University Parallel, A.S. - Geosciences (TTP)

Degree: Associate of Science
Major: University Parallel
Area of Emphasis: Geosciences
Department: Science
CIP Code: (16) 24.0101.01

For more information, visit the Mathematics and Science webpage or contact the Math and Science division at 615.230.3261 or mathscience@volstate.edu.

This pathway is for students planning to continue their education at the university leading to the bachelor’s degree in geology.Ìý Geologists study physical aspects of the Earth, including its composition, structure, and the processes that modify Earth through time.Ìý Some of the many career options available within the field of geology include:Ìý discovery of economic resources such as hydrocarbons, minerals, or building materials; remediation of soil and water contaminated by pollutants; application of geologic principles to engineering and construction projects; and fossil discovery and research to comprehend the evolution of plant and animal life through geologic time.

Transfer Options
are advising tools designed to help community college students plan for transferring to a Tennessee public university or select regionally accredited, non-profit Tennessee private colleges and universities to complete their baccalaureate degree. The TTPs also constitute an agreement between community colleges and four-year colleges/universities confirming that community college courses meet major preparation requirements. For transfer to other four-year institutions, contact an advisor at the senior institution.ÌýÌýVisit theÌýÌýfor more information and TTP curriculum guides.

Note:ÌýThere are to be no course substitutions where a specific course is required in the TTP curriculum guide. ÌýCourses not listed in the area of study, but which satisfy the TTP curriculum guide requirement, may be used to meet the graduation requirement.Ìý Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ who believe they have satisfied a requirement not appearing on their degree audit should speak with their advisor.

General Education Core Requirements - Credits (41)


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  • ÌýÌý(Must include at least one Literature Course) Credits: (9)
  • ÌýÌýCredits: (6)Ìý1
  • Credits: (3)
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  • Credits: (4) 2,3
  • Credits: (4) ​2,3
  • Credits: (3)
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  • ÌýÌýCredits: (3)

Area of Emphasis Requirements - Credits (19)


  • Credits: (4)
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  • Credits: (4)
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  • Math/Science Electives - (ChooseÌýfrom list below) Credits: (8)Ìý2, 3, 4, 5
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  • University Parallel Electives (Non-Asterisk Course) Credits: (3)Ìý2, 3, 4, 5

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60)


Footnotes:


1ÌýÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ transferring to UT Knoxville must also complete a sequence of non-US History

2ÌýNatural Sciences sequence required for students transferring to ETSU.

3ÌýRefer to transfer institution’s program and concentrationÌýfor required mathematics and/or science courses

4ÌýRefer to transfer institution’s program and concentration for required or recommended unspecified electives

5 Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ transferring to UTK must complete MATH 1910/1920 Calculus I and Calculus II.Ìý This sequence maybe completed at the community college or the university.ÌýÌý

Recommended Schedule


This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule.Ìý See your advisor to create a degree plan.

Degree Works, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.Ìý Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the Degree Works audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (14)


  • Credits: (4)
  • OR ÌýÌýÌý

  • Credits: (3)
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    ORÌýÌýÌýOR HIGHERÌý3,5

  • Credits: (4) 2
  • Credits: (3)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (14)


  • Credits: (4)
  • ORÌýÌýÌýÌý

  • Credits: (4) 2
  • Credits: (3)
  • ÌýÌý(See General Education Core Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)Ìý1

Second Year - Fall Semester - Credits (16)


  • Credits: (3)
  • ORÌýÌýÌýÌý

  • Math/Science Elective (Choose from list above) Credits: (4) 2, 3, 4, 5
  • ÌýÌý(Literature Course - See General Education Core Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)
  • ÌýÌý(See General Education Core Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)
  • ÌýÌý(See General Education Core Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (16)


  • Math/Science Elective (Choose from list above) Credits: (4) 2, 3, 4, 5
  • University Parallel Elective (Non-Asterisk Course)ÌýCredits: (3) 2, 3, 4, 5
  • Credits: (3)
  • ORÌýÌýÌýÌý

  • ÌýÌý(See General Education Core Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)Ìý1
  • ÌýÌý(See General Education Core Requirements in Catalog) Credits: (3)