Geology
- AS - Transfer Program
- Department of Chemistry and Geosciences
Let MCC Geology rock you into your future!
Geology is a rewarding profession with high earning potential and job growth projected to increase substantially over the next decade. Geologists work with specialized agencies to protect the public from natural disasters like earthquakes, volcanoes, and floods. The need for energy has spurred demand for oil and gas exploration and development of alternative energies such as geothermal and wind power. Geologists are also needed to apply scientific reasoning and technical skills to environmental problems like water, soil and air pollution. Additionally geologists discover mineral resources on Earth and investigate landscapes on other planets for future exploration!
- Geoscientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Mining and Exploration Geologist
- Hydrologist
- Urban and Regional Planner
- High school or Post-Secondary Teacher
- Conservation Scientist
- Seismologist
- Researcher
Study a subject 4.5 billion years in the making; Transfer in just two
MCC offers one of the few Geology A.S. degrees in the nation. It will prepare you for successful transfer to a wide range of four-year programs at colleges like SUNY Geneseo and New Mexico Tech. By completing a sequence of traditional geology courses and related requirements, you will leave MCC with hands-on field experience, a broad knowledge of multiple scientific disciplines and strong quantitative background.
Choose from statewide SUNY programs at:
- Geneseo
- Potsdam
- Binghamton
- Buffalo
- Brockport
- Empire State College
- College of Environmental Science and Forestry
Or national programs at:
- Washington State University
- University of South Florida
- Northern Arizona University
Get in touch with Monroe Community College’s admissions office to learn more about the opportunities you can create with an associate degree in Geology. Contact us at (585) 292-2200 or admissions@monroecc.edu.
GEOLOGY
A.S. Degree - Transfer Program
Department:Chemistry and Geosciences
School(s): Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
MCC Program Code: GS01
Description
Students who earn degrees in geology are highly marketable and are employed in an extensive number of career fields with competitive wages. Environmental consulting and remediation, engineering and construction, alternative energy development, oil and gas exploration, mineral resources mining and extraction, natural disaster prediction and mitigation, education, hydrology, and natural resources management and conservation are examples of career paths.
MCC's Geology A.S. degree program follows the State University of New York's seamless transfer path and general education framework that outlines the essential knowledge for students during their first two years of study. The curriculum is designed so that graduates will be well-positioned to finish a bachelor's degree in geology, or closely related field, with an additional two years of study. This degree program provides an extensive understanding of geology and geologic concepts while also providing hands-on, field opportunities.
Program Learning Outcomes
1.Identify Earth-forming rocks and minerals.
2.Analyze data from topographic and geologic maps.
3.Apply geologic techniques in the collection of data.
4.Use appropriate technology to solve geologic problems.
5.Interpret geologic data from collected samples, direct observation, published resources, or digital media.
6.Use observations in a field setting to answer geologic questions.
7.Discuss relationship between geology, the environment, and society in the Earth’s System.
Employment Potential
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Occupational Resource: https://www.onetonline.org
Requirements for Program Entrance
Intermediate Algebra (MTH 104 at MCC) OR MCC Level 8 Mathematics placement
High School Earth Science, Precalculus, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Physics, Biology are recommended.
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Distribution Requirements | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| FIRST SEMESTER |  |
| ENG 101 College Composition OR ENG 200 Advanced Composition | 3 |
| MTH 175 - Precalculus (grade of C or higher required) OR MTH 210 - Calculus I (grade of C or higher required) | 4 |
| CHE 151 General College Chemistry I (grade of C- or higher required) | 4 |
| GEO 101 Physical Geology | 4 |
First Semester Total: | 15 |
| SECOND SEMESTER | |
| MTH 210 Calculus I OR MTH 211 Calculus II | 4 |
| CHE 152 General College Chemistry II | 4 |
| GEO 102 Historical Geology | 4 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION DIVERSITY: EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND SOCIAL JUSTICE (SUNY-DVRS) ELECTIVE | 3 |
Second Semester Total: | 15 |
| THIRD SEMESTER: | |
| GEO 200 - Geology of the National Parks OR GEO 210 - Environmental Geology OR GEO 295 - Field Studies in Geology OR GEG 204 - Introduction to Climatology AND GEG 203 - Climatology Lab | 4 |
| MTH 211 - Calculus II OR MTH 160 - Statistics I | 3-4 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION WORLD HISTORY and GLOBAL AWARENESS (SUNY-WHGA) ELECTIVE | 3 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION THE ARTS (SUNY-ARTS) OR SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION HUMANITIES (SUNY-HUMN) OR SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION SOCIAL SCIENCES (SUNY-SOCS) ELECTIVE | 3 |
| OPEN ELECTIVE* | 2-4 |
| Third Semester Total: | 15-18 |
| FOURTH SEMESTER: | |
| GEO 200 - Geology of the National Parks OR GEO 210 - Environmental Geology OR GEO 295 - Field Studies in Geology OR GEG 204 - Introduction to Climatology AND GEG 203 - Climatology Lab | 4 |
| GEG 130 - Digital Earth | 3 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION U. S. HISTORY and CIVIC ENGAGEMENT (SUNYUSCV) OR SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION WORLD LANGUAGES (SUNY-WLNG) ELECTIVE | 3 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION CRITICAL THINKING and REASONING (SUNY-CTRN) (if still needed) OR OPEN ELECTIVE | 3-4 |
| OPEN ELECTIVE | 3-4 |
Fourth Semester Total: | 16-18 |
TOTAL CREDITS: | 61-66 |
* Students are recommended, but not required, to take a course in Health and Wellness, such as HED 108 (Health, Family, and Society) or HED 207 (Emotional Wellness) or PEC 253 (Stress Management).
revised:06/07/2023