Natural Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics)
East Georgia’s program in Natural Sciences can give you the foundation for professional careers in the sciences, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, mathematics, or engineering – all at a highly competitive cost compared to other institutions. Our faculty is dedicated and passionate, and we can provide you with the background and skills to excel when you transfer to a 4-year school or professional program. Our graduates have demonstrated success in transferring to bachelor degree STEM majors at our sister institutions in the USG, and to professional schools in STEM-related fields. Join with us to build the foundation for your future!
- You’ll get to work closely with faculty in the classroom, lab, or field.
- You’ll build a network of support and develop skills that will serve you long into the future.
- You’ll get high quality training and instruction for one of the most cost-competitive programs in the USG.
Core Areas A, B, C, D, E and Additional Institutional Requirements – Required: 46 Hours
Please see College Catalog for required curriculum
Area F
Area F: 21 Hours
Select 5 Courses
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- BIOL 1107 Principles of Biology I (4 credits)
- BIOL 1108 Principles of Biology II (4 credits)
- CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I (4 credits)
- CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II (4 credits)
- BIOL 2260K Microbiology (4 credits)
- CHEM 2411 Organic Chemistry I (4 credits)
- CHEM 2412 Organic Chemistry II (4 credits)
- MATH 2012 Calculus II (4 credits)
- PHYS 2211 Physics I: Classical Mechanics (4 credits)
- PHYS 2212 Physics II: Electricity, Magnetism, Optics (4 credits)
Biology Concentration
Area F: 21 Hours
Required:
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- BIOL 1107 Principles of Biology I
- BIOL 1108 Principles of Biology II
- CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I
- CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II
- BIOL 2260K Microbiology or CHEM 2411 Organic Chemistry I
Chemistry Concentration
Area F: 21 Hours
Required:
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- CHEM 2411 Organic Chemistry I
- CHEM 2412 Organic Chemistry II
- BIOL 1107 Principles of Biology I
- BIOL 1108 Principles of Biology II
- PHYS 2411 Physics I: Classical Mechanics or MATH 2012 Calculus II
Carryover from Area D: 1 hour
NOTE: To carryover an hour from Area D, students should take MATH 1113, Pre-Calculus, in Area A as a pre-requisite to MATH 1540, Calculus I for the math requirement in Area D. A strong high school background in mathematics and sufficient aptitude are necessary to follow this path. Otherwise, the students should be encouraged to take MATH 1111 before attempting MATH 1113 which results in additional hours.
Total Semester Hours: 67
Careers
Most of our students find professional employment as teachers, physicians, nurses, pharmacists, physician’s assistants, biological researchers, engineers, veterinarians, morticians, nutritionists, or in environmental business, government agencies, the military, agriculture, soil science, or forestry. Nurses and other medical professionals, and teachers in STEM fields are in high demand.
Transfer
With an Associate of Sciences degree in Natural Sciences from East Georgia, students
are prepared for work toward degrees in basic or applied sciences or biomedical fields.
The possibilities are as endless as your imagination! Associate Degree students have
transferred to finish bachelors’ degrees at:
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- Georgia College and State University
- Augusta University
- Georgia Southern University
- Georgia Southwestern State University
- University of Georgia
- Georgia Institute of Technology
- Georgia College and State University
Sciences (Biology, Integrated Science, Chemistry, Physics)
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- John E. Cadle
- Paul Cerpovicz
- David Chevalier
- Martiana Sega
- Breana Simmons
- John Smoyer
- Jimmy Wedincamp
- Yelena White
Mathematics
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- Keith Barrs
- Antré Drummer
- John Gleissner
- Candace Lynn
- Larie Ward
- Fang Xie
- Our faculty has diverse interests and experience in plant biology, biochemistry, ecology, entomology, genetics, vertebrate zoology, conservation, and all areas of mathematics.
- We have spacious facilities and natural areas, including a greenhouse and new teaching laboratories and classrooms added in 2018. Labs are equipped with computer stations, microscopes, models, slide collections, and apparatus to teach the full range of course offerings. The campus features expanses of natural areas, including aquatic systems, parcels of southeastern Georgia sandhills habitat, and a beautiful nature trail. We are close to the Ohoopee Dunes Wildlife Management Areas and George L. Smith State Park.
- EGSC is a Bee Campus and a Tree Campus, Higher Education. We have active, honey-producing bee colonies and activities associated with both of these broad initiatives. Check out our BeeCam
- Research opportunities and internships are available to help develop your portfolio! Research projects range from aquatic and terrestrial ecology, aquatic toxicology, entomology, zoology, and conservation. EGSC students can avail themselves of opportunities to intern at local hospitals, veterinary clinics, and business establishments. Students gain practical experience that is highly desired in applications to professional schools in nursing, medicine, veterinary practice, and state and private industries. EGSC students have won awards for their presentations and posters at statewide meetings
- Our Study Abroad program can allow you to experience the world! Recent programs have taken students to Costa Rica and Italy.
- An array of clubs focused on activities in the sciences, including the STEM Club, the Beekeeping Club, EARTH Club, and Tri-Beta Club (honorary biology national organization). Club members take part in organized activities on campus or throughout the region or state. These offer many learning and service opportunities.
- Check out our Flickr feed for galleries of activities and events associated with Natural Sciences, such as STEM Club events, Study Abroad - Costa Rica, Bee Campus, Tree Campus, Arbor Day, Regional Science Olympiad, and much more!
