This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for 2000-2001 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the Calendar for updated information.

Science

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Offered at Richmond and Surrey

Graduation

The Faculty of Science offers two credentials in support of course packages completed at Kwantlen, either before transferring to complete a Bachelor of Science or as an exit level recognition.

Admission Requirements

Any graduate of a British Columbia secondary school (or its equivalent elsewhere), or applicant qualifying under the mature student or international student admissions guidelines, is eligible to seek admission to the science program at Kwantlen University College. However, individual courses within the science program have specific prerequisite requirements. Principles of Mathematics 12 is required to qualify for direct entry into first-year calculus (MATH 1120 or MATH 1130). Principles of Physics 12 and Principles of Mathematics 12 are required for first-year physics (PHYS 1120 or PHYS 1101). Chemistry 12 is required to qualify for direct entry into first-year chemistry (CHEM 1120). There is no prerequisite for first-year biology (BIOL 1110). Specific grade requirements and any other governing conditions are noted with each course description. Courses and/or grades below the standards noted above would necessitate appropriate upgrading, which will ultimately extend the time required to complete a Bachelor of Science degree. Students are therefore strongly encouraged to take Principles of Mathematics 12, and be aware of the other Grade 12 science requirements when selecting their senior level courses in high school. The stream of "Applications of" courses which are generally classified under the heading of Applied Academics are recognized, but at a standard below the stream of "Principles of" courses.

Kwantlen offers a variety of preparatory courses for students missing a prerequisite for one of the essential courses in the science program. Preparatory courses at the provincial grade 11 and 12 level are offered within the Science program as CHEM 0094; as MATH 0092, MATH 0093 and MATH 1112; and as PHYS 1100. The Academic and Career Preparation division at Kwantlen offers an even wider range of courses under the ACP code.

Transfer

Kwantlen University College offers two years of mathematics and science courses for students wishing to transfer to a university towards completion of a Bachelor of Science degree.

Kwantlen's courses transfer to UBC, SFU, UVic, UNBC and most other degree or diploma granting institutions in British Columbia and outside. Specific information on how each course transfers can be obtained through the Internet at www.bccat.bc.ca, through the Kwantlen University College Transfer Guide, through Kwantlen's program & course WEB pages, or by contacting the admissions office at any other post-secondary institution

Kwantlen students may apply for transfer to a university or elsewhere at any stage, but are encouraged to complete the first two years here. Kwantlen University College does not offer a Bachelor of Science degree because there is adequate space for qualified science students in third and fourth year at the universities, because our first and second year courses transfer readily, and because our mission is to offer only non-traditional applied degrees.

Content

A traditional full course load would consist of five courses, but many students opt to take a reduced load with the understanding that it will take longer to complete the Bachelors degree.

Science programs typically have a core of common courses in the first two years. However, to ensure that courses are taken in the correct sequence or match the course profile required for completion of a Bachelor of Science in the chosen specialization, students are encouraged to consult the Calendar or speak to the admissions or advising office at the university where they plan to complete a degree, or to contact an educational advisor or science instructor at Kwantlen.

A routine first semester at a first-year level for full-time studies in the sciences would be:

MATH 1120 or 1130
CHEM 1110
PHYS 1120 or 1101

Plus two courses chosen from:

BIOL 1110
CPSC 1100 or 1103
ENGL 1110 or 1100
Any other elective

Students lacking prerequisites for any of these courses would have to modify their course package accordingly.

English and elective courses are standard components of any Bachelor of Science degree. Students should be aware of the English and elective requirements at the post-secondary institution where they plan to complete their Bachelor of Science degree. Prerequisites for English are listed under the English course section. Students who are not fluent in English are strongly encouraged to register in the appropriate level of English courses each semester or until suitable fluency is achieved.

Some mathematics and science courses have been organized into two streams - life sciences and physical sciences.

• For mathematics, the calculus courses MATH 1120 and MATH 1220 are the traditional route for the physical sciences, but MATH 1130 and MATH 1230 are targeted for students wishing to pursue a life science option (particularly at SFU). MATH 2232 is a linear algebra course for science and engineering students, and MATH 2234 is an additional requirement for transfer to UBC engineering programs.
• For physics, the courses PHYS 1120 and PHYS 1220 are for physical science and engineering students, while PHYS 1101 and PHYS 1102 are suitable for life science students.

First year science and mathematics courses:

APSC 1151 (priority to Engineering students)
BIOL 1110, 1210
CHEM 1105, 1110, 1210
CPSC 1100, 1103, 1204
GEOL 1210
MATH 1112, 1115, 1120, 1130, 1220, 1230
PHYS 1100, 1101, 1102, 1120, 1220, 1170

Second year science and mathematics courses are:

BIOL 2320, 2321, 2322, 2323, 2421
CHEM 2310, 2320, 2410, 2420
MATH 2232, 2234, 2315, 2321, 2322, 2421
PHYS 2330, 2335, 2420, 2421

Associate of Science Degree

Graduation

Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded an Associate of Science Degree.

Description

The general requirements for the Associate of Science Degree are specified by provincial legislation. To qualify for an Associate of Science degree, students must complete a total of 20 courses at the first and second year level. A minimum grade of C is required in each course counting towards the Associate of Science degree. Students must submit a request to the registrar's office at the last stage of completion in order to be granted an associate degree.

Students planning to continue towards a Bachelor of Science degree should verify the transfer status at each university when organizing their course profile to ensure they meet entrance requirements. While universities traditionally set transfer standards based on GPA cutoffs, the Associate of Science degree provides the required background and prerequisites on a properly selected course profile for upper level studies towards a Bachelor's Degree. SFU gives transfer priority to holders of associate degrees over those without.

For students electing to seek employment at the Associate of Science level, the degree attests that they have received a strong science education at the foundation level.

Content

A. First Year

a. Any two of ENGL 1100, 1110, 1201, 1202, 1203, 1205, 1206, 1200

b. Both MATH 1120 and MATH 1220 or MATH 1130 and MATH 1230

c. Any six science courses from among the following:

BIOL 1110, 1210
CHEM 1105, 1110, 1210
PHYS 1100, 1101 or 1120, 1170, 1102 or 1220
MATH 1112, 1115
GEOG 1110, 1120
GEOL 1210
CPSC 1100, 1103, 1204, 1205

Note: no more than two courses in any subject area

B. Second Year

Any six science courses from among the following:

BIOL 2320, 2321, 2322, 2421
CHEM 2310, 2320, 2410, 2420
PHYS 2321, 2322, 2330, 2335, 2420, 2421
MATH 2232, 2315, 2321, 2322, 2421
GEOG 2310, 2320
CPSC 2405

Note: must be in a minimum of two subject areas

C. Four Additional Courses

A. Any two courses in Arts other than English

B. Any other two university transferable courses

Total: 20 courses (minimum 60 credits)

Note: Arts implies any subject area not noted in the science categories above, and includes all geography courses not specified in the science categories above, i.e. GEOG 1101,1140, 1150, 1160, 1211, 1212

Students lacking the appropriate prerequisites will likely require more than two years to complete the Associate of Science degree. The Associate of Science Degree represents completion of one half a Bachelor of Science degree. Assuming the right courses were taken, students should ideally be able to complete their Bachelor of Science within two years at the receiving university.

Diploma in Science

Graduation

Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded a Diploma in Science.

Description

This credential is awarded in recognition of a substantial course profile in science taken at Kwantlen University College. Students must submit a request to the registrar's office at the last stage of completion in order to be granted this diploma.

Program content

1. 60 credits (Kwantlen credits) in 1000 and 2000 level courses that transfer to UBC, SFU, UVic, or UNBC;

2. A minimum overall accumulated GPA of 2.00 in the courses that count towards the Diploma;

3. The 60 credits must include the following:

• a. Six credits (2 courses) in English courses at the 1100 level or higher;
• b. MATH 1120 and MATH 1220, or MATH 1130 and MATH 1230 (6 credits);
• c. 20 credits of level 1100 and 1200 courses drawn from at least two of the following disciplines: Biology, Chemistry Physics; and
• d. A minimum of two courses at level 2300 and/or 2400 in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics (excluding MATH 2340).

Note: Students should be careful to choose their remaining credits according to program requirements at the university, university/college or institute of technology where they wish to complete their Degree.

4. A maximum of 45 credits (none at the 2300 or 2400 level) can be transferred through a combination of courses taken at another institution or granted through Prior Learning Assessment.