Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements (AAS)

All AAS programs follow the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Requirements unless otherwise specified. See individual AAS degrees for specific program requirements. AAS degrees are intended to prepare graduates for direct entry into the workforce. AAS degrees may also help to prepare students for career advancement, occupational licensure, or further study at the baccalaureate level. These are general requirements for all Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees. See individual AAS programs for specific requirements.

This degree will be awarded based on the following criteria. Students in specific AAS programs must also meet any program-specific criteria for degree completion.

• Complete a minimum of 90 credits.
• Complete a minimum of 24 credits at Lane.
• Unless otherwise specified by individual programs, complete all courses with a grade of C- or better, or Pass.
• Maximum 16 credits "Pass" may be used toward degree. This limit does not include courses only offered P/NP.
• Cumulative GPA must be at least 2.0 when the Associate of Applied Science degree is awarded.

To view Human Relations and all other course options, see Program Requirements. 

Learning Outcomes

Lane degrees and certificates are aligned with Lane's Institutional Learning Outcomes and Oregon Learning Outcomes. Associate of Applied Science degrees also have program-specific learning outcomes. See individual programs for details.

Writing

Students who complete the Writing requirement will be able to:

• Apply effective communication skills
• Identify appropriate communication style (face-to-face, written, digital, etc.) for specific audiences

Math

Students who complete the Mathematics requirement will be able to:

• Apply appropriate mathematical concepts or quantitative reasoning to solve problems
• Recognize which mathematical concepts are applicable to specific industry or organizational contexts

Human Relations

Students who complete the Human Relations requirement will be able to:

• Communicate effectively with others in industry or organizational contexts
• Identify barriers to communication and how to overcome them
• Demonstrate characteristics of an effective team member
• Apply ethical decision-making in the workplace
• Demonstrate honesty and respect for other viewpoints

Program Requirements

General Education

Courses must be a minimum of 3 credits each. AAS degree programs must contain general education instruction in the areas of communication (writing), computation (mathematics), and human relations. Students in AAS degree programs must complete one course from each of the following categories.

Writing

One course, minimum 3 credits. 
Typically specified by the program. If not specified, WR 115W, WR 115 (Summer 1999 or after) or higher.

Math

One course, minimum 3 credits.
Typically specified by the program. If not specified, MTH 025 or higher.

Human Relations

One course, minimum 3 credits.
Typically specified by program. If not specified, choose from the Human Relations list.

BA 278	Leadership and Team Dynamics	4
CG 100	College Success	1-3
CG 203	Human Relations at Work	1-3
COMM 130	Business and Professional Communication	4
COMM 218Z	Interpersonal Communication	4
COMM 219	Small Group Communication	4
COMM 260	Introduction to Conflict Management	4
COMM 296	Communication in Healthcare Settings	4

Program Core Courses

Core coursework varies from program to program and may include a combination of transfer and career technical courses designed to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to enter into a specific career or industry. See individual program information for specific requirements and limitations.

Electives

AAS degree programs may include electives. They can be open electives or a set list created by the coordinator. See individual program information for specific course requirements.

Notes

• College-level courses are numbered 100 or higher. Courses numbered 001-099 are considered skills-based/developmental.
• Courses numbered 180, 197, 199, 280, 297, 298, or 299 counts as electives, and do not meet General Education requirements. Courses numbered 199 and 299 are experimental, and may later be reviewed and approved for this program.
• Credit-by-Exam and Credit-by-Assessment may comprise up to 25% of total degree credits.
• See the list of Course Types by Prefix. Policies on accepting career technical credits vary at four-year institutions in Oregon. Consult an academic advisor if considering transferring after earning an AAS.
• Only the Academic Requirements Review Committee (ARRC) may waive a college-related instruction requirement. Petitions are available from Enrollment Services at https://www.lanecc.edu/administration/enrollment-services/general-education-substitution-and-waiver-petition.
• Students may use up to 18 credits of Cooperative Education toward a degree/certificate at Lane Community College. Cooperative Education may be used as part of Program Core Courses, not as General Education.
• HE 252 can be used in the Health/Wellness/Fitness category if taken in Summer 1997 or after. Prior to this, HE 252 would be considered an elective.
• Students may only use one BI 101, one BI 102, and one BI 103 to meet requirements for any Lane degree, regardless of letter option.