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80 Associate of Applied Science Degree To qualify for an Associate of Applied Science degree, students must successfully complete a minimum of 62 credits (exclusive of physical education) including the general education requirements, the required courses in the major field, and such additional courses as they may select with the assistance of their faculty advisors to meet the requirements of the major. General Education Requirements The minimum general education requirements in each discipline for graduation in the Associate of Applied Science degree programs are listed below. Specific guidance about the courses that are available to meet general education requirements will be provided to students in advance of registration. Students are required to meet with their advisors in the selection of their courses. I. GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES Credits A. FRESHMAN DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR (FDS)* 0-1 *Requirement of the Freshman-Year Program for all students matriculating into the University with fewer than 24 credits. B. HUMANITIES 9-12 Courses fulfilling the humanities electives include: humanities, communication, English, French, Spanish, music, theatre, philosophy, art. C. MATHEMATICS AND/OR SCIENCE 7-11 D. SOCIAL SCIENCES 3 Courses fulfilling the social sciences elective include: anthropology, criminal justice, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, sociology. II. SUMMARY Credits Freshman Development Seminar 0-1 Humanities 9-12 Mathematics and/or Science 7-11 Social Sciences 3 TOTAL 19-27 III. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Students must earn at least 30 of the last 36 credits at the University of the Virgin Islands. Course work more than ten years old must be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine its appropriateness to the current university course requirements. In order to graduate, students must earn at least two times as many quality points as registered credits in all their courses as well as in the courses of their major. 81 Additionally, students must successfully pass the following examinations: 1. ENGLISH PROFICIENCY EXAMINATION (EPE) 2. COMPUTER LITERACY EXAMINATION (CLE) Please review entry requirements for EPE and CLE on page 64. Degree Majors and Programs – A.A.S. Degree SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE Agricultural Business – Albert A. Sheen Campus Agroecology – Albert A Sheen Campus General Agriculture – Albert A. Sheen Campus Horticulture – Albert A. Sheen Campus COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Criminal Justice - Albert A. Sheen Campus and Orville E. Kean Campus COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS Process Technology - Albert A. Sheen Campus Associate of Applied Science Degree 82 SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE Mission The School of Agriculture embraces its land-grant mission of providing innovative and cutting-edge research, teaching, and extension programs that respond to the educational, social, economic, and environmental needs of the citizens of the Virgin Islands and the Caribbean region. Programs The School of Agriculture was established on June 22, 2020 by the Board of Trustees of the institution. Just like any other School of Agriculture in land-grant colleges and universities in the United States, our tripartite mission is centered around research, teaching and extension, as mentioned above. Our research mission is accomplished through the work of research faculty and staff in the Agricultural Experiment Station (AES), and we fulfill our extension mission through the efforts of extension faculty and staff in the Cooperative Extension Service (CES). We attain our teaching mission through the dedication of the teaching faculty members in the newly added academic unit of the school. The new academic unit of the School of Agriculture is the house to a variety of our innovative academic programs that prepare students for employment, graduate and professional schools, and leadership roles in the agriculture industry. The academic programs and curricula are in Animal Science, Agricultural Business, Agroecology, Agrotourism, Forestry and Nursery Management, Aquaculture, Aquaponics, Cannabis Biotechnology, Cannabis Social Sciences, General Agriculture, Horticulture, and Regulatory Science. The programs range from 15 to 18 credits for a certificate, 62 to 65 credits for an associate of applied science, and approximately 120 credits for a bachelor of science degree. Graduate programs are also being developed. We envision the School of Agriculture to be a friendly and family-oriented organization for students, faculty, and staff. Armed with the core values of the institution, we hope that our students will go on to enrich lives by making positive contributions to their communities and their professions because of the knowledge, skills, and experiences they acquired in the School of Agriculture. Agricultural Business Major This program provides training for a wide variety of careers in the agribusiness industry. Students in associate’s degree programs in agricultural business develop marketing, management, agricultural systems and problem-solving skills. Classes include required credits in agribusiness as well as liberal arts, science and general elective courses. The program integrates the disciplines of business and agricultural business, economics, quantitative methods and agricultural sciences. Course offerings include farm management and planning, marketing, financial accounting, agricultural economics, and agricultural policy and regulations. This curriculum provides students excellent preparation for careers in farm management, sales, marketing, international trade, agricultural processing, management, communications, public relations, finance and appraisal. Course Requirements A. Required courses in freshman studies (required for anyone admitted into the program with fewer than 24 credits): Credits FDS 100 Freshman Development Seminar 1 Associate of Applied Science Degree 83 B. Required courses in humanities Credits COM 119 Interpersonal Communication & Leadership Skills 3 ENG 120 English Composition 3 ENG 201 Research & Applied Writing 3 C. Required courses in mathematics and science Credits BIO 141-142 General Biology I-II 4-4 MAT 140 College Algebra with Application 4 or MAT 143 PreCalculus Algebra, 4 or exemption based on placement by the Department of Mathematical Sciences D. Required courses in social sciences Credits SSC 100 Introduction to the Social Sciences 3 E. Required courses Credits ACC 201 Financial Accounting 3 AGR 101 Introduction to Agriculture 3 AGR 201 Agricultural Economics 4 AGR 203 Farm Management & Planning 4 AGR 210 Agricultural Cooperatives 2 AGR 223 Agricultural Policy and Reforms 3 AGR 250 Agriculture Internship 3 BUS 112 Introduction to Business 3 COM 225 Intercultural Communication 3 F. An additional 9-11 credit hours are required from the following: Credits AGR 206 Animal Science 4 AGR 125 Plant Science 3 AGR 130 General Horticulture 3 AGR 202 Agronomy 4 COM 120 Public Speaking 3 Agroecology Major The Associate of Applied Science degree in agroecology will investigate both the science and social impact of agroecology in the tropics. The terms agroecology and sustainable agriculture will be explained in detail and defined, and applications of the agroecological perspective to the ecosystems and agriculture unique to the tropics will be discussed. Students will be exposed to the multiple perspectives inherent in agroecology, including the social and political dimensions. Of critical importance is the determination of the wider implications of agricultural land uses to other areas of human life and the environment. Opportunities will be presented to students to review the interconnections in tropical agroecology with other disciplines and propose potential applications of an agroecological approach for the betterment of the Virgin Islands. This is an interdisciplinary program thus, a wide variety of topics and disciplines will be identified and discussed Students will be expected to complete 9 required courses and 1 elective course, a total of 30 and 3-4 credit hours, respectively. The majority of the required courses will consist of a lab component designed to reinforce knowledge communicated in the classroom, and provide Associate of Applied Science Degree 84 the necessary experiential skills necessary for completion of program. The Associate of Applied Science degree should be completed in two years through a combination of face-to- face, hybrid, and online classes Course Requirements A. Required courses in freshman studies (required for anyone admitted into the program with fewer than 24 credits): Credits FDS 100 Freshman Development Seminar 1 B. Required courses in humanities Credits COM 119 Interpersonal Communication & Leadership Skills 3 ENG 120 English Composition 3 ENG 201 Research & Applied Writing 3 C. Required courses in mathematics and science Credits BIO 141-142 General Biology I-II 4-4 BIO 223 Ecology 4 CHE 111 Principles of Chemistry 4 ENV 200 Introduction to Environmental Science and Policy 3 MAT 140 College Algebra with Application 4 or MAT 143 PreCalculus Algebra, 4 or exemption based on placement by the Department of Mathematical Sciences D. Required courses in social sciences Credits SSC 100 Introduction to the Social Sciences 3 E. Required courses Credits AGR 101 Introduction to Agriculture 3 AGR 125 Plant Science 3 AGR 202 Agronomy 4 AGR 220 Soil Science 4 AGR 225 Tropical Agroecology 3 AGR 230 Integrated Pest Management 3 AGR 255 Agriculture Internship 3 F. An additional 3 credit hours are required from the following: Credits AGR 130 General Horticulture 3 AGR 135 Landscape Design and Management 3 AGR 203 Farm Management and Planning 4 AGR 206 Animal Science 4 General Agriculture Major The Associate of Applied Science degree in General Agriculture is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of agriculture-related positions including ag sales, farm management, supplies and service, and production. Courses cover topics such as introduction to agriculture, livestock production, tropical agroecology, and farm management Associate of Applied Science Degree 85 and planning. Students will gain an understanding of livestock production, plants, soils, biotechnology, natural resources, and sustainable agriculture as it relates to the global food industry. They will be able to identify the principles of animal science and apply these principles to efficient livestock production, demonstrate an understanding of economic principles and their application to farm management and of management principles in both domestic and international markets. The fundamentals of plant structure, growth, and development and the principles and methods of growing various ornamental, fruit, vegetable, and agronomic crops will be discussed in detail so students can understand the interactions of environmental factors and crop plants. The course will also take an in depth look at principles such as digestion and the digestibility of feeds, their nutritive values, grades, and classes; identify the principles of selection, evaluation, and ration formulations for livestock; fundamentals of aquaculture - methods and techniques used in the aquaculture of fresh and saltwater fish species. Course Requirements A. Required courses in freshman studies (required for anyone admitted into the program with fewer than 24 credits): Credits FDS 100 Freshman Development Seminar 1 B. Required courses in humanities: Credits COM 119 Interpersonal Communication & Leadership Skills 3 ENG 120 English Composition 3 ENG 201 Research & Applied Writing 3 C. Required courses in mathematics and science: Credits BIO 141-142 General Biology I-II 4-4 CHE 111 Principles of Chemistry 4 MAT 140 College Algebra with Application 4 or MAT 143 PreCalculus Algebra, 4 or exemption based on placement by the Department of Mathematical Sciences D. Required courses in social sciences: Credits SSC 100 Introduction to the Social Sciences 3 E. Required agriculture courses: Credits AGR 101 Introduction to Agriculture 3 AGR 115 Introduction to Marine & Freshwater Aquaculture Production 3 AGR 130 General Horticulture 3 AGR 201 Agricultural Economics 3 AGR 203 Farm Management and Planning 4 AGR 225 Tropical Agroecology 3 AGR 230 Integrated Pest Management 3 AGR 232 Livestock Production 3 AGR 250 Agriculture Internship 3 F. An additional 5 credit hours are required from the following: Credits AGR 204 Tropical Horticulture 4 AGR 207 Equine Science 3 Associate of Applied Science Degree 86 Credits AGR 210 Agricultural Cooperatives 2 AGR 231 Bee Keeping 2 AGR 235 Plant Propagation 3 Horticulture Major The Associate of Applied Science degree in Horticulture is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills for a successful career in the horticulture industry. The coursework, in addition to providing a solid science foundation for propagation, production, and managing plants, also provides students with critical hands-on experience, both in the Lab and the field. Courses in Soils, Plant Diseases, Vegetable Production, and Tropical Horticulture are integral components of the program. On completion of this program students have the opportunity or option to transfer to a Bachelor of Science program in areas such as Horticulture, Plant and Soil Sciences, and AgriBusiness. Most of the required courses will consist of a lab component designed to reinforce knowledge communicated in the classroom, and provide the necessary experiential skills necessary for completion of program. The Associate of Applied Science degree should be completed in two years through a combination of face-to-face, hybrid, and online classes. A. Required courses in freshman studies (required for anyone admitted into the program with fewer than 24 credits): Credits FDS 100 Freshman Development Seminar 1 B. Required courses in humanities: Credits COM 119 Interpersonal Communication & Leadership Skills 3 ENG 120 English Composition 3 ENG 201 Research & Applied Writing 3 C. Required courses in mathematics and science: Credits BIO 141-142 General Biology I-II 4-4 MAT 140 College Algebra with Application 4 or MAT 143 PreCalculus Algebra, 4 or exemption based on placement by the Department of Mathematical Sciences D. Required course in social sciences: Credits SSC 100 Introduction to the Social Sciences 3 E. Required courses Credits ACC 201 Financial Accounting 3 AGR 101 Introduction to Agriculture 3 AGR 201 Agricultural Economics 4 AGR 203 Farm Management & Planning 4 AGR 210 Agricultural Cooperatives 2 AGR 223 Agricultural Policy and Reforms 3 AGR 250 Agriculture Internship 3 Associate of Applied Science Degree 87 Associate of Applied Science Degree F. An additional 7 credit hours are required from the following: Credits AGR 135 Landscape Design and Management 3 AGR 204 Tropical Horticulture 4 AGR 225 Tropical Agroecology 3 AGR 235 Plant Propagation 3 88 Associate of Applied Science Degree CERTIFICATE Aquaculture The Certificate Program in Aquaculture is a 20-credit specialized program that is ideal for students interested in joining a growing aquaculture industry and for those who are ready for a career transition. It explores biological and technical principles across fields involved with aquaculture production, as well as different types of aquaculture ventures ranging from small- scale family businesses or businesses with fewer people to large operations which usually are vertically integrated (hatchery, grow out, processing, marketing). Theoretical and practical knowledge as well as hands-on operational experience is emphasized, using laboratory and field equipment. Students will be prepared to begin their careers as technicians who may work on private farms, government hatcheries, public aquariums, or to start their own venture in algae, fish, shellfish, or aquatic plant farming. Students are expected to become independent and self-motivated professionals that may apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Emphasis on leadership and communication skills will be encouraged, and students may also continue their studies through transfer into an associate or baccalaureate degree programs in aquaculture or another related program. Required courses: Credits AGR 101 Introduction to Agriculture 3 AGR 110 Introduction to Caribbean and Tropical Aquaculture 3 AGR 115 Introduction to Marine and Freshwater Aquaculture Production 3 AGR 203 Farm Management and Planning 4 AGR 221 Aquaculture Techniques 4 AGR 226 Fundamentals of Hatchery Production 3 Forestry and Nursery Management Forestry and Nursery Management is the profession of sustainably managing forest lands to meet society’s demands for wood, clean water, wildlife habitat, recreation, conservation of for- est flora and fauna, and climate amelioration. This certificate is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of forest and nursery management. Students will be exposed to the historical and economic significance of forestry, different forest ecosystems in the Virgin Islands, Caribbean and the wider world, planning, design and management approaches for trees, and the regulatory environments and social frameworks in which forestry is practiced. The certifi- cate will also cover nursery management to include the principles of nursery crop culture, site selection, design and development, the structures and equipment required for efficient nursery operation and the principles of advertising and marketing of nursery products. A total of 18 to 19 credit hours are required for completion of the Certificate in Forestry and Nursery Manage- ment. All courses will be administered and taught through the School of Agriculture. Most of the required courses will consist of a Lab component designed to reinforce knowledge communi- cated in the classroom, and provide the necessary experiential skills necessary for completion of program. This program should be completed in two semesters through a combination of face-to-face, hybrid, and online classes. A. Required courses: Credits AGR 101 Introduction to Agriculture 3 AGR 120 Plant Identification 3 AGR 230 Integrated pest Management 3 AGR 235 Plant Propagation 3 AGR 250 Forest and Nursery Management 3 89 B. One additional course from the following: Credits AGR 140 Introduction to Soil Science 4 AGR 203 Farm Management and Planning 4 AGR 225 Tropical Agroecology 3 General Agriculture The Certificate in General Agriculture is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of agriculture-related positions including ag sales, farm management, supplies and service, and production. Courses cover topics such as Introduction to Agriculture, Livestock Production, and Farm Management and Planning. Students will gain an understanding of livestock production, plants, soils, biotechnology, natural resources, and sustainable agriculture as it relates to the global food industry. They will be able to identify the principles of animal sci- ence and apply these principles to efficient livestock production; analyze, diagnose, and make decisions related to management of a farm business; describe plant structure, growth, and de- velopment and the principles and methods of growing various ornamental, fruit, vegetable, and agronomic crops; apply the basic concepts, principles, and components including anticipation, prevention, observation, and intervention involved in integrated pest management in fields and greenhouses; understand and apply the fundamentals of aquaculture - methods and tech- niques used in the aquaculture of fresh and saltwater fish species. An important component of the course is the participation in experiential learning (Labs) that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a profes- sional setting. A. Required courses: Credits AGR 101 Introduction to Agriculture 3 AGR 130 General Horticulture 3 AGR 203 Farm Management and Planning 4 AGR 232 Livestock Production 3 B. One additional course from the following: Credits AGR 115 Introduction to Marine and Freshwater Aquaculture Production 3 AGR 202 Agronomy 4 AGR 225 Tropical Agroecology 3 AGR 230 Integrated Pest Management 3 Horticulture The Certificate in Horticulture at the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) prepares students with the knowledge and skills for a successful career in the horticulture industry. The coursework, in addition to providing a solid science foundation, is specifically designed to provide students with critical hands-on learning experience, both in the laboratory and the field. Courses such as Soil Science, Integrated Pest Management, Farm Management and Planning, and Plant Propagation are integral components of the program. On completion of this program students have the opportunity or option to transfer to a AAS program in areas such as Horticulture, General Agriculture, and Agri-Business. A total of 17 credit hours are required for completion of the Certificate program. Students are not required to enroll in General Courses because this program is geared mainly for non-traditional students who require certification whilst on the job or students who intend to pursue an AAS in Horticulture or Agriculture. Field exercises and Labs will be major components of the program. Students will be expected to complete 4 required courses and 1 elective course, a total of 14 Associate of Applied Science Degree 90 and 3 credit hours, respectively. All the required courses will be available for class delivery within the School of Agriculture. All courses will consist of a Lab component designed to reinforce knowledge communicated in the classroom and provide the necessary experiential skills nec- essary for completion of program. The Certificate should be completed in two semester or year through a combination of face-to-face, hybrid, and online classes. A. Required courses Credits AGR 101 Introduction to Agriculture 3 AGR 130 General Horticulture 3 AGR 140 Introduction to Soil Science 4 AGR 203 Farm Management and Planning 4 B. One additional course from the following Credits AGR 125 Plant Science 3 AGR 225 Tropical Agroecology 3 AGR 230 Integrated Pest Management 3 Associate of Applied Science Degree 91 COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Criminal Justice Major The A.A.S. in criminal justice is an interdisciplinary program that is designed to prepare students for employment in entry-level and advanced positions in the public and private sectors. This program prepares students for such positions as police officer, marshal, corrections officer, enforcement officers, state or federal patrol, customs agent, as well as manager and supervisor in these fields. It is recommended that students select additional courses from the criminal justice major core courses in order to broaden their preparation or to direct their program toward their interested field of specialization. Students should seek advisement from their criminal justice advisor to plan their career path and select appropriate electives and substitutions where available in the paradigm. Admission to the Criminal Justice Major •• Achieved a cumulative GPA of 2.33 or higher following the completion of 26 credits of which 15 credit hours must have been taken at UVI •• Earned a grade of C+ or better in CJU 110 •• Completed an application •• Completed a pre-admission interview Major Requirements Students pursuing an A.A.S., B.A. or B.S. in criminal justice are required to earn a minimum grade of C in all required courses in criminal justice, except for CJU 250 Criminal Justice Internship in which students must earn a minimum grade of B. Students declaring this major must meet the following requirements before taking any CJU courses: 1. Completion of WAC and RAC or received a passing grade on the placement exam(s) for entrance into ENG 120 2. Completion of MAT 023 and MAT 024 or received a passing grade on the placement exam(s) for entrance into MAT 140, MAT 143 or MAT 153 In addition to the general education requirements, (see p. 80-81), the following courses are required A. Freshman Development Seminar (FDS)* 1 B. Humanities Credits COM 119 Interpersonal Communication and Leadership Skills 3 ENG 120 English Composition 3 ENG 201 Research and Applied Writing 3 C. Mathematics and/or science Credits MAT 140 College Algebra with Applications 4 and MAT 235 Introductory Statistics with Applications 4 Associate of Applied Science Degree 92 D. Social sciences Credits SSC 100* An Introduction to the Social Sciences: A Caribbean Focus 3 Total credits 20-21 *Requirement of the Freshman-Year Program for all students matriculating into the university with fewer than 24 credits. E. Required courses in communication, criminal justice, political science, psychology, sociology and Spanish: Credits COM 120 Public Speaking 3 CJU 110 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 CJU 205 Administration of Justice 3 CJU 207 Criminal Law 3 CJU 240 Constitutional Law 3 CJU 250 Criminal Justice Internship 3 POL 120 Introduction to Political Science 3 PSY 120 Introduction to Psychology 3 SOC 121 Introduction to Sociology 3 SPA 131-132 Functional Elementary Spanish I-II 4-4 F. The student must choose a minimum of 6 credits of electives from the following courses: Accounting: ACC 121-122 Biology: BIO 141-142, BIO 245, BIO 295 Business: BUS 112 Chemistry: CHE 151-152, CHE 251, CHE 252 Communication: COM 110, COM 223, COM 225 Computer Science: CSC 111 or CSC 101, CSC 119, CSC 239 Criminal Justice: CJU 120, CJU 222, CJU 223, CJU 224 Economics: ECO 221, ECO 222 Humanities: HUM 210 Military Science: MSL 101, MSL 102, MSL 201, MSL 202 Political Science: POL 121-122, POL 129 Psychology: PSY 202, PSY 203, PSY 223 Sociology: SOC 124, SOC 223 Associate of Applied Science Degree 93 COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS Process Technology Major The Associate of Applied Science degree program in process technology is a technical program that will allow students to acquire the necessary skills, concepts, and experiences to be employed in a variety of positions in a wide range of process industries. The program blends essential elements of training for industrial process operations with general education courses needed by industrial plant employees such as reading, writing, communication, and mathematics. This program is a collaborative effort between the College of Science and Mathematics and several local industrial partners. It is modeled after similar programs offered at community colleges and universities throughout the United States. The objectives of this program are to (1) prepare graduates to enter industrial employment, (2) maintain up-to-date curriculum and industry standards, (3) assist local industries in providing up-to-date training for their present and future employees, and (4) provide an atmosphere and the facilities to stimulate students toward maximum intellectual growth in technology. FIRST YEAR First Semester Credits COM 119 Interpersonal Communication and Leadership Skills 3 MAT 140 College Algebra with Applications 4 PRT 101 Introduction to Process Technology 3 PRT 110 Basic Electricity Theory 3 PRT 121 Instrumentation I 3 Total 16 Second Semester Credits ENG 120 English Composition 3 MAT 235 Introductory Statistics with Applications 4 PRT 122 Instrumentation II 3 PRT 125 Industrial Process 3 PRT 130 Process Technology I- Equipment 3 Total 16 SECOND YEAR Third Semester Credits SSC 100 An Introduction to the Social Sciences: A Caribbean Focus 3 ENG 201 Research and Applied Writing 3 CHE 141 Introduction to Chemistry 4 CHE 141L Introduction to Chemistry Lab 1 PRT 225 Safety, Health & Environment 3 PRT 231 Process Technology II - Systems 2 Total 16 Associate of Applied Science Degree 94 Associate of Applied Science Degree Fourth Semester Credits CIS 101 Business Software Applications 3 PRT 232 Process Technology III - Operations 3 PRT 240 Process Troubleshooting 3 PRT 275 Internship 3 General elective course with a minimum of two credits 2 Total 14