My Academic Plans (MAPs) are designed by faculty to better guide you in retention and completion. It is highly encouraged that you complete courses in the recommended order provided below in the notes section. You should work with an academic advisor to adjust your plan based on your scheduling needs.
My Academic Plan
Program Mission & Description
The degree track Geology with Secondary Teaching Licensure has different requirements and is not included in this agreement. Please refer to this agreement’s cover page for the name of the Bachelor’s degree at the four-year institution to which this agreement applies.
Transfer Degree:
With this degree you can enter as a junior majoring in Geology at the following four-year schools:
• Adams State University
• Colorado Mesa University
• Colorado State University
• Fort Lewis College
• University of Colorado-Boulder
• University of Northern Colorado
• Western State Colorado University
Be sure to talk with an advisor when selecting your courses to ensure you will complete your degree on time with the classes you need.
AS Geology Degree
AS Geology Degree Required Courses
Learn more about gainful employment
Career Opportunities
A degree in Geology opens the door to careers such as: Agronomy, Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Forestry, Urban Planning, Site Location for Oil and Gas Companies, Oceanography, GIS, and Teaching.
Paid Internship Opportunity:
Geo-Launchpad is a paid summer research internship open to all community college students. It is dedicated to increasing the diversity of students in the geosciences, and develops research-ready skills for a career path in science, engineering, or technology. This eight week program takes place at UNAVCO located in Boulder, CO from early June to late July. If needed, housing and a bus pass are provided to those who are accepted. Learn more.
First Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| ENG 121 | English Composition I | 3 |
| CHE 111 | General College Chemistry I with Lab | 5 |
| MAT 201 | Calculus I | 5 |
| ELC- LST1 | Approved Elective List: __________ | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Second Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| GT- AH | Arts & Humanities (GT-AH): ___________ | 3 |
| ENG 122 | English Composition II | 3 |
| CHE 112 | General College Chemistry II with Lab | 5 |
| MAT 202 | Calculus II | 5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Third Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| GEY 111 | Physical Geology with Lab | 4 |
| PHY 211 | Physics: Calculus-Based I with Lab | 5 |
| GT- HI1 | History (GT-HI1): __________ | 3 |
| GT- SS | Social & Behavioral Sciences (GT-SS): ___________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Fourth Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. Semester Four elective credits may vary depending on prior semester completion. You should not exceed 62 credits. You may want to check with your advisor to monitor your completion progress.
| GEY 112 | Historical Geology with Lab | 4 |
| PHY 212 | Physics: Calculus-Based II with Lab | 5 |
| GT- SS | Social & Behavioral Sciences (GT-SS): ___________ | 3 |
| GT- AH | Arts & Humanities (GT-AH): ___________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |