Geography, Science Transfer Pattern

General Education - 36-38 Credits

Science Electives - 16 Credits

Select 16 credits:

• BIOL 110 - Biology I: Molecular and Cells 4 Credits.
• BIOL 104 - Introductory Botany 4 Credits.
• ERSC 101 - Earth Science 4 Credits.
• ERSC 121 - Physical Geology 3 Credits.
• ERSC 122 - Physical Geology Laboratory 1 Credits.
• ERSC 131 - Meteorology 4 Credits.

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• ERSC 141 - Introduction to Oceanography 3 Credits.

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• GEOG 141 - Introduction to Oceanography 3 Credits.

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• ERSC 142 - Oceanography Laboratory 1 Credits.

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• GEOG 142 - Oceanography Laboratory 1 Credits.

Other Electives - 9-12 Credits.

Select 9-12 credits:

• GEOG 102 - Introduction to Cultural Geography 3 Credits.
• GEOG 111 - World Regional Geography 3 Credits.
• GEOG 131 - Historical Geography of Maryland 3 Credits.
• HIST 101 - Western Civilization I: Ancient and Medieval History 3 Credits.
• HIST 102 - Western Civilization II: Modern History 3 Credits.

Total Number of Credits Required for Degree: 61-66*

*A new college orientation requirement, completion of the one-credit ACDV 101  course, Transitioning to College, went into effect spring 2010. If you are a credit student who is new to college (meaning you have not successfully completed college coursework at another institution(s)), you are required to take ACDV 101  during your first semester at CCBC, thereby increasing the number of credits required for the degree to 62-67 credits. Students are required to provide an official transcript(s) to document successful completion of college coursework at another institution(s) in order for this requirement to be waived.

Transfer Pattern Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this transfer pattern, students will be able to:

1. generalize the spatial and temporal distribution of specific physical processes, physical landforms, their environments and earth materials;
2. identify and characterize specific physical environments and processes based on climate, topography, flora and fauna and the interactions that take place between physical systems;
3. identify and characterize specific physical processes acting to change our environment;
4. describe the relationship between geographical conditions and the development of human settlements, including aspects such as political, economic, religious, cultural and technological systems;
5. compare and contrast regional societies with respect to geographical conditions;
6. describe the dynamic processes shaping and affecting the oceans and marine populations;
7. prepare maps using GIS software to visually represent data; and
8. incorporate geographical information into effective written and oral communications.

Transfer Pattern Description:

This degree pattern is designed to help students transfer to colleges and universities that offer a baccalaureate degree with a major in Geography. Beyond the General Education requirements and options, this pattern should be considered in light of the requirements of the selected transfer institution. Students should consult with a transfer coordinator or an advisor for information about specific requirements.

Semester Sequence

• Geography, Science Transfer Pattern Semester Sequence