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2017-2018 College Catalog 
    
2017-2018 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Geology AS


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Program Description

Geology is the scientific study of the earth. This endeavor includes Earth’s composition, history, surface processes and internal workings. A degree in geology will provide the graduate the skills to discover, recognize and use the earth’s natural resources to promote the quality of human life. Because the geologist will be aware of the events that continually shape the earth’s surface, the geology graduate will provide to society the knowledge to enable all of us to occupy this planet’s physical environment more safely.

For More Information Contact:
School of Science and Mathematics
Metro Campus:  (918) 595-7334


Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program you will be able to:

  • Communicate geologic information, orally or in written form.
  • Solve geologic problems.
  • Display a strong work ethic within the field of geology.
  • Analyze implications of human activities on geologic resources.

Careers

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Student Organizations

Network with other science majors through participation in the Sci-π Club at the west campus.  For more information speak with your science professor or inquire at the Student Life office on campus.


Degree Requirements

View a semester-by-semester course plan of study and information on transferring this degree to other colleges and universities on the Geology Degree Map .

General Education Requirements Credit Hours: 34


Humanities 6 Hours


Required Electives 3 hours


  • Select three (3) credit hours from courses in Fine Arts (Art, Music, Theatre), Foreign Language, Psychology, or Social Sciences.

Specialized Course Requirements Credit Hours: 26


Total Credit Hours: 60


To receive an A.A. or A.S. Degree, students must demonstrate computer proficiency.

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