Geology
Associate of Science Degree Physics · San Diego City College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Summary
Geology is the study of the history and structure of the Earth (and other worlds), as well as the physical processes that act upon the world. It is a field that uncovers fundamental relationships and laws in the universe.
Award Note: The Associate Degree requires a minimum of 60 degree applicable semester units.
Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Geology Program will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the scientific method.
- Communicate an understanding of the connections between science and other human activities.
- Examine the universe in a variety of courses.
- Utilize critical thinking skills in a variety of scientific applications.
Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR: | 33-38 | |
| GEOL 100 | Physical Geology | 3 |
| GEOL 101 | Physical Geology Laboratory | 1 |
| BIOL 107 | General Biology-Lecture and Laboratory | 4 |
| CHEM 200 | General Chemistry I - Lecture | 3 |
| CHEM 200L | General Chemistry I - Laboratory | 2 |
| CHEM 201 | General Chemistry II - Lecture | 3 |
| CHEM 201L | General Chemistry II - Laboratory | 2 |
| MATH 150 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry I | 5 |
| PHYS 181A | General Physics Laboratory I | 1 |
| PHYS 181B | General Physics Laboratory II | 1 |
| PHYS 180A | General Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS 180B | General Physics II | 4 |
| orPHYS 195 | Mechanics | 5 |
| PHYS 196 | Electricity and Magnetism | 5 |
| PHYS 197 | Waves, Optics and Modern Physics | 5 |