Science Transfer Opportunities

SUNY has created Transfer Paths that summarize the common lower division requirements shared by all SUNY Campuses for similar majors within most disciplines. If students want to prepare for as many SUNY campuses as possible, the SUNY Transfer Paths will help to identify core coursework that will prepare them for multiple SUNY campuses. At Herkimer College, a structured SUNY Pathway has been established for Biology and Chemistry. Students in the LAS: Science program should consult with their advisor and follow the transfer pathway guidelines. 

Biology:

This sequence is designed for transfer study in the biological sciences. Completion of a B.S. degree can lead to a career in industry, research, government or teaching in the fields of agriculture, biochemistry, ecology, environmental sciences, forestry, marine science, medicine and others. Biology serves as the major discipline for many specialized areas.

Students enrolled in this program transfer to Cornell University, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry at Syracuse, other SUNY four-year units and private colleges such as Utica College.

Students who desire to transfer to a four-year college to prepare for a career in Biology are advised to take the following courses:

Courses

MA 245Calculus I

4

SC 153General Chemistry I

4

SC 154General Chemistry II

4

SC 155Biological Science I

4

SC 156Biological Science II

4

SC 211Microbiology I

4

OR

SC 225Organic Chemistry I

4

SC 226Organic Chemistry II

4

SC 255Genetics

4

Chemistry:

The Chemistry emphasis is suggested for students interested in transferring to four-year institutions in the field of chemistry or closely allied fields. The baccalaureate degree in chemistry can lead to careers in such areas as chemical research, chemical engineering or chemical education.

Students who desire to transfer to a four-year college to prepare for a career in Chemistry are advised to take the following sequence:

Courses

MA 245Calculus I

4

SC 153General Chemistry I

4

SC 154General Chemistry II

4

SC 225Organic Chemistry I

4

SC 226Organic Chemistry II

4

Other Laboratory Science electives as required.

Chiropractic:

Successful completion of designated coursework at Herkimer College will meet degree requirements for the A.S. degree and will satisfy some prerequisite coursework for the Doctor of Chiropractic degree. All applicants for Doctor of Chiropractic programs must complete a minimum of 90 semester hours and in some colleges a baccalaureate degree is needed to enter the Doctor of Chiropractic degree program.

Courses

MA 132College Algebra and Trig

3

SC 133Physics I

4

SC 134Physics II

4

SC 153General Chemistry I

4

SC 154General Chemistry II

4

SC 155Biological Science I

4

SC 156Biological Science II

4

SC 225Organic Chemistry I

4

SC 226Organic Chemistry II

4

SS 151Intro Psychology

3

Additional electives in Biology and Social Sciences will be determined after consultation with the student’s advisor.

Environmental and Natural Resources Conservation:

Students who desire to transfer to the one-plus-one Environmental and Natural Resources Conservation Program at the Ranger School in Wanakena, NY are advised to take the following courses. Taking these courses does not guarantee acceptance to the Ranger School.

Courses

EN 111College Writing

3

EN 112College Literature

3

SC 155Biological Science I

4

SS 141American Government

3

EN 111, EN 112: with a focus on writing

Additional lab electives in Biology, Chemistry or Physics will be determined after consultation with the student's advisor.

SC 141 Fundamentals of Biology I acceptable by the Ranger School. However, SC 155 is preferred if the student is considering transfer to a four-year school after graduation from the Ranger School.

Environmental Science and Forestry:

This sequence is designed for transfer study in a variety of forestry occupations including:

 

  • Biochemistry, environmental chemistry and natural and synthetic polymer chemistry
  • Ecology, entomology, environmental biology, fish and wildlife biology, forest pathology, plant sciences or zoology

  • Pre-medicine

  • Forest management, land planning or landscape architecture

Students enrolled in this sequence transfer to the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry at Syracuse, SUNY Plattsburgh, SUNY Cortland or other SUNY four-year institutions. Students should see their advisor to customize their courses to match their intended field. Students will typically take the courses below.

 

Additional electives in Biology, Chemistry, and/or Physics will be determined after consultation with the student’s advisor.

Courses

MA 141Pre Calculus Math

3

MA 245Calculus I

4

SC 155Biological Science I

4

SC 156Biological Science II

4

SC 258Environmental Science

4

Forest Technology:

Students who desire to transfer to the Ranger School in Wanakena, N.Y. to prepare for a career in Forest Technology are advised to take the following courses. Taking these courses does not guarantee acceptance to the Ranger School.

Courses

EN 171Intro to Technical Writing

3

MA 130Intermediate Algebra

3

MA 132College Algebra and Trig

3

MA 141Pre Calculus Math

3

SC 155Biological Science I

4

SC 156Biological Science II

4

SC 161Physical Geology

4

SS 141American Government

3

SS 186Intro Microeconomics

3

*SC 141-SC 142 Fundamentals of Biology I & II acceptable by the Ranger School. However, SC 155-SC 156 is preferred if the student is considering transfer to a four-year school after graduation from the Ranger School.

Pharmacy:

This emphasis is designed for transfer into a professional program at a four-year institution. Transfer is not guaranteed. Students must work closely with their advisors.

Courses

EN 225Public Speaking

3

MA 245Calculus I

4

SC 133Physics I

4

SC 134Physics II

4

SC 153General Chemistry I

4

SC 154General Chemistry II

4

SC 155Biological Science I

4

SC 156Biological Science II

4

OR

SC 211Microbiology I

4

SC 225Organic Chemistry I

4

SC 226Organic Chemistry II

4

SS 151Intro Psychology

3

Physical Therapy:

This emphasis is designed to assist students seeking entry into SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse. Transfer to other institutions is possible. The program is highly competitive and transfer admission is limited (GPA 3.5 or above). Students must work closely with their academic advisors. Admission to SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse is not guaranteed.

Students who desire to transfer to a four-year college to prepare for a career in Physical Therapy are advised to take the following courses:

Courses

HE 128First Aid and CPR: Responding to Emergencies

2

MA 141Pre Calculus Math

3

OR

MA 245Calculus I

4

SC 133Physics I

4

SC 134Physics II

4

SC 153General Chemistry I

4

SC 154General Chemistry II

4

SC 155Biological Science I

4

SC 156Biological Science II

4

OR

SS 151Intro Psychology

3

SS 152Developmental Psychology

3

Volunteer or work experience in a physical therapy department is required.

Physics:

Students who desire to transfer to a four-year college to prepare for a career in Physics are advised to take the following electives:

Courses

MA 245Calculus I

4

MA 246Calculus II

4

MA 247Calculus III

4

SC 133Physics I

4

SC 134Physics II

4

SC 153General Chemistry I

4

SC 154General Chemistry II

4

SC 166Astronomy

4

Pre-Nursing:

This emphasis is designed for transfer into a professional nursing program. Transfer is not guaranteed. Students must work closely with their advisors and the transfer institution.

Courses

If Prerequisites are not needed:

EN 111College Writing

3

MA 095Elementary Algebra

3

SC 211Microbiology I

4

SC 253Anatomy and Physiology I

4

SC 254Anatomy and Physiology II

4

SS 151Intro Psychology

3

SS 152Developmental Psychology

3

SS 161Introductory Sociology

3

If Prerequisites are needed, include:

SC 125Fund of Gen, Organic and Biochem

4

SC 141Fund of Biology I

4

Radiologic Technology:

This is designed to provide students who plan to enter or who have completed approved programs in Radiologic Technology an opportunity to earn the Associate in Science Degree. A year of transfer credit will be given to students who have successfully completed their professional training.

Courses

MA 127Mathematical Statistics I

3

MA 132College Algebra and Trig

3

SC 141Fund of Biology I

4

SC 253Anatomy and Physiology I

4

SC 254Anatomy and Physiology II

4

SS 151Intro Psychology

3

SS Elective

HU Elective

SS Elective: American History, Western Civilization, or Other World Civilizations categories

HU Elective: Humanities or The Arts category

Some transfer institutions may also require:

SS 161Introductory Sociology

3

IS 115Computer Applications I

3

MT 115Medical Terminology

3

Science Education:

Students who desire to transfer to a four-year college to prepare for a career in teaching Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, General Science or Physics are advised to take the following electives:

Courses

MA 141Pre Calculus Math

3

AND/OR

MA 245Calculus I

4

SC 133Physics I

4

SC 134Physics II

4

SC 153General Chemistry I

4

SC 154General Chemistry II

4

SC 155Biological Science I

4

SC 156Biological Science II

4

MA 141, MA 245: requirements may vary from institution to institution.

Additional electives in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Astronomy, and/or Climatology will be determined after consultation with the student’s advisor.