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Science and Engineering Technology Associate of Science Degree

Location(s): In Person and Online

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Program Overview

Major ID: 396S

Program Start Dates: Fall, Spring, Summer

The Science and Engineering Technology degree is designed for students who are seeking employment in a science laboratory and/or who are seeking to transfer to a four-year program.

Career Opportunities

Science and Engineering Technicians and Technologists work in many aspects of the laboratory industry from basic research to clean room facilities. They work in a variety of sub-fields, such as biotechnology, microbiology, nanotechnology, pharmaceutical research, chemical technology, science manufacturing, and materials engineering. Technicians operate many kinds of equipment and instrumentation, prepare samples for processing, monitor commercial production, test for product quality, and collect and analyze samples. They conduct a variety of laboratory procedures, from routine laboratory procedures to complex research projects. Students in this program take core courses in research and instrumentation and chose one of the three specialized tracks; biology, chemistry, or engineering. A solid background in science and math along with the skills in using advanced equipment is vital for success as a Science and Engineering Technician or Technologist.

Program Outcomes

  1. Design and conduct experiments as well as analyze and interpret the results.
  2. Operate and safely use instrumentation in science and engineering laboratories.
  3. Act professionally and with ethical responsibility.
  4. Communicate the results of experiments using appropriate mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles.
  5. Solve science technology problems within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.

Transfer Opportunities

Saint Paul College has transfer agreements & partnerships between many post-secondary institutions. For more information please go to saintpaul.edu/Transfer.

Program Faculty

Simran Chahal
harsimranjit.chahal@saintpaul.edu

Travis Mills
travis.mills@saintpaul.edu

Pam Schumacher
pam.schumacher@saintpaul.edu

Penny Starkey
penny.starkey@saintpaul.edu

Kristyn VanderWaal Mills
Kristyn.VanderWaalMills@saintpaul.edu

Program Requirements

Science and Engineering Core: Required

Course

Subtotal: 10 Credits

Science and Engineering Focus

(Select one focus area)

Chemistry

Biology

Engineering

Focus Subtotal: 20 Credits

Note: Science/engineering electives must be taken from: BIOC, BIOL, CHEM, CSCI, ENGR, NSCI, PHYS. Consult with your advisor for information about 2, 3, and 4 credit course options.

General Education/MnTC Requirements

Refer to the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Course List  for each Goal Area

  • Goal 1: Communication 7 Credits

    ENGL 1711 - Composition 1  1 - 4 Credits
    COMM 17XX - 3 Credits
     
  • Goal 3: Natural Science 4 Credits

    CHEM 1711 - Principles of Chemistry 1  1 - 4 Credits
     
  • Goal 4: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning 7 Credits
  • Goal 5: History, Social Science and Behavioral Sciences 3 Credits
  • Goal 6: Humanities and Fine Arts 3 Credits
  • Goals 1-10 of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum 6 Credits
    Students must select a minimum of 6 additional credits such that courses from at least six (6) goal areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum are met.

General Education Requirements: 30

Course Sequence

This course sequence is recommended for a full-time student; however, this sequence is not required. Not all courses are offered each semester; a selection of courses is offered summer term. Students should consult with the Program Faculty each semester.

First Semester

Total Semester Credits: 14-15

Second Semester

Chemistry Focus:

Biology Focus:

Engineering Focus:

Total Semester Credits: 16-18

Third Semester

Chemistry Focus:

Biology Focus:

Engineering Focus:

Total Semester Credits: 13-15

Fourth Semester

Chemistry Focus:

Biology Focus:

Engineering Focus:

  • Science or Engineering Elective 4-6 Credits
  • Goal 6: Humanities and Fine Arts 3 Credits

Total Semester Credits: 14-16

Total Program Credits: 60

Information is subject to change. This Program Requirements Guide is not a contract.

Minimum Program Entry Requirements
Students entering this program must meet the following minimum program entry requirements:

Reading: Score of 250+ or grade of “C” or better in READ 0722  

Writing: Score of 250+ on Reading Comprehension or grade of “C” or better in ENGL 0922  

Adv. Algebra & Functions: Score of 250+ or grade of “C” or better in MATH 0920  

Assessment Results and Prerequisites: Students admitted into Saint Paul College programs may need to complete additional courses based on assessment results and course prerequisite requirements. Certain MATH, READ, and ENGL courses have additional prerequisites.

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