The Bachelor of Applied Science in Environmental Conservation (BASEC) builds on the existing AAS-T degree in Environmental Conservation at Skagit Valley College or other comparable AAS-T degrees in natural resources. Students are primarily accepted to start during fall quarter. The BASEC degree opportunity is designed to meet the growing employment needs for graduates with advanced skills in environmental sciences and natural resource management. Graduates with a BASEC will acquire the necessary skills for advanced field and laboratory work and be able to move into management and supervisory positions within natural resource management divisions in the public and private sector.