2023-2024 Course Catalog

Associate of Arts (AA) in Liberal Education

60 Credits

This degree is intended to satisfy the first two years of a baccalaureate degree program. Transferability of courses from Normandale Community College to other higher education systems in Minnesota is enhanced by transfer agreements that are in place. For assistance in program planning, or to explore additional transfer options, students should schedule a time to meet with an academic advisor or counselor.

General Education/Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) – 40 Credits

*See MnTC course listing.

Goal 1: Communication – 2 Courses

ENGC 1101College Writing

4 cr

COMM 1100Introduction to Communication

3 cr

Or

COMM 1101Fundamentals of Public Speaking

3 cr

Or

COMM 1111Interpersonal Communication

3 cr

Or

COMM 1121Small Group Communication

3 cr

Goal 2: Critical Thinking

(Met by completion of all 40 credits of the MnTC)

Goal 3: Natural Sciences – 2 Courses

(Select from two different departments; at least one must include a lab)

Course #1 _______________

Course #2 _______________

Goal 4: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning – 1 Course

Course _______________

Goal 5: History and Social/Behavioral Sciences – 2 Courses

(Select from two different departments)

Course #1 _______________

Course #2 _______________

Goal 6: Humanities and Fine Arts 2 Courses

(Select from two different departments)

Course #1 _______________

Course #2 _______________

Goal 7: Human Diversity – 1 Course

Course _______________

Goal 8: Global Perspective – 1 Course

Course _______________

Goal 9: Ethical and Civic Responsibility – 1 Course

Course _______________

Goal 10: People and The Environment – 1 Course

Course _______________

Additional Course Requirements – 20 Credits

  • One Health (HLTH) course.
  • One Exercise Science (EXSC) course.
  • Elective credits – additional course(s) numbered 1000 and above, if needed to complete the 60-credit requirement.

Other Degree Requirements

  • Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 for college-level coursework (courses numbered 1000 and above) completed at Normandale.
  • Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in the MnTC.
  • Earn a minimum of 15 college-level credits at Normandale.