The aorta is the major blood vessel that feeds blood to the body. A thoracic aortic aneurysm may also be called thoracic aneurysm and aortic dissection (TAAD) because an aneurysm can lead to a tear in the artery wall (dissection) that can cause life-threatening bleeding.
COC offers the Associate degree in two areas: Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate of Science (AS). An AA/AS is typically achieved in two years of full-time attendance, earning a minimum of 60 units credit.
A maximum of 216 units is permitted for all students, regardless of the number of majors or minors completed. Students with advanced placement (AP) or international baccalaureate credit (IB) may exceed the unit maximum by the amount of that credit. Students wishing to exceed their unit maximum must petition to do so.