Associate of Science
with an emphasis in Geology
Catalog 2009-2010
MHCC Faculty Advisor:
Daina Hardisty: 503/491-7407 Room AC 2590 Daina.Hardisty@mhcc.edu
Geology is the science discipline that seeks to describe, classify and analyze the earth’s physical and chemical characteristics and catalog the history of earth and its life forms. It is deeply concerned with the ties between the nature of our physical environment and the quality of human life.
Curricular Outcomes
At the completion of this curriculum, the student should be able to:
- demonstrate mastery of discipline-specific fundamental geologic concepts
- utilize the method of scientific inquiry with respect to geosciences
- communicate ideas and views regarding the geosciences as these relate to current issues and daily life
- acquire the ability to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate geologic data and information
- apply geologic knowledge and skills to a range of problems and propose scientifically reasonable and acceptable solutions
- demonstrate technical skills in the collection and analysis of geologic data in field and laboratory settings.
The two-year program listed below is designed to meet the requirements for an Associate of Science degree from MHCC and prepare a student for obtaining a Bachelor of Science/Art in Geology at Oregon State University, Portland State University, Southern Oregon University, or University of Oregon. However, students from MHCC seeking a baccalaureate degree may also transfer to other institutions that require different courses within the various areas of General Education. Students interested in transferring to a four-year college or university after MHCC should consult with the institution they will be attending, the faculty adviser and/or the MHCC Academic Advising and Transfer Center.
| First Quarter |
Cr |
| CH221 |
General Chemistry I |
5 |
| MTH251 |
Calculus I: Differental Calculus |
4 |
| WR121 |
English Composition |
3 |
| |
Humanities Requirement 1 |
3-4 |
| 15-16 |
| Second Quarter |
|
| CH222 |
General Chemistry II |
5 |
| MTH252 |
Calculus II: Integral Calculus |
4 |
| WR122 |
English Composition: Critical Thinking |
3 |
| |
Social Science Requirements 1 |
3-4 |
| 15-16 |
| Third Quarter |
|
| CH223 |
General Chemistry III |
5 |
| CIS120 |
Computer Concepts I
|
3 |
| CIS120L |
Computer Concepts I Lab
|
1 |
| MTH253 |
Calculus III |
4 |
| WR123 |
English Composition: Research or
WR227 Technical Report Writing
|
3 |
| 16 |
| Fourth Quarter |
|
| G201 |
Principles of Geology |
4 |
| MTH254 |
Calculus IV: Vector Calculus |
5 |
| PH201 |
General Physics I or
PH211 General Physics with Calculus I |
5 |
| |
Elective1 |
3 |
| 17 |
| Fifth Quarter |
|
| G202 |
Principles of Geology |
4 |
| PH202 |
General Physics II or
PH212 General Physics with Calculus II
|
5 |
| SP111 |
Fundamentals of Public Speaking |
3 |
| |
Social Science Requirements 1 |
3-4 |
|
15-16
|
| Sixth Quarter |
|
| G203 |
Principles of Geology |
4 |
| PH203 |
General Physics III or
PH213 General Physics with Calculus III |
5 |
| |
Health & Physical Education Requirement 1 |
3 |
| |
Humanities requirement1 |
3-4 |
| 15-16 |
1 Refer to Associate of Science degree requirements, pages 11-12 of the printed catalog.
2 Check with faculty advisor before registration.
Transfer Schools' Web Links
Oregon State University - http://terra.geo.orst.edu/index.html
Portland State University -http://www.geol.pdx.edu/
Southern Oregon University - -http://www. sou.edu/envirostudies/geology/
University of Oregon - http://darkwing.uoregon.edu/~dogsci/
Disclaimer
This information is meant to serve as a general guide for students intending to major in Geology. Specific requirements for transfer will vary from school to school. It is the student’s responsibility to contact his/her four-year transfer school to confirm specific admission requirements.
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