Applied Science, BAS APPLIED SCIENCE, BAS Banner Code: UN-BAS-APLS Administration Janette Kenner Muir, Academic Director and Associate Provost for Academic Initiatives and Services Marcy R. L. Glover, Curriculum Coordinator Krystal Dains, Coordinator, Volgenau School of Engineering concentrations Jane Walker, Coordinator, School of Conflict Analysis and Resolution concentration Hermione Pickett, Adult Learning Advisor The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) is an undergraduate liberal arts degree program for adult learners. It is designed primarily to deepen student knowledge in an academic area and foster critical thinking, analytic reasoning, and an ability to synthesize information. The BAS articulates well with specialized Applied Associate Science (AAS) degree programs, providing a streamlined path to completion of traditional academic requirements leading to the baccalaureate degree. It meets students' professional and personal goals while developing a depth of knowledge and proficiency of skill that translates well to the workplace. However, it is not organized in the same way as a traditional baccalaureate degree. Students planning graduate study should consult with an academic advisor prior to undertaking this degree program. Admissions & Policies Admissions As a prerequisite to enrollment in the BAS, students must be at least 7 years out of high school and have received an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree from an accredited two-year institution in an approved area of specialization. The AAS degree will normally fulfill some, but not all, Mason Core requirements. Students who do not meet the 7 year rule may be eligible for an Admissions waiver if additional criteria a are met. Details are available at the program's website. (http:// bas.gmu.edu) Policies For policies governing all undergraduate degrees, see AP.5 Undergraduate Policies. Program Requirements BAS students must fulfill all requirements for bachelor's degrees including Mason Core requirements, to include 45 credits of upperlevel coursework. All Mason Core requirements must be met with either George Mason courses or transferrable equivalents. The minimum credit requirement for a bachelor's degree is 20 credits; however, while there is some variation between concentration areas, fulfilling all Mason Core requirements and an academic concentration or specialization is likely to require most BAS students to complete at least 6-66 credits at George Mason, which may lead to over 20 credits of coursework in order to receive the degree. Admitted BAS students will be academically advised by the appropriate BAS Program concentration Advisor to plan their course of study including completion of the Mason Core, the BAS concentration or specialization, and any remaining requirements. See t (http:// bas.gmu.edu)he website (http://bas.gmu.edu) for more information. The degree plan outlined is based on a student who transfers in a minimum of 0 credits from a completed AAS degree. Some of these credits may count only towards the elective requirement within the BAS degree. Requirements Degree Requirements Total credits: 20-26 Concentrations are intended to provide focus for the BAS curriculum in an area relevant to the student's AAS degree while allowing for the breadth of study associated with a liberal arts baccalaureate degree. Please note that determination of current transfer work for these concentrations may impact course requirements. In addition to satisfying all Mason Core requirements, students must satisfy the requirements for one of the seven concentrations. Students who do not wish to pursue a concentration may seek permission to plan a course of study in a specialization outside the concentration areas in collaboration with the program advisor. Concentration in Applied Conflict Analysis and Resolution (ACAR) This concentration is in collaboration with the School for Conflict Analysis and Resolution. Core Requirement BAS 00 Building Professional Competencies CONF 0 Conflict and Our World CONF 0 Research and Inquiry in Conflict Resolution CONF 02 Culture, Identity, and Conflict Select one of the following CONF 20 CONF 0 CONF 40 Applied Coursework CONF 00 Interpersonal Conflict Analysis and Resolution Community, Group, and Organizational Conflict Analysis and Resolution Global Conflict Analysis and Resolution Conflict Resolution Techniques and Practice Choose three credits of Skills Coursework from: CONF 25 CONF 70 CONF 85 CONF 98 CONF 425 Dialogue and Difference Internship Field Experience International Field Experience Special Topics in Advanced Techniques and Practices Mediating Conflict
2 Applied Science, BAS or foreign language completed at the 250 level. CONF 490 RS: Integration In consultation with their advisor, students are required to take 8 credits of concentration coursework; at least 9 credits must be from the CONF department. The concentration list can be found in the catalog or on our website. Total Credits 42 (variable) Concentration in Conservation Studies (CNST) This concentration is in collaboration with New Century College and the Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation. This degree is ideal for students who have earned an AAS in Veterinary Technology. One semester of study at the Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation is required for completion of degree requirements. BAS 00 Building Professional Competencies BAS 490 Introduction to Research Methods BAS 49 Applied Sciences Capstone Select one of the Smithsonian Semesters listed below: 6 Smithsonian Semester: Conservation, Biodiversity and Society: CONS 20 CONS 40 CONS 402 CONS 40 CONS 490 Conservation in Practice Conservation Theory Applied Conservation Human Dimensions in Conservation RS: Integrated Conservation Strategies Smithsonian Semester: Wildlife Ecology and Conservation: CONS 400 CONS 404 CONS 405 CONS 496 Conservation Seminar Biodiversity Monitoring Landscape and Macrosystems Ecology Research in Conservation Smithsonian Semester: Endangered Species and Conservation CONS 400 CONS 406 CONS 49 CONS 496 Conservation Seminar Small Population Management RS: Conservation Management Planning Research in Conservation Select a minimum of required elective credit hours from the following: INTS 8 INTS INTS 4 INTS 6 Exploring Virginia's Watersheds The Nonprofit Sector Environmental Justice Poverty, Wealth and Inequality in the US 8 INTS 8 INTS 95 INTS 402 INTS 45 Animal Rights and Humane Education Field-Based Work Plants and People - Sustenance, Ceremony, and Sustainability Leadership in a Changing Environment Total Credits 40 Please note: All BAS students are required to complete a minimum of 20 credit hours of coursework. Students will work with their advisor to determine how to fulfill their outstanding credit hours to ensure they have met all major and university requirements. The number of elective credits that a BAS student may have available will vary by concentration and the amount of applicable transfer coursework the student has been awarded. Concentration in Cyber Security (CYBS) This concentration is in collaboration with the Volgenau School of Engineering and is only available to students who graduate with an AAS degree in Cyber Security from the Virginia Community College System. BAS 00 Building Professional Competencies BAS 490 Introduction to Research Methods BAS 49 Applied Sciences Capstone IT 04 Introduction to Computing IT 05 IT Architecture Fundamentals IT 22 Information Security Fundamentals IT 04 IT in the IT 4 IT Project Management IT 57 Computer Crime, Forensics, and Auditing IT 429 Security Accreditation of Information Systems IT 462 Information Security Principles IT Cyber Security Specific courses must be taken at the community college to fulfill this requirement ( credits met via transfer). Students should consult with their advisor. IT Elective Transfer Courses Specific courses must be taken at the community college to fulfill this requirement ( credits met via transfer). Students should consult with an advisor. Select credit hours of required elective IT, MBUS or MIS coursework from the following, in consultation with the advisor. MBUS 0 MBUS 02 MBUS 0 MBUS 04 MBUS 05 MBUS 06 Managing People and Organizations in a Managing Information in a Global Economy Marketing in a Entrepreneurship: Starting and Managing a New Enterprise Introduction to International Business Managing Projects and Operations
Applied Science, BAS MBUS 08 MIS 0 Corporate Finance and Investments in a Introduction to Business Information Systems Total Credits 78 All BAS students are required to complete a minimum of 20 credit hours of coursework. Students will work with their advisor to determine how to fulfill their outstanding credit hours to ensure they have met all major and university requirements. The number of elective credits that a BAS student may have available will vary by concentration and the amount of applicable transfer coursework the student has been awarded. Concentration in Defense Information Systems Technology (DIST) This concentration is in collaboration with the Volgenau School of Engineering and is only available to students who graduate with an AAS degree in Applied Science. All courses in this concentration have sections offered via distance learning. BAS 00 Building Professional Competencies BAS 490 Introduction to Research Methods BAS 49 Applied Sciences Capstone MATH 08 Introductory Calculus with Business Applications IT 04 Introduction to Computing IT 05 IT Architecture Fundamentals IT 02 Discrete Structures IT 06 IT 206 Introduction to IT Problem Solving Using Computer Programming Object Oriented Techniques for IT Problem Solving IT 22 Information Security Fundamentals IT 00 Modern Telecommunications IT 4 Data Communications and Network Principles Select one from the following options: Networking and Telecommunications: IT 66 IT 44 IT 445 IT 455 IT 499 Network Security I Information Systems Security: IT 66 IT 44 IT 462 IT 466 IT 499 Network Servers and Infrastructures Advanced Networking Principles Wireless Communications and Networking Special Topics in Information Technology Network Security I Network Servers and Infrastructures Information Security Principles Network Security II Special Topics in Information Technology Select 2- hours of required 00/400 level elective coursework, in consultation with the advisor as need to complete the required 45 hours 2- Total Credits 6-66 hours of coursework. Students will work with their advisor to determine how to fulfill their outstanding credit hours to ensure they have met all major and university requirements. The number of elective credits that a BAS student may have available will vary by concentration and the amount of applicable transfer coursework the student has been awarded. Concentration in Health, Wellness and Social Services (HWSS) This concentration is in collaboration with the College of Health and Human Services. To enroll in this concentration, students must have an AAS in one of the following areas: Health Information Management Hospitality Management, Nutrition Management specialization Nursing Physical Therapist Assistant Respiratory Therapy BAS 00 Building Professional Competencies SOCW 200 Introduction to Social Work GCH 205 Global Health NURS 44 Vulnerable Populations BAS 490 Introduction to Research Methods BAS 49 Applied Sciences Capstone Total Credits 8 Additional To complete the Health, Wellness and Social Services concentration, students must complete one of the two following areas: Health Care Administration Physical and Mental Health Care Delivery Health Care Administration HAP 0 Health Care Delivery in the United States HAP 60 HAP 442 Introduction to Health Information Systems Introduction to Health Care Politics and Policy SOCW 80 Changing Social Policies and Systems Total Credits 2 Physical and Mental Health Care Delivery HAP 0 Health Care Delivery in the United States NUTR 295 Introduction to Nutrition Select one from the following: GCH 60 HHS 42 Health and Environment Healthy Aging
4 Applied Science, BAS SOCW 75 SOCW 45 SOCW 48 Human Behavior and the Family Life Course Introduction to Gerontology Selected Approaches to Social Work Intervention Total Credits 9 (variable) Concentration in Human Development and Family Science (HDFS) This concentration is in collaboration with College of Humanities and Social Sciences, New Century College and College of Education and Human Development. Core Requirement BAS 00 Building Professional Competencies HDFS 200 Individual and Family Development Adult Development and Aging: PSYC 4 Psychological Factors in Aging Family Processes: Select one from the following: -4 ECED 404 INTS 7 PSYC 466 SOCI 09 Diversity: Engaging Families of Diverse Young Learners Issues in Family Relationships Psychology of Intimate Relationships Marriage, Families, and Intimate Life Select one from the following: -6 ANTH ATEP 205 EDUC 20 HEAL 50 INTS 20 INTS 6 PSYC 79 SOCI 55 Applied Research Methods: Socialization Processes: Family, Childhood, Personality in Cross-Cultural Perspective Cultural Competence Disability in American Culture (Mason Core) Interventions for Populations and Communities at Risk Construction of Differences: Race, Class, and Gender Poverty, Wealth and Inequality in the US Applied Cross-Cultural Psychology Social Inequality Select one from the following: PRLS 450 PSYC 0 SOCI 0 Human Service Delivery: Research Methods Research Methods in Psychology Methods and Logic of Inquiry HDFS 00 Internship: HDFS 498 HDFS 499 Individual and Family Services Delivery (fulfills synthesis and writing intensive requirement) Internship and Analysis in Human Development and Family Science Advanced Internship Analysis in Human Development and Family Science Total Credits 27- (variable) Concentration in Legal Studies (LGLS) This concentration is in collaboration with New Century College and College of Humanities and Social Sciences. BAS 00 Building Professional Competencies BAS 490 Introduction to Research Methods BAS 49 Applied Sciences Capstone Required Courses: BULE 0 Legal Environment of Business GOVT 0 Public Law and the Judicial Process GOVT 422 Constitutional Interpretation or GOVT 42 Constitutional Law: Civil Rights and Liberties PHIL Philosophy of Law Select credits from the following: COMM 475 GOVT 07 GOVT 420 GOVT 446 GOVT 452 INTS 04 INTS 05 INTS 62 SOCI 0 SOCI 02 SOCI 47 Journalism Law Legislative Behavior American Political Thought International Law and Organization Administrative Law and Procedures Social Movements and Community Activism Conflict Resolution and Transformation Social Justice and Human Rights Criminology Sociology of Delinquency Prevention and Deterrence of Crime Total Credits 6 (variable)
Applied Science, BAS 5 Concentration in Technology and Innovation (TCNV) This concentration is in collaboration with School of Business and Volgenau School of Engineering. BAS 00 Building Professional Competencies BAS 490 Introduction to Research Methods BAS 49 Applied Sciences Capstone IT 05 IT Architecture Fundamentals IT 2 Multimedia and Web Design 2 IT 24 Database Fundamentals 2 IT 22 Information Security Fundamentals IT 04 IT in the IT 4 IT Project Management MBUS 00 Accounting in a MBUS 0 MBUS 02 Managing People and Organizations in a Managing Information in a Global Economy MBUS 0 Marketing in a MBUS 05 Introduction to International Business Total Credits 42 2 All courses for this concentration are available in an online format with most offered as asynchronous delivery. The Information Sciences and Technology department offers -credit, self-paced, online review courses; ending with an in-class final exam. Students who register for a -credit course and successfully pass will receive credit (not a waiver) for the corresponding -credit course. Students who are not successful must take the respective course at Mason to meet their degree requirements. Review courses are available as follows: for IT 2 Multimedia and Web Design: IT 9 Review of Multimedia and Web Design for IT 24 Database Fundamentals: IT 94 Review of Database Fundamentals (variable)