Geological Science Associate in Science Degree Program
Program Overview
The Associate's degree in Geological Science prepares students for transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a bachelor's degree in Geology. Graduates can pursue careers as engineering geologists, environmental geologists, geochemists, and other related fields. A bachelor's degree is typically required for employment in exploratory geology, minerals management, and engineering. Specific career opportunities include engineering geologist, environmental geologist, geochemist, geology assistant, geophysicist, hydrologist, mining geologist, marine geologist, oceanographer, paleontologist, petroleum geologist, petrologist, seismologist, soils technician, teacher/professor, volcanologist, and waste management geologist.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
An Associate's degree in Geological Science prepares students for transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a bachelor's degree in Geology. Some jobs are available for technicians with associate degrees in Geological Science, but a bachelor's degree is the minimum requirement for employment in exploratory geology, minerals management, and engineering.
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San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley
Overview:
San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley (SMCSV) is a group of three community colleges located in San Mateo County, California: Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College. SMCSV offers both in-person and online study options for international students.
