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مصاريف
تاريخ البدء
وسيلة الدراسة
مدة
24 months
حقائق البرنامج
تفاصيل البرنامج
درجة
الدورات
تخصص رئيسي
Geology | Earth Sciences | Geoscience
التخصص
العلوم
لغة الدورة
إنجليزي
عن البرنامج

نظرة عامة على البرنامج


Piedmont Virginia Community College's Physical and Natural Sciences: Geology Track prepares students for transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree in Geology. The program emphasizes mathematics, biological sciences, and physical sciences, with electives in humanities and social sciences. Graduates develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills, preparing them for careers in geology and related fields.

مخطط البرنامج


Physical and Natural Sciences: Geology Track at Piedmont Virginia Community College


Degree Overview:

  • Program: Associate of Science Degree in Physical and Natural Sciences with a Specialization in Geology.
  • Objective: Transfers to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree in science with a concentration in Geology.
  • Focus: Mathematics, biological sciences, physical sciences, with electives in humanities and social sciences.
  • Transfer: Guaranteed transfer agreements with top colleges and universities.
  • Graduation: Requires one Civic Engagement (CE) course and a supervised study course in a chosen discipline.

Outline:

  • Program emphasizes: Mathematics, biological sciences, physical sciences.
  • Includes: Electives in humanities and social sciences for pre-professional or scientific programs.
  • Students should: Consult with advisor and chosen four-year institution for specific requirements.

Careers:

  • Preparation for: Transfer to complete a bachelor's degree in science with a concentration in Geology.
  • Potential career paths:
  • Geologists
  • Hydrologists
  • Oceanographers
  • Environmental scientists
  • Research scientists
  • And more

Other:

  • Program emphasizes: Building a strong foundation in math, science, and communication skills.
  • Students develop: Critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills.
  • Program prepares students for: Further study in geology at a four-year institution and careers in related fields.
  • Credits: 64
  • Program Dean: Nicole Winkler
  • Faculty Contact: Callan Bentley (link sends email)
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