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      "markdown": "This degree is intended for students planning to transfer to a four-year university and major in chemistry or other STEM fields, to pursue professional health programs, or to work in chemistry related careers.\n\n**Learning Outcome(s):**\n\n1.  Determine the chemical or physical properties of substances.\n2.  Evaluate and interpret chemical information using quantitative reasoning.\n3.  Solve qualitative problems involving chemical reactions.\n4.  Communicate chemical concepts.\n5.  Utilize appropriate experimental apparatus, technology, and techniques to safely perform laboratory experiments."
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