Geology
A.S. Degree Geology · College of Alameda · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Associate of Science in Geology Degree (AS) will be awarded upon completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees, Programs & Transfer Requirements section of this Catalog.
An Associate of Science in Geology (AS) from College of Alameda is intended for students who are interested in earning a local 2-year degree in Geology. This AS degree gives students the opportunity to learn the principles and practices in the various fields of Geology and form a solid knowledge base that will serve as preparation for employment and/or future studies. Upon completion of this program, students will be well prepared for employment enhancement and advancement, as well as entry-level employment in Geology and related fields.
Career Opportunities
Energy resources technicians, laboratory research, professor, hydrologist, flood control specialist, volcanologist, environmental clean-up resource specialist, pollution control manager, seismologist, many other opportunities in geological resource exploration and management.
Learning Outcome(s)
- Demonstrate understanding of the scientific method as it relates to Earth Science
- Demonstrate analytical and critical thinking skills required to understand Geological processes in the past and present with respect to future problems and solutions.
- Describe and communicate physical and chemical Earth processes in preparation for transfer and/or employment in Geology or related fields.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Degree Major Requirements: (28 units) | 0 | |
| GEOL 1 | Introduction to Physical Geology | 4 |
| GEOL 3 | Historical Geology | 3 |
| GEOL 3L | Historical Geology Laboratory | 1 |
| CHEM 1A | General Chemistry | 5 |
| CHEM 1B | General Chemistry | 5 |
| MATH 3A | Calculus I | 5 |
| MATH 3B | Calculus II | 5 |
| Recommended: at least one of the following GE courses: | 0 | |
| GEOL 18 | Geology of California | 3 |
| orGEOG 1 | Physical Geography | 3 |
| orANTHR 1 | Introduction to Physical Anthropology | 3 |
| orGEOG 14 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems | 4 |
| orGEOL 2 | Introduction to Mineralogy | 4 |
| orGEOL 22 | California Coast Range Studies | 3 |
| Total units required for major | 0 | |
| Total units required for major | 28 | |
| G.E. Units and Electives Required | 0 | |
| G.E. Units Required | 32 | |
| Total Units Required for Degree | 60 | |