Geology - Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 1 (LRST1AS)
Geology
Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 1 (LRST1AS)
This pathway meets requirements for the Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 1 degree with a concentration in Geology. Completion of this degree prepares you to transfer into a Geology major at a four-year college or university, which opens doors to a variety of professional careers ...
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This pathway meets requirements for the Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 1 degree with a concentration in Geology. Completion of this degree prepares you to transfer into a Geology major at a four-year college or university, which opens doors to a variety of professional careers in private and government service including subdisciplines like mining, petroleum, engineering, hydrology, geophysics and environmental geology.
Students in this pathway develop skills in oral and written communication, critical thinking and problem solving, systems analysis, research design and planning, digital technology, collaboration, leadership, and intercultural fluency.
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This pathway meets requirements for the Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 1 degree with a concentration in Geology. Completion of this degree prepares you to transfer into a Geology major at a four-year college or university, which opens doors to a variety of professional careers in private and government service including subdisciplines like mining, petroleum, engineering, hydrology, geophysics and environmental geology.
Students in this pathway develop skills in oral and written communication, critical thinking and problem solving, systems analysis, research design and planning, digital technology, collaboration, leadership, and intercultural fluency.
F-1 international students must enroll full time (12+ units) each quarter and check in with the International Programs office before the start of the quarter if enrolling in less than 12 units and/or before starting any work or volunteer experience.
Step 1: Apply and register
at North Seattle College anytime (the application is always free). Once you become a student, register for classes using the
online class schedule
and go to the
academic calendar
for registration dates and tuition deadlines.
Step 2: See an advisor to
create a personalized educational plan
by the end of your second quarter. Your plan will include prerequisites, graduation requirements,
and transfer preparation if you plan to transfer to another college or university to earn a bachelor's degree.
A sample schedule and quarterly to-do list are below.
The schedule and to-do list will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time. The guide assumes a fall quarter start,
but you can begin in any quarter.
Note about the sample schedule: Courses are offered in
various formats
and may not be offered each quarter. Click the button with arrows throughout the map to expand the section and view detailed information.
Sample Schedule and Quarterly To-Do List
90-93 Units
Click
to see details
Quarter 1
To-Do List
15
UNITS
To-Do List
Schedule an appointment with your assigned advisor in Starfish to meet and discuss your goals.
Fundamentals of composition in the round, in clay and plaster, using basic techniques of carving, casting and building.
Course ID 0718175 Units
ART 222:
Ceramic Art
Develop throwing skills. Understand basic glaze composition and kiln operation. Continue studies in techniques of surface decoration. Prereq: ART 221 or permission.
Course ID 0718275 Units
ART 281:
Jewelry Design I
Learn basic design and construction of non-ferrous metals involved in jewelry making. Bench techniques involve forging, soldering and basic stone setting. Lab fee required. Transfer Class.
Course ID 0718455 Units
MATH&141
Precalculus I
5 units
MATH&141 5 units
MATH& 141:
Precalculus I
The sequence Math& 141 and Math& 142 covers polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; related functional and algebraic topics; topics in analytic geometry; systems of equations; trig and inverse trig functions; right triangle and oblique triangle trig; polar coordinates; vectors; and related trig applications. Fulfills the QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0773335 Units
CHEM&139
General Chemistry Prep
5 units
CHEM&139 5 units
CHEM& 139:
General Chemistry Prep
Lecture. Includes chemical mathematics, basic atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical equation balancing, mole concept and chemical stoichiometry.
Attend the Northwest Geological Society and Association of Engineering and Environmental Geologists (AEEG) professional societies meetings.
ENGL&101
English Composition I
5 units
ENGL&101 5 units
ENGL& 101:
English Composition I
English 101 is a college-level writing course that emphasizes academic writing and major strategies of reading and writing analytically. Writing assignments focus on engaging with and responding to a variety of texts. Instruction encourages students to develop, through revision and reflection, as readers, writers, and critical thinkers. Prereq: Eligibility for ENGL&101.
Course ID 0766505 Units
MATH&142
Precalculus II
5 units
MATH&142 5 units
MATH& 142:
Precalculus II
The sequence Math& 141 and Math& 142 covers polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; related functional and algebraic topics; topics in analytic geometry; systems of equations; trig and inverse trig functions; right triangle and oblique triangle trig; polar coordinates; vectors; and related trig applications. Fulfills the QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0773345 Units
CHEM&161
General Chem W/Lab I
6 units
CHEM&161 6 units
CHEM& 161:
General Chemistry With Lab I
For science majors. A three-quarter sequence introducing basic concepts of chemistry: structure and bonding, chemical reactivity, physical measurement, stoichiometry, structure of matter, gas laws, intermolecular forces, solutions, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acid/base, thermodynamics, redox and electrochemistry. Satisfies the general chemistry requirement for science and engineering majors, pre-Med, pre-Pharmacy, pre-Veterinary, etc. Lab included.
Course ID 0771156 Units
GEOL111
Geology Field Day
1 units
GEOL111 1 units
GEOL 111:
Geology Field Day
GEOL111 is recommended but not required for this degree. Please see financial aid about your funding options.
A one-day field trip and five-hour lecture on active and ancient geology in the Pacific Northwest. Topics include faults, glaciers, fossils, landslides, and the Cascade Mountain Range. Lab credit. Also offered as SCI 111.
Course ID 0771941 Units
Quarter 3
To-Do List
17
UNITS
To-Do List
Update your educational plan with your assigned advisor.
Visit potential universities and determine application deadlines.
Attend the University of Washington Undergraduate Research Symposium.
Explore summer course offerings from your second year classes.
Consult geology instructor on volunteer opportunities or field work in the summer.
GEOL&103 or ENVS&100
Choose a course
5 units
GEOL&103 or ENVS&100 5 units
Choose a course
GEOL& 103:
Historical Geology: Evolution of The Earth
GEOL&103 is offered spring quarter every other year.
Studies the formation and development through time of the solid Earth, atmosphere, and biosphere. Covers past movements and locations of the continents and interpretation of past environments as recorded in rock and fossil records. Lab included. Field trips may be required. Transfer class.
Course ID 0772045 Units
ENVS& 100:
Survey of Environmental Science
Covers natural principles governing operation of the environment, including interaction between humans and the environment, emphasizing approaches and actions to maintain a healthy ecosystem.
Course ID 0771865 Units
MATH&151
Calculus I
5 units
MATH&151 5 units
MATH& 151:
Calculus I
The sequence MATH&151, &152 and &163 covers limits, differential calculus and its applications, integral calculus and its applications, intro to differential equations, series including Taylor series, vector geometry in three dimensions, multivariable calculus, partial differentiation, double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates and applications. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0773375 Units
CHEM&162
General Chem W/Lab II
6 units
CHEM&162 6 units
CHEM& 162:
General Chemistry With Lab II
For science majors. Second of three-quarter sequence introducing basic chemistry concepts: structure, bonding, chemical reactivity, physical measurement, stoichiometry, structure of matter, gas laws, intermolecular forces, solutions, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acid/base, thermodynamics, redox and electrochemistry. Satisfies the general chemistry requirement for science and engineering majors, pre-Med, pre-Pharmacy, pre-Veterinary, etc. Lab included.
Course ID 0771166 Units
GEOL118
Volcano Field Day
1 units
GEOL118 1 units
GEOL 118:
Volcano Field Day
GEOL118 is recommended but not required for this degree. Please see financial aid about your funding options.
Introduction to the origin and destruction of the Cascade volcanoes such as Mount St. Helens, Mount Rainier and Glacier Peak. Includes five hours of lecture and a one-day field trip. Lab credit. Also offered as SCI 118.
Course ID 0771951 Units
Quarter 4
To-Do List
21
UNITS
To-Do List
.Update your educational plan and confirm your program of study with your assigned advisor.
Contact Geology departments and investigate geology subdisciplines at potential universities.
Write your personal statement for university applications.
Attend transfer fair and workshops.
Research major-related scholarships such as: Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) and Association for Women Geoscientists (AWG) scholarship.
MATH&152
Calculus II
5 units
MATH&152 5 units
MATH& 152:
Calculus II
The sequence MATH&151, &152 and &163 covers limits, differential calculus and its applications, integral calculus and its applications, intro to differential equations, series including Taylor series, vector geometry in three dimensions, multivariable calculus, partial differentiation, double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates and applications. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0773385 Units
BIOL&211
Majors Cellular Biology
5 units
BIOL&211 5 units
BIOL& 211:
Majors Cellular Biology
BIOL&211 is the first of a three-quarter introduction to biology sequence in preparation for advanced study in areas such as medicine, dentistry, cell biology, microbiology, or veterinary medicine. BIOL& 211 focuses on cellular biology, BIOL& 212 on the biological diversity in animals and BIOL& 213 on evolution, ecology and biological principles of prokaryotes, fungi, protists and plants. Lab included.
Course ID 0770815 Units
CHEM&163
General Chem W/Lab III
6 units
CHEM&163 6 units
CHEM& 163:
General Chemistry With Lab III
For science majors. Covers chemistry principles, structure of matter, atomic and molecular theory, the elements, quantitative relationships, nuclear chemistry, aqueous solutions, kinetics, chemical thermodynamics, oxidation and reduction, electro-chemistry, periodicity, equilibrium systems, qualitative analysis and organic chemistry. Fulfills the QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0771176 Units
UGR294
Independent Research
1 - 5 units
UGR294 1 - 5 units
UGR 294:
Independent Research
Undergraduate Research is recommended but not required for this degree. Please see financial aid about your funding options.
Work collaboratively with peers and faculty. Design, complete and publicly present an original research project.
Explore possible Geology Internships and/or undergraduate research projects.
Apply for financial aid for the upcoming academic year in Winter or Spring quarter to maximize your funding options.
Apply to universities or colleges and scholarships.
MATH&146 or MATH&163 or MATH211
Choose a course
5 units
MATH&146 or MATH&163 or MATH211 5 units
Consult with your North assigned advisor and transfer institution to determine which course to take. University of Washington prefers MATH211 or MATH&163.
Choose a course
MATH& 146:
Introduction to Statistics
(Formerly MATH 109) Covers descriptive methods, probability and probability distributions, samples, decisions, hypothesis testing and statistical inferences. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0773355 Units
MATH& 163:
Calculus 3
The sequence MATH&151, &152 and &163 covers limits, differential calculus and its applications, integral calculus and its applications, intro to differential equations, series including Taylor series, vector geometry in three dimensions, multivariable calculus, partial differentiation, double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates and applications. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0773405 Units
MATH 211:
Elements of Statistical Methods
The course will examine numerical and categorical data, analyze sampling distributions, perform inference on numerical and categorical data, and explore relationship between quantitative variables. A statistical programming language will be used for statistical computation and graphics. Prereq: MATH 116 or MATH& 141 with a 2.0 or higher, or placement test.
Course ID 0773155 Units
UGR294
Independent Research
1 - 5 units
UGR294 1 - 5 units
UGR 294:
Independent Research
Undergraduate Research is recommended but not required for this degree. Please see financial aid about your funding options.
Work collaboratively with peers and faculty. Design, complete and publicly present an original research project.
Course ID 0774261 - 5 Units
BIOL&212
Majors Animal
5 units
BIOL&212 5 units
BIOL& 212:
Majors Animal
A three-quarter intro to biology sequence in preparation for advanced study in areas such as medicine, dentistry, cell biology, microbiology, or veterinary medicine. BIOL& 211 focuses on cellular biology, BIOL& 212 on the biological diversity in animals and BIOL& 213 on evolution, ecology and biological principles of prokaryotes, fungi, protists and plants. Lab included. Continuation of series. Emphasis on the biological diversity of animals, general principles of animal physiology, growth and development.
Course ID 0770825 Units
PHYS&114
General Phys I W/Lab
5 units
PHYS&114 5 units
PHYS& 114:
General Physics I With Lab
First of three algebra-based courses covering the field of physics. Includes kinematics, vectors, forces, dynamics, work, energy, momentum, torque and gravitation. Lab included.
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or Individuals/Cultures/Societies
UGR294
Independent Research
1 - 5 units
UGR294 1 - 5 units
UGR 294:
Independent Research
Undergraduate Research is recommended but not required for this degree. Please see financial aid about your funding options.
Work collaboratively with peers and faculty. Design, complete and publicly present an original research project.
Course ID 0774261 - 5 Units
BIOL&213
Majors Plant
5 units
BIOL&213 5 units
BIOL& 213:
Majors Plant
A three-quarter introduction to biology sequence in preparation for advanced study in areas such as medicine, dentistry, cell biology, microbiology, or veterinary medicine. BIOL& 211 focuses on cellular biology, BIOL& 212 on the biological diversity in animals and BIOL& 213 on evolution, ecology and biological principles of prokaryotes, fungi, protists and plants. Lab included."
Course ID 0770835 Units
ENVS&100 or GEOL&103
Choose a course
5 units
ENVS&100 or GEOL&103 5 units
Choose a course
ENVS& 100:
Survey of Environmental Science
Covers natural principles governing operation of the environment, including interaction between humans and the environment, emphasizing approaches and actions to maintain a healthy ecosystem.
Course ID 0771865 Units
GEOL& 103:
Historical Geology: Evolution of The Earth
GEOL&103 is offered in spring every other year.
Studies the formation and development through time of the solid Earth, atmosphere, and biosphere. Covers past movements and locations of the continents and interpretation of past environments as recorded in rock and fossil records. Lab included. Field trips may be required. Transfer class.
A Geology pathway can lead to various career opportunities. Examples include:
Geologist
Educator
Natural Science Manager
Surveyor
Environmental Scientist
Natural Science Manager
Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) Technician
Hydrologist / Geohydrologist
Surveying and mapping technician
Science technician
Mining technician
Land Use Planner
Soil Specialist
Most professional positions in this field require a Masters degree, although there are entry-level and technician positions filled by those with Bachelors degrees. Particularly in industry, entry-level positions can sometimes offer valuable experience and mentorship which create opportunities for advancement. Teaching at a 2- year College will require a Masters Degree, teaching at a 4-year college or university will require a Doctorate Degree.
In the petroleum industry, most exploration geologists have Doctorate Degrees. Note that many engineering geologist positions require a degree in civil engineering. For current employment and wage estimates, please visit and search at www.bls.gov/oes.
Once you complete this associates degree, additional education opportunities include, but are not limited to:
Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth and Space Science, Environmental Science, or related field at a four-year college or university.
North Seattle College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including the University of Washington, Washington State University, and Seattle University. Geology graduates from North have also transferred to out-of-state institutions. Program and admissions requirements vary from college-to-college. For example, Students wanting to go into the mining industry should tailor their studies to meet the requirements for a mining college such as: Colorado, South Dakota, Montana, Nevada, and the University of British Columbia. Contact a North advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice. You can use the College Navigator search engine found at http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to find Geology programs in Washington state or around the country.
To apply for financial aid, including grants and scholarships you don’t have to pay back, visit
North's Financial Aid Department for details.
Part-time and full-time students can qualify for financial aid funds.
