence

The suggested course sequence is listed below for General Studies: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Areas of Focus


Related Programs and Courses

Related Degrees

In addition to the General Studies STEM degree, MC offers the following STEM area degrees: 

Montgomery College also offers the following STEM related certificates:

Workforce Development and Continuing Education

MC offers a wide variety of noncredit classes designed to help you upgrade your skills, pursue career training, or learn something new. 

 

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