Earth Science, AS

Program Requirements

Program Information

General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

Courses fulfilling Major Requirements (see above) require a grade of C or higher. Many courses in MnTC Goal 3 and 4 will also fulfill credits in the Major requirement area. This is acceptable as long as students complete a total of 60 credits overall.

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

See the Century College website for information regarding transfer.  This degree program is designed for both employment preparation and transfer. Some of the courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges.  If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of this program students will be able to:

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Apply scientific method of thinking to analyze and critically evaluate relevant literature and information, and in the use of evidence for support.
2. Recognize and accurately articulate how their environment (including the Earth, the atmosphere, ocean, and biosphere) affects humans’ lives and how human activities affect their environment.
3. Communicate effectively in a variety of ways, such as scientific writing, visualization of data and ideas, or through oral communication.
4. Solve quantitative problems, analyze results from data and measurements, form hypotheses from data, test hypotheses.

Program Contact Information

Joe Osborn 651.779.3434 Room 2838 East

Jill Bries Korpik 651.779.3434 Room 2838 East

Sample Plan

Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.

Note

This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu

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