Associate in Science for Transfer - Geology

The AS-T in Geology provides students with a strong academic foundation in the field and preparation for upper division baccalaureate study. Students who have completed the AS-T in Geology will have satisfied the lower division requirements for transfer into Geology or a similar major for many campuses in the California State University system. Please consult a GCC counselor regarding specific course requirements for your transfer institution.

Requirements to earn an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT): 1. Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: a. The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC). b. A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in the major or area of emphasis with a grade of C or better. A “P” (Pass) grade is also an acceptable grade for courses in the major or area of emphasis. 2. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to develop foundational knowledge to be able to use evidence-based approaches to explore and evaluate global issues such as natural disaster preparation, energy, resources, and climate; and apply reasoning to evaluate hypotheses and theories; analyze, interpret, and present research evidence.

Associate in Science-Transfer Program Map

REQUIRED COURSES FOR MAJOR		UNITS
GEOL 101	Physical Geology	3
GEOL 111	Physical Geology Laboratory	1
GEOL 105	Earth and Life Through Time	3
GEOL 115	Earth Life Through Time Lab	1
CHEM 101	General Chemistry A	5
CHEM 102	General Chemistry B	5
MATH 103E	Calculus and Analytic Geometry I	5
MATH 104E	Calculus and Analytic Geometry II	5
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED		28

Units for the major may be double counted for Cal-GETC. Elective units to reach the 60-unit degree requirement must be CSU transferable.

NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

Fall 2025	GCC Catalog 2025-2026
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.