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Science Department

Associate of Science in Marine Science

ASCC 2020-2022 Catalog Review

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Program Purpose

The Science Department is proud to offer a hands-on,�comprehensive Marine Science program for its�students to explore, understand, and appreciate the�importance of the influence the ocean has on our�planet’s climate, as well as learn about marine�organisms and habitats both locally and globally.�The department is committed to a strong science�program that strives to work with the latest�technologies, and that explores environmental and�human life sustainability issues in order to produce�the next generation of leaders.����

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Review Structure

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Program Aims

The Associate of Science degree in Marine Science�provides students with a strong platform in basic physical�and life sciences with a focus in Marine Science from�which they can confidently pursue higher education in the�sciences or enter the job market. Students gain a broad�understanding of the physical and biological forces�driving the world’s oceans and an appreciation of the�importance of marine ecosystems to the world’s�environment, climate and daily human life.

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Sample Program Aims

• Provide introductory/transferable content enrichment courses in the areas of marine Science and marine conservation pursuits such as fisheries.
• Provide opportunities and career paths for students interested in marine environments and community education as to the importance of these resources.
• Introduce new programs (certificates/degrees) and services (professional development, certification, content enrichment courses) conducive to the community needs.

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Program Curriculum Qualities

• What are the Qualities of the Program?

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1: Marine Environment awareness

2: Hands-on Skills

3: Critical thinking skills

4: Transferable Skills

Purpose

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Program Aims

Program Curriculum Qualities

Marine Environment Awareness

• This involves the immersion into the local marine environment and gathering some of its important detail.
• Aligns with PLO 1

Hands-on skills

• Through field work observing and gathering data in the marine environment.
• Aligns with GEO 2-A Evaluate Information

Critical Thinking Skills

• This involves the acquisition and evaluation of data and making interpretations based on data gathered
• Aligns to GEO 3-C Problem Solving

Transferable Skills

• Skills learned can be transferred to higher degree programs or into the workforce.
• Aligns with GEO 5-D Career, Personal, & Professional Growth

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Program Competencies

• What are the competencies (CLOs) for each program quality (PLO or GEO)?

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PLO/GEO 1

PLO 2/ GEO 1

GEO 3-A: Quantitative

GEO 2-B:2 Apply Information

CLO 1

CLO 2

Apply the scientific method including: observation; form hypotheses, conduct research; analyze, calculate, and explain results; and draw conclusions.

CLO 1

Recognize value and contribute to team settings by cooperating and provide support, differentiate responsibilities, and listen to protocols and respect opinions from team members

Communicate scientific concepts effectively such as write technically and comprehend/apply oceanographic terms in a meaningful context

Program Competencies

• What are the competencies (CLOs) for each program quality(PLO or GEO)?

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PLO/

GEO 1

Competence in comprehending, interpreting, evaluating, and applying physical and biological scientific data.

CLO 1

CLO 2

CLO 3

CLO 4

CLO 5

CLO 6

Comprehend and properly use a selection of basic chemistry, physics, earth science, and astronomical terms and measurements.

Demonstrate safety procedures in the laboratory.

Evaluate pseudoscientific claims and challenge their purported effectiveness in their daily lives

Demonstrate basic experiments that will test a hypothesis.

Evaluate conclusions derived from experimental data.

Evaluate basic chemistry and physics problems and solve them with the appropriate formulae.

Competencies Mapped in Courses

• General Education Courses:
• 1^st Year Gen Ed courses: ENG 150, ENG 151, MAT 151, ICT 150, SPH 153, PSY 150, HIS 150 or HIS 170
• 2^nd Year Gen Ed courses: BIO 180/180L, MAT 250 or MAT 280, HIS 162, ENG 251, CHM 150/150L
• Program Requirement Courses: MSC 150/150L, MSC 170/170L, MSC 160, MSC 280, MSC 100 , MSC 200, PED 170 , MSC 220
• Elective Credits: CHM 151/151L, PHY 151/151L

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Cycle of Data Review

• Academic Year 2020-2021
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Review of Program Data

• Academic Year 2020-2021
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Cycle of Data Review

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Cycle of Data Review

• Academic Year 2020-2021
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Cycle of Data Review

• Academic Year 2020-2021
• Certificates and Degrees Conferred:

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Cycle of Data Review

• Academic Year 2020-2021
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Cycle of Data Review

• Academic Year 2020-2021
• Number of students that transition into the Workforce:

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Cycle of Data Review

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Review of Program Data

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Cycle of Data Review

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Cycle of Data Review

• Academic Year 2021-2022
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Cycle of Data Review

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Cycle of Data Review

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Cycle of Data Review

• Academic Year 2021-2022
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Cycle of Data Review

Academic Year 2020-2021 and 2021-2022:

• Pedagogy/Methods of Teaching:
• Moodle and Zoom meetings.
• Practical Requirements: Field Experience, Hands – on Labs.

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Building Bridges

Academic Year 2020-2021 and 2021-2022:

• Local MOUs / MOAs
• Grants
• National Science Foundation's Advanced Technological Education grant

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• Articulations
• External Articulation of Courses
• U.H. Manoa and Hilo
• 15% students that transfer per semester
• Internal/External Articulation of Gainful Employment
• # of Agencies/Private Sectors with employment articulations
• 15% of students that transfer into the workforce

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