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Natural Resource Systems: AAS
The Natural Resource Systems Associate of Applied Science degree is offered to students seeking employment in
Natural Resource Systems occupations. The degree offers options in Agricultural Business and Environmental Science.
To earn the Natural Resource Systems AAS degree, students must satisfactorily complete all the requirements
of the degree including a minimum of 90 credits, 40 of which are in the General Education Component. The
General Education requirement allows the flexibility to continue professional development later, by applying
the basic skills gained to more in-depth study.
Successful pursuit of this degree requires students to possess collegiate skills in reading, communication,
computation, and critical thinking. To acquire that competency, it is highly recommended that students
complete precollegiate courses to gain these skills in the first terms of their program.
Course of Study
The first year of the AAS degree program offers technical specialty coursework and completion of prerequisites.
The second year covers a broad range of skills, including those necessary for diversification and upward mobility
within the occupational area.
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