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College Of San Mateo Online | Distance Education Associate of Science in Geology

College Of San Mateo Online | Distance Education

Associate of Science in Geology

Online USA

Associate Degree

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Sep 2025

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    About : The Associate of Science in Geology focuses on the study of Earth's structure, composition, and processes. This program offers foundational knowledge in geology and related sciences, preparing students for further studies or entry-level positions in the field. Courses include physical geology, mineralogy, and field techniques.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates may pursue careers in fields such as environmental consulting, geological surveying, and natural resource management. Additional opportunities include working as field technicians or furthering education in geology or related sciences.

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Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the basic concepts and principles of physical and historical geology, including the internal and external processes that shape and form the Earth the materials of the Earth, Geologic Time and Dating Methods Ecology, Evolution, Extinction, and the Fossil Record.

Apply the principles of the scientific method and geologic concepts to identify minerals, rocks and fossils interpret rocks and fossils interpret geologic maps, cross-sections and stratigraphic columns to analyze geologic and paleontologic data.

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