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Applied Sciences (AS) Criteria
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The Physical, Life, and Applied Sciences Requirement Committee has approved the following criteria for courses that meet the Applied Sciences (AS) Requirement.
1. This course is primarily for undergraduate non-majors.
2. Scientific theories, models and principles are taught.
3. Critical reasoning is required.
4. Science-based learning components are present (e.g. labs, fieldwork).
5. Quantitative reasoning through the use of problem-solving exercises is necessary.
6. Critical reasoning that employs writing is present.
7. This course surveys major sub-disciplines or processes in the Applied Sciences.
8. This course introduces students to the ways in which engineers and scholars in scientifically-based technical fields apply knowledge and understanding in the Applied Sciences.
Criteria approved by the Undergraduate Council; November 22, 2005.