GEOLOGY

The Associate in Science in Geology for Transfer Degree (AS-T in Geology) introduces the concepts and principles upon which geologic knowledge is based including the chemical composition, structure, surface and internal processes, and evolution of the earth and its life forms. The AS-T in Geology provides students with a core curriculum that will prepare them with the knowledge and skills required to succeed in the study of geology. Students will develop skills for critical/analytical thinking, perceptive reading/observation and interpretation.

The Associate Degree for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) is a special degree offered at California Community Colleges. Students who earn an AA-T or AS-T degree are guaranteed admission to a campus within the California State University (CSU) system in a similar major, although not necessarily to a specific campus. Students who complete an AA-T or AS-T are given priority consideration when applying to a particular program that is similar to the student’s community college major and will be given a special GPA advantage when applying to CSU impacted campuses or majors. Students who are planning to pursue an AA-T or AS-T are strongly advised to meet with a counselor for additional information about this transfer program.

The Associate in Science for Transfer degree requires:

(1) Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:

(A) California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).

(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.

(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

(3) Earn a “C” or better grade in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A "P" (Pass) grade is an acceptable grade for courses in the major.

Learning Outcome(s):

1. Utilize the principles of the scientific method as it relates to modern Earth Science
2. Interpret aspects of global and California geology related to basic geologic principles of plate tectonics.
3. Describe the origin, distribution, and measurement of earthquakes and volcanoes.
4. Evaluate and assess mitigation strategies for geologic hazards.
5. Create, evaluate and interpret maps and other graphical representations
6. Describe physical and chemical earth processes.
7. Utilize and evaluate the evidence for Geologic Time and Earth’s evolution.
8. Differentiate between minerals, igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks and understand basics of their distribution on the solid earth.