Earth Sciences

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www.wwcc.edu/programs/earth-sciences/

Program available at/via: [Walla Walla]

Department Overview: Earth science is geology and more; it provides foundational knowledge of how our planet works and applies knowledge of the natural process of global change to understanding our current environmental conditions. Practitioners engage with some of our most challenging problems, such as responsible exploration for and extraction and use of our natural resources, understanding consequences of global climate change, and reducing human suffering and property loss from natural hazards.

Transfer options also exist in Environmental & Ecosystem Sciences, Forest Ecology and Management and Wildlife Ecology & Conservation Science.

Degrees: This degree provides the science and general education courses needed for students who are planning a future transfer to major in Earth Sciences at Washington State University (WSU).Students who complete the AAS-T requirements will begin with junior standing at WSU.

Industry Description: Earth science is geology and more; it provides foundational knowledge of how our planet works and applies knowledge of the natural process of global change to understanding our current environmental conditions. Practitioners engage with some of our most challenging problems, such as responsible exploration for and extraction and use of our natural resources, understanding consequences of global climate change, and reducing human suffering and property loss from natural hazards.

Transfer options also exist in Environmental & Ecosystem Sciences, Forest Ecology and Management and Wildlife Ecology & Conservation Science.

Entrance Requirements: Students can start fall, winter, spring, or summer quarter. WWCC has an open admissions process. It’s free to apply and everyone who applies is accepted. Applications are accepted year-round! Apply online.

Other Information: For additional information including regional employment data, completion rates, student characteristics, and employment see http://www.careerbridge.wa.gov.

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