Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements

Degree Requirements

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is a state approved associate degree that is intended to prepare graduates for direct entry into the workforce. The AAS degree may also help to prepare students for career advancements, occupational licensures, or further study at a four-year college or university. 

General Requirements:

  1. Complete the related instruction requirements and the required major curriculum as outlined.
  2. Complete a minimum of 90 credits (some programs require more).
  3. Complete a minimum of 24 credits at LBCC.
  4. Maintain a minimum accumulative grade point average of 2.00 or better.

Listed below are the related instruction requirements for the AAS degree. Where options exist, see a department advisor for assistance. 


Related Instruction Requirements

Communication (3 Credits)

Some programs may have a specific communication requirement not listed below. Refer to program curriculum for details or

Select one course from the following:

COMM 100Intro to Speech Communication

3

COMM 111Public Speaking

3

COMM 112Intro to Persuasion

3

COMM 218Interpersonal Communication

3

WR 115Intro to College Writing

3

WR 121English Composition

3

Computation (3 Credits)

A minimum of 3 credits of computation is required. Some programs may have a specific computation requirement. Refer to program curriculum for the specific required class. If none is listed, take one mathematics course, MTH 060 or higher.

Human Relations (3 Credits)

When choosing a course in Human Relations, students should check specific requirements of the program. If a program does not offer a specific requirement, refer to the courses listed in the AAOT Degree Requirements section that have the Cultural Literacy reference. These courses also meet the Human Relations requirement for the Associate of Applied Science degree.