Associate of Science Degree - Geoscience Emphasis
Truckee Meadows Community College Catalog 2017-2018
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
DEGREE - GEOSCIENCE
EMPHASIS
THTR 210
3
Mathematics
Required:
MATH 127
Pre-Calculus II (or higher)
2
3
Science
The geoscience emphasis in physical science is designed to provide a
solid foundation for students interested in geology, natural resources,
physical geography, renewable energy (in particular geothermal energy),
environmental sciences and planning, and teaching of science. After
completing the emphasis program, students will be well prepared to
either enter the work force as a technician or transfer to four-year
professional baccalaureate degree programs. The program will maximize
student transfer opportunities.
[6]
Required:
CHEM 121
General Chemistry I
4
CHEM 122
General Chemistry II
4
Social Science
3
Recommended:
GEOG 106
Introduction to Cultural Geography
Additional College Requirements
Diversity
Emphasis Outcomes
3
[3]
Recommended:
Students completing the emphasis will:
THTR 210
• Relate how the various earth systems, consisting of the geosphere,
hydrosphere, cryosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere, interact with
each other so as to affect surface landforms, climate and weather,
oceanic circulation patterns, and well being of life forms including the
human condition.
Theater: a Cultural Context
Science
[6]
U.S. and Nevada Constitutions
[3]
Degree Requirements
ECON 102
Principles of Microeconomics
or ECON 103
Principles of Macroeconomics
GEOL 101
Geology: Exploring Planet Earth
4
GEOL 102
Earth and Life Through Time
4
• Demonstrate an ability to identify and classify rocks and minerals and
relate their origin to both internal and external forces and processes.
Much like words in a book tell a story, students will “read” rocks to
interpret their history as written by nature.
GEOL 206
Geology of Geothermal Energy Resources
3
GEOL 260
Introduction to Field Methods
2
MATH 181
Calculus I
4
• Recognize that changes in life over time involve feedbacks between
life forms and the physical environment—that changes in our physical
environment, driven by both internal and external forces, govern the
explosions and extinctions of life forms with time and will continue to
do so.
MATH 182
Calculus II
4
PHYS 151
General Physics I
4
or PHYS
180/180L
Physics for Scientists and Engineers I
• Utilize the theory of plate tectonics to explain the distribution of
volcanoes, earthquakes, energy and mineral resources, and formation
of different types of rocks and minerals.
• Apply the scientific method and geologic knowledge gained in a
capstone course to interpret the geologic history of select areas of
the Reno region through field studies, involving rock and structure
identification and plotting their distribution to make basic but
informative geologic maps also useful in assessments of geological
hazards.
Select 6 units from the following:
1. Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (see requirements for
graduation.)
2. Complete a minimum of 15 units within the college.
General Biology for Non-Majors
GEOG 103
& GEOG 104
Physical Geography of Earth's Environment
and Physical Geography Lab
GEOG 121
Climate Change: the Science Basis
GEOG 210
Introduction to Geotechnology
GEOL 100
Earthquakes, Volcanoes and Natural Disasters
NRES 100
Prin of Natural Resources & Environmental
Sciences
PHYS 181
& 181L
Physics for Scientists and Engineers II
and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab II
5
(preferred)
or PHYS 152
General Physics II
Total Units
4. Have no financial or library obligation to the college.
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General Education Requirements
Must include ENG 102 or ENG 114
Recommended:
3-6
1
2
3
3
4
6
4
BIOL 100
3. Satisfy General Education requirements for the AA/AS (http://
catalog.tmcc.edu/degrees-certificates/general-education/aa-as).
Fine Arts
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Elective Requirements
To earn an AA/AS degree, students must:
English
3
2 additional Science units satisfied through GE.
AA/AS degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a fouryear college or university.
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Theater: a Cultural Context
Humanities
60
If you place into ENG 102 or ENG 114 the additional 3 required units
will become elective units.
MATH 181 and MATH 182 are required of Geology majors at UNR
prior to graduation.
Course may also count toward degree requirements. Please consult
with Academic Advisement.
BIOL 100 is required for a UNR Geology Baccalaureate Degree.
Truckee Meadows Community College Catalog 2017-2018
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Associate of Science Degree - Geoscience Emphasis
PHYS 152 is required for UNR Geology baccalaureate degree.
Note: PHYS 152 is not regularly taught at TMCC; however,
PHYS 181/PHYS 181L is normally taught at TMCC.
Course
Title
Units
1st semester
CHEM 121
General Chemistry I
4
ENG 101
Composition I
or ENG 113
or Composition I for International Students
3
GEOL 101
Geology: Exploring Planet Earth
4
MATH 127
Pre-Calculus II
3
Diversity/Fine Arts
6
3
Semester Total
17
2nd semester
ENG 102
Composition II
or ENG 114
or Composition II For International Students
3
CHEM 122
General Chemistry II
4
GEOL 206
Geology of Geothermal Energy Resources
3
MATH 181
Calculus I
Semester Total
4
14
3rd semester
ECON 102
Principles of Microeconomics
or
or Principles of Macroeconomics
ECON 103
3
GEOL 102
Earth and Life Through Time
4
GEOL 260
Introduction to Field Methods
2
Humanities
6
3
PHYS 180
Physics for Scientists and Engineers I
& PHYS 181L
or General Physics II
or
PHYS 152
Semester Total
4
16
4th semester
Elective
6
3
MATH 182
Calculus II
Social Science
6
U.S. and Nevada Constitutions
4
3
6
3
Semester Total
13
Total Units
60
6
See program recommendations or requirements.
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