General Studies, Logistics Specialization
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Purpose
This program is intended to provide the student with a general course of study that parallels the freshman and sophomore years at most colleges and universities. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities. Following the prescribed coursework in this program will result in graduation with the associate of science degree (A.S.). Students should consult with their advisors to ensure that they select general electives that best prepare them for the specific requirements for their intended transfer college or university programs of study.
Admission Requirements and Special Conditions
A high school diploma (or equivalent) and satisfactory scores on college placement tests (or equivalent) in English and mathematics are required. If students have deficiencies in English and/or mathematics, JTCC offers developmental courses to prepare students for the curriculum.
Program Curriculum
| 1st Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 100 Introduction to Business | 3 | |
| ENG 111 College Composition I | 3 | |
| GIS 101 Introduction to Geospatial Technology I | 3 | |
| MTH 163 Precalculus I | 3 | MTH 158, MTH 164, MTH 170, MTH 173. |
| SDV 100 College Success Skills | 1 | |
| Laboratory Science Elective | 4 | See Note 3. |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
| 2nd Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| BUS 111 Principles of Supervision | 3 | |
| ENG 112 College Composition II | 3 | |
| MTH 240 Statistics | 3 | MTH 158, MTH 164, MTH 170, MTH 173. |
| Laboratory Science Elective | 4 | See Note 3. |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | See Note 1. |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
| 3rd Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| CON 110 Contract Support Planning | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | 3 | See Note 4. See Transfer Electives Document. |
| Transfer Elective | 3 | See Note 4. See Transfer Electives Document. |
| Humanities Elective | 3 | See Note 2. |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | See Note 1. |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
| 4th Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| CON 111 Contract Strategy Execution | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | 3 | See Note 4. See Transfer Electives Document. |
| Humanities Elective | 3 | See Note 2. |
| Physical Education/Health Elective | 1 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | See Note 1. |
| Total Credits | 13 | |
| Total Credits For Program | 61 |
Notes and Additional Curriculum Options
- The social/behavioral sciences elective requirements can be satisfied by courses with the following prefixes: ECO, GEO, PLS, HIS, PSY and SOC.
- The humanities elective requirements can be satisfied by completing literature (ENG), foreign language, humanities (HUM), philosophy (PHI), art (ART), music (MUS), speech courses addressing performing arts or the history of theatre (CST), or religion (REL) courses. ENG 112, CST 100, CST 105 and CST 115 may not be used to satisfy humanities electives requirements.
- The laboratory science requirements can be satisfied by the following courses: BIO 101, BIO 102, BIO 110, BIO 120, CHM 101, CHM 102, CHM 111, CHM 112, GOL 105, NAS 125, NAS 130, PHY 101, PHY 102, PHY 201, PHY 202, PHY 241, and PHY 242. STEM track majors should take CHM 111-112 plus PHY 201-202 (or PHY 241-242).
- For students wishing to transfer to Longwood University’s Bachelor of General Studies program with a concentration in Logistics it is suggested that the following courses be taken to fulfill the transfer elective requirements: BUS 208, BUS 215, and BUS 220.
For additional information on this program, please contact the Division of Engineering, Business and Public Services at 804-706-5121 (Chester) or 804-594-1480 (Midlothian).
2012-2013 Catalog
