Geology
The Geology Certificate curriculum is designed to provide students a basic knowledge in geological sciences and skills, which facilitate paraprofessional employment such as geological technician and geological field assistant.
The Associate of Science Transfer Degree in Geology curriculum is designed to prepare students for studying Geology at most universities. This program will enable students to develop a strong foundation in geology, physics, chemistry, and mathematics. Furthermore, the theoretical knowledge and laboratory skills acquired by students in this program will also enhance their success with obtaining entry-level jobs that require two years of college-level science and math.
Degree and Certificates
Review academic requirements in the Catalog and in the Curriculum Guides. All students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to review academic program requirements and/or have questions answered.
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- Associate of Science (A.S.) Transfer Degree
- Geology (PDF) - The Associate of Science Transfer Degree in Geology offered by Ohlone College is designed to prepare students for studying Geology at most universities. The core courses required in the AS Degree in Geology will fulfill the lower division requirements for most campuses of the UC and CSU systems. This program will enable students to develop a strong foundation in geology, physics, chemistry, and mathematics. Furthermore, the theoretical knowledge and laboratory skills acquired by students in this program will also enhance their success with obtaining entry-level jobs that require two years of college-level science and math.
- Certificate of Completion (also known as Fast-Track Certificate)
- Geology (PDF) - The certificate in Geology signifies that the student has received basic knowledge in geological sciences and skills, which facilitate paraprofessional employment such as geological technician and geological field assistant. It also provides a good foundation for continued study in the field of Geology.
Related Information at Ohlone
Courses
Course descriptions are available in the Catalog. Review the Class Schedule for class dates and times. A sampling of courses for this discipline includes:
- GEOL-101 Introduction to Geology
- GEOL-102 Introduction to Oceanography
- GEOL-102L Oceanography Laboratory
- GEOL-103 Paleontology and Dinosaurs
- GEOL-103L Paleontology Laboratory
- GEOL/BIOL/CHEM/ENGI/PHYS-190 Scientific Research Methodology
- GEOG-121 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the courses in this discipline, the student will have acquired the following knowledge and skills:
- Demonstrate scientific literacy by defining and explaining the major steps in the scientific method of investigation, specifically, the difference between empirical data, interpretation, testable hypothesis, theory, paradigm, speculation, and pseudo-science.
- Apply general math skills such as unit conversion, ratios, and percentages to solving simple rate problems; evaluate data, produce and interpret tables and graphs; apply the metric system of measurement.
- Identify and classify the common earth materials, such as most common minerals, rocks, and fossils in the lab and in the field.
- List, explain, and evaluate global and local (county-wide) geological hazards such as earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, and seismic seawaves.
- List and categorize common natural resources and explain their origin, spatial distribution, appropriate exploration methods, and the resulting products, wastes, and contaminants.
Career Opportunities
Employment Outlook
Please refer to the following links for employment outlook and labor market information:
Please visit the Counseling Department for information.
Transfer Information
The following California State University and University of California offer major in Geology and/or related fields. The campuses that offer the major are identified next to each major name. Click a campus abbreviation next to a major to see more information about that major through the ASSIST online student transfer information system.
- Earth and Planetary Science B.A. (UCB)
- Earth Science B.S. ( Environmental Geology Concentration) (UCSC)
- Earth Sciences B.A. (UCLA)
- Environmental Science & Resource Mgmt. B.S. (CSUCI)
- Geological Sciences (Engineering Geology) B.S. (SDSU)
- Geological Sciences (Geochem) B.S. (SDSU)
- Geological Sciences (Geophysics) B.S. (SDSU)
- Geological Sciences (Hydro) B.S. (SDSU)
- Geological Sciences (Marine) B.S. (SDSU)
- Geological Sciences (Paleontology) B.S. (SDSU)
- Geological Sciences - Earth Systems Emphasis B.A. (UCSB)
- Geological Sciences - Paleobiology Emphasis B.A. (UCSB)
- Geological Sciences - Science Education Emphasis B.A. (UCSB)
- Geological Sciences B.A. (UCSB)
- Geological Sciences B.S. (SDSU, UCSB)
- Geological Sciences B.S. - Single Subject Teaching (SDSU)
- Geology - Engineering Geology B.S. (UCLA)
- Geology - Paleobiology B.S. (UCLA)
- Geology A.B./B.S. (UCD)
- Geology B.A. (CSUB, CSUEB, CSUS, CSUSB, HSU, SFSU, SSU)
- Geology B.S. (CPP, CSUB, CSUC, CSUDH, CSUEB, CSUFRES, CSUFULL, CSULA, CSULB, CSUN, CSUS, CSUSB, CSUSTAN, HSU, SFSU, SJSU, SSU, UCLA, UCR)
- Geology B.S. Biogeography Option (UCR)
- Geology B.S. Concentration in Applied Geology (CSUSTAN)
- Geology B.S. Concentration in Environmental Studies (CSUB)
- Geology B.S. General Geology Option (UCR)
- Geology B.S. Geobiology Option (UCR)
- Geology B.S. Geophysics Option (UCR)
- Geology B.S. with Earth Sciences Option (CSUDH)
- Geology B.S. with Environmental Geology Option (CSUN)
- Geology B.S. with Geophysics Option (CSUN)
- Geology B.S. with Physical Science Option (CSUDH)
- Geology B.S. with Secondary Teaching Option (CSUN)
- Geophysics - Applied Geophysics B.S. (UCLA)
- Geophysics and Space Physics B.S. (UCLA)
- Geophysics B.S. (UCSB)
- Physics B.S. with Option in Geology Physics (HSU)
Visit http://www.assist.org/ to explore major information and courses articulated with the above universities.
Please visit the Counseling Department and Transfer Center for information.
Faculty
Full-time
- Paul Belasky
(510) 979-7438
pbelasky@ohlone.edu
Office: Room 8118
