Geology and Earth Sciences
Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T)—Track 1
Planning Guide 2015–2016
Geo
Program Information
Program Description
Length of Program: 90 Credits
Completion Award: A.S. Degree
The Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T) degree is designed
to prepare students for entrance into a Bachelor of Arts
(B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) program in Geology or
Earth Sciences. The primary focus of the AS-T degree is
completion of the necessary math and science
requirements for junior standing at Washington state
baccalaureate institutions. Students will be required to
take additional general education courses after transfer.
Since the B.A. degrees do not require as many math and
science prerequisites, students should consider the
following the AA-DTA degree guidelines. Geology is an
excellent major for graduate studies in Geology,
Hydrology, Environmental Science, Oceanography and
Law.
Program Faculty Advisors
Emanuela Agosta
206-546-4659 eagosta@shoreline.edu
Joyce Fagel
206-546-6984 jfagel@shoreline.edu
Rm 5349
Rm 2814
Geology and Earth Sciences—What is it?
Geology is the study of the earth—its substances, history and evolution of life. With rivers, mountains, oceans,
and canyons, rocks, metals, minerals and fossils, the earth is a vast laboratory for geological scientists.
Areas of study in Geology and Earth Sciences: Earth History, Mineralogy, Physics, Economics, Chemistry,
Environmental Science, Oceanography, Landscapes, Geological Structures, Geological Mapping and Volcanology.
Career Opportunities—What can I do with a Bachelor’s Degree in Geology and Earth Sciences?
Geologists develop strong critical thinking, problem solving, communication and technical skills to work in
careers fields that include environmental protection, environmental policy, conservation, hydrology, mining,
natural resources, hazardous materials, consulting, research and development, education, and law.
Potential employers include: Petroleum Industry, Mining Companies, Engineering and Consulting Firms, Public
and Private Schools, Colleges and Universities, and Government Agencies such as the Department of Energy,
Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Mines and the Environmental Protection Agency.
For more, please visit http://www.shoreline.edu/advising/counseling-services/career-counseling.aspx
Transfer Possibilities—Where can I transfer?
The AS-T makes it possible for students to transfer to a number of public and private colleges and universities in
the U.S. with junior standing. Washington state institutions are listed below:
Public Institutions
Private Institutions
Central Washington University
Pacific Lutheran University
Eastern Washington University
University of Puget Sound
The Evergreen State College
Whitman College
University of Washington
Washington State University
Western Washington University
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2015-2016
SCC Planning Guide | Student Information and Planning Sheet
STUDENT INFORMATION
TRANSFER SCHOOLS OF INTEREST
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Complete an A.A. or A.S. degree
Prepare for transfer only—No degree
High school completion program
Transferred from another college
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Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2015–2016
Geology and Earth Science Planning Guide—2015–2016 | Associate in Science Transfer—Track 1 (AS-T)
The AS-T degree transfers as a package to most baccalaureate colleges and universities in Washington state, satisfying most pre-major
requirements and some general education courses for junior standing. The AS-T degree requires 90 quarter credits in college-level courses
numbered 100 or above with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Each individual course must have a minimum grade of 1.0. In addition, this
planning guide identifies specific courses to take within the AS-T degree requirements to prepare students for entrance into baccalaureate majors
in Geology and Earth Sciences.
See the reverse side for a complete listing of courses that fulfill the general education and distribution requirements.
GENERAL EDUCATION CORE REQUIREMENTS | 18-20 Cr.
DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS
Course
ENGL& 101
Humanities | 5 Credits
Courses used in Gen Ed Core may not be used for distribution.
QTR
GR
CR
5
ENGL& 102, 230, or CMST& 101
3-5
Multicultural Understanding
5
5
Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning
MATH& 151
Course
1.
QTR
GR
CR
QTR
GR
CR
GR
CR
Recommend: CMST&220
Social Sciences | 5 Credits
Course
1.
PRE MAJOR PROGRAM 1 | 46-48 Credits to reach
minimum of 90 for the degree
CHEMISTRY
QTR
Courses list on other side.
Recommend: ECON& 201
Course
CHEM 171/181
GR
Fall, Win, Spr
CR
6.5
CHEM 172/182
Win, Spr, Sum
6.5
CHEM 173/183
Spr, Sum, Fall
6.5
MATHEMATICS
MATH& 152
5
MATH& 163 or MATH 211
5
PHYSICS—choose an algebra based or calculus based physics
Algebra based physics
PHYS& 114
Fall
5
PHYS& 115
Win
5
PHYS& 116
Spr
5
Calculus based physics
PHYS& 221
Fall, Win
5.5
PHYS& 223
Win, Spr
5.5
PHYS& 222
Spr, Sum
5.5
MAJOR SCIENCE SEQUENCE | minimum 10 Credits
Select courses based on requirements for university degree
options. Consult with advisor as needed.
Course
QTR GR
CR
GEOL& 101, 107, 110, 115, 208
GEOG 203, 204
BIOL& 211, 212, 213
BIOL 144,
MATH 207, 208, 264
ASTR& 101
OCEA& 101
ENVS& 101
1 The AS-T Track 1 degree requires a year of Chemistry, the third
quarter of calculus or MATH 211, one year of biology or physics and
additional science courses for specific majors. The B.A. degrees do
not require as much math and science. Students pursuing a B.A.
degree should follow the AA-DTA or an AA-Individualized Plan.
Humanities or Social Sciences | 5 Credits
Course
1.
QTR
Recommend: ECON& 202
SELECT WASHINGTON STATE COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY
MAJOR PREPARATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Note: In addition to the Chemistry, Math and Science required for
the AS-T degree and Geology/Earth Science majors, additional
courses are required for the degrees and programs of study options
for the Universities listed below. Consult an advisor at the transfer
institution and/or the University’s website for the most up-to-date
list of requirements.
Central Washington University
B.S. in Geology and Environmental Geological Sciences;
B.A. in Geology
B.A. in Earth Sciences Teaching
CWU requires two years of a world language in high school or one
year in college to graduate with a B.A. degree.
University of Washington
B.S. in Earth and Space Science with options in Biology, Geology,
Physics and Environmental Earth Science;
B.A. in Earth and Space Science
UW Admission requires two years of a world language in high school
or two quarters in college for admissions. Non-native speakers of
English are exempt from the world language requirements.
Washington State University
B.S. in Earth Science
WSU requires two years of a world language in high school or one
year in college to graduate with a Bachelor’s degree.
Western Washington University
B.A. in Earth Science Elementary Education;
B.A. in Earth Science Secondary Education;
B.A. in Earth Science/General Science Secondary Education
B.A. in Geology;
B.S. in Geology with Geology concentration, Environmental Geology
concentration, Geophysics concentration;
B.S. in Geophysics
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2015–2016
Shoreline Community College Planning Guide | Course List
The following is a list of classes that satisfy Shoreline's 2015-2016 AS-T degree requirements. Credits for a specific course may be used only
once and may not be applied toward more than one distribution area. Course numbers with an “&” are common course numbers that are
consistent across all Washington state community colleges. To graduate from SCC, complete the Application for Degree and turn it in to the
cashier (2nd floor FOSS-5000 Bldg.) along with the $20.00 application fee no later than the quarter before you plan to graduate.
I. GENERAL EDUCATION
CORE REQUIREMENTS | 18-20 CR
COMMUNICATIONS -5 CR
English &101
Additional Communications – 3–5 CR
English &102, &230
Communication Studies &101
MULTICULTURAL UNDERSTANDING—
5 CR
Art 105
Communication Studies 203, 285
Gender and Women’s Studies 284
History 245
Multicultural Studies 105
QUANTITATIVE |
SYMBOLIC REASONING – 5 CR
Math &151
II. DISTRIBUTION
AREA REQUIREMENTS
HUMANITIES—5-10 CR
No more than 5 credits in 100 level
foreign language.
General Humanities
American Ethnic Studies 106
American Sign Language &121, &122,
&123, &221, &222, &223
Art &100, 105, 234
Art History 105, 204, 210, 224, 225,
226
Chinese &121, &122, &123
Cinema 201
Communication Studies &101, &102,
203, &210, &220, 285
Drama &101
English &111, &112, &113, 154, 200,
207, &220, &226-&228, 229, 236,
&244, &245, &246, 247, 248, 257, 265,
271, 272, 281, 282, 287, 288, 289
French &121, &122, &123
Humanities 111, 112, 113, 140, 275
Japanese &121, &122, &123, &221,
&222, &223
Music 100, &105, 106, 108, 109, &141,
&142, &143, 150, 200, 206, 224, &241,
&242, &243
Philosophy &101, 102, &115, 210,
230, 240, 248, 267
Spanish &121, &122, &123, &221,
&222, &223
Performance Skills/Applied Theory
5 CR Max.
No more than 5 credits in Performance
Skills/Applied Theory
Art 109, 110, 121-123, 131-133, 144146, 250-256, 260, 265, 271-273
Communication Studies 140, &230,
244, 247, 249
Drama 144–146, 167-169, 207–209,
222, 255
Music 114, 115, 118–120, 135, 136,
140, 144, 146, 147, 150–156, 161–167,
170, 175, 180, 184, 196, 204, 205, 207,
210, 211, 212, 225, 226, 251–253, 264,
268, 270, 280, 284, 296
SOCIAL SCIENCES—5-10 CR
American Ethnic Studies 119, 215, 229
Anthropology &100, &204, &206, &207,
215
Business &101
Child Advocacy Studies 102, 202, 285
Communication Studies &102
Criminal Justice &112
East Asia 218
Economics 100, &201, &202
Gender and Women’s Studies 205, 215,
284, 285, 286, 288
Geography &100, &200, 250, 277
History &116, &117, &118, &136, &137,
&146, &147, &148, 207, &214, &215, 218,
&219, 234, 235, 236, 237, 238, 245, 246,
247, 256, 275
International Studies 101, 200, 201, 205
Multicultural Studies 105, 205, 210, 238,
250
Philosophy &101, 102, 115, 210, 230, 240,
248, 265, 267
Political Science &101, &202, &203, 221,
276
Psychology &100, &200, 206, 207, 208,
209, 210, &220, 225, 236, 245
Sociology &101, 102, 112, &201, 202, 250,
288
ELECTIVES
Students who transfer in equivalent
course work with fewer credits may need
more Elective credits to reach 90 total
credits. A maximum of 5 credits is allowed
for restricted/vocational course work and
a maximum of 3 credits is allowed in
Physical Education.
Notice: Planning guides are intended to guide
students toward completing degree
requirements. They are not intended to
communicate admissions requirements of 4year institutions. Students are strongly urged to
consult with an advisor, college/university
admissions staff, and the catalog of the 4-year
institution to which they plan to transfer. Other
conditions and restrictions may
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