LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS Courses in this mathematical sciences can be found in the departments of Mathematics, Statistics, Computer & Information Sciences, Philosophy, and Aerospace Engineering, Mechanics & Engineering Science. Physical (P) and Biological (B) Sciences- By introducing students to the basic concepts of science and the scientific method, courses in physical and biological sciences enhance stu- dent awareness of scientific developments and their impact on society and the environment. Courses in this area can be found extensive- ly, although not exclusively, in the departments of Physics, Zoology, Botany, Geology, Psycholo- gy, Chemistry, Astronomy, Environmental Engineering, Geography, Soil Science, and Ento- mology & Nematology. The course offerings section of the Sched- ule of Courses lists specific courses for each category, designated by code: i.e., C = Compo- sition, I = International Studies & Diversity, etc., in the column headed "G.E." STUDENTS WHO ENTERED THE UNIVERSITY PRIOR TO SUMMER B 1992: Please refer to the catalog from your matric- ulation year (catalog year includes the term of initial undergraduate enrollment at UF, a Florida community college, or other state insti- tution) or to the Schedule of Courses (Gen. Ed. for catalogs prior to 1992-93) for the appro- priate General Education Requirement: English 6 hours; Mathematics 6 hours; Social and Behavioral Sciences 9 hours; Humanities 9 hours; Physical and Biological Sciences 9 hours. Specific Area and Credit Requirements For General Education Areas: Credits: Composition (C) 6 First-year students are generally advised to take ENC 1101 (or ENC 1145) and ENC 1102 to complete the composition requirement. (Refer to note 5.) Literature and the Arts (L) 6 Historical and Philosophical Studies (H) 6 International Studies and Diversity (I) 6 An introduction to international studies and diversity through courses focusing on foreign languages, other nations or cultures, or on race, ethnicity, or gender. One may choose from a wide variety of courses in departments at UF or through d signated overseas programs. Students who choose the language option are encouraged to take the entire six credits in that language. 1 r Social and Behavioral Sciences (S) Mathematical Sciences (M) Students must take a minimum of 3 credits in mathematics. Physical (P) and Biological Sciences (B) An introduction to the scientific method and scientific inquiry through the physical and biological sciences. Students must take 6 credits in one area and 3 in the other. TOTAL CREDIT REQUIREMENTS: 6 6 9 45 Please note the following: (1) The General Education Program permits students to take courses at the 1000, 2000, 3000, or 4000 level, and it also allows them to pursue completion of the requirements throughout their undergraduate experience. (2) First-year students are generally advised to take introductory classes to complete area requirements. Those who have the academic background and the interest, however, are encouraged to take more advanced level classes, but they should consult an academic adviser. (3) Requirements M (Mathematical Sci- ences), P (Physical Sciences), and B (Biological Sciences) include the study of pure science (e.g., physics, chemistry, and calculus) and their tech- nological applications (e.g., nuclear energy, environmental science, and computer theory). Students are encouraged to pursue a balanced program of pure and applied sciences, where possible, to complete these two area require- ments. (4) All general education courses are listed at the back of the catalog under departmental course listings. Courses that have been approved for general education have received a letter designation after the course title, which corresponds to the first letter of the category. For example: AMH 2010, United States to 1877 (H), fulfills 3 credits in the historical and philo- sophical studies category. (5) Not all students have to take ENC 1101 to complete the composition requirement, espe- cially those who receive a high score on the ver- bal portion of the SAT examination. We ask that you discuss this with an academic adviser. (6) Advanced Placement (AP) credit can be counted toward completion of the General Edu- cation requirements. Associate of Arts Certificate Although not required, students may receive an AA certificate. The Associate of Arts only will be awarded at a time prior to the awarding of a bachelor's degree. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences awards the Associate of Arts certificate for the university. The Associate of Arts certificate will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of: 64 credits (At least 36 of the credits must have been completed at the University of Florida.) General Education Requirements An overall C average The College Level Academic Skills Test (CLAST) Required courses in Communication and Computation Skills (Gordon Rule) Application forms.for the Associate of Arts certificate are available from and should be returned to the Office of the University Registrar. Choice of Major: Impact on General Education Students are encouraged to follow a pro- gram of General Education appropriate for their particular baccalaureate goal. In other words, students' General Education courses should be chosen with an eye to their choice of major and various limits set by each major. Additionally, each major has established benchmark stan- dards for normal progress toward acceptance into that program. Recommended General Edu- cation courses and standards for admission for each college or school may be found beginning on the catalog page indicated. College Catalog Page Accounting........................................... .. 41 Agriculture ........................44 Architecture.............................. ............... 60 Building Construction .................................. 65 Business Administration ..............................69 Education................................................77 Engineering ............................................84 Fine Arts ............... ....................... .... 102 Forest Resources and Conservation..........117 Health and Human Performance .............121 Health Related Professions .....................127 Journalism and Communications .............131 Liberal Arts and Sciences...........................139 Nursing .................................. ......152 Pharm acy................................. .............155 General Academic Regulations Normal Loads:The normal course load is 12- 15 credit hours. First semester freshmen may wish to consider a load of 12 hours. Loads above 17 hours must be approved by the Direc- tor of University Advising, 358 Little Hall. Adding/Dropping/Withdrawing: Courses may be dropped or added during the drop/add period without penalty. After the drop/add period, a course may be dropped up to the date established in the university calendar. A "W" will appear on the transcript. All drops after the drop/add period are sub- ject to the following restrictions: No more than two (2) drops will be per- mitted to students while classified lower division. Final approval to drop a course must be obtained from the Academic Advisement Center, 358 Little Hall.