Mission and Outcomes

Geosciences

Mission: The mission of the Associate of Science degree is "to provide academic knowledge and skills for successful transfer to meet higher educational goals." Additionally, the mission for this degree is "to provide a strong foundation in earth and physical sciences" and to "prepare students for transfer into many disciplines, including geology, geography, environmental science, and science teaching."

Student Learning Outcomes: The student learning outcomes, pertinent to this degree, are as follows:

• understand the methods of science and the role of science and technology in the modern world.
• know the subject matter appropriate to the emphasis of this degree.
• can succeed at their transfer institutions.

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