Instructional Programs tool and a research method for identifying spatial and temporal patterns, trends and relationships on maps and in large databases (refer to the GIS program description in this catalog). The study of geography is multi-disciplinary, integrating both the natural/physical and social/behavioral sciences. It is an especially attractive major for liberal arts students.
Distinctive Features Field study permits students to apply geographic concepts in a variety of Southern California settings.
Career Opportunities There is a growing demand for geographic training and graduate geographers in both government and private sectors. The many and varied career opportunities dependent upon studies in Geography and/or GIS include the following: Agricultural Planning * Aerial Photography and Remote Sensing * City Planning * Civil Engineering and Surveying * Community and Economic Development * Cultural-historic Resource Management * Demography and Epidemiology * Ecology and Environmental Studies * Emergency Response * Health and Safety * Land Management * Landscape
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Architecture * Market Analysis * Meteorology and Climatology * Real Estate Brokers and Assessors * Recreation and Open Space Planning * Resource Management * Social and Welfare Services * Transportation Development * Urban and Regional Systems Analysis * Utility Service Planning * Wholesale and Retail Development.
Transfer Preparation MSJC offers a range of course work to prepare students to transfer to four-year colleges and universities. All four– year institutions prescribe their own standards for course evaluation and admissions. Prospective transfer students are advised to review the MSJC catalog with a counselor to determine which MSJC courses are transferable.
Degree An Associate degree is not available in this major. Students wishing an Associate degree should major in Social/ Behavioral Sciences from Area B of the General Education Requirements in Option A and/or science by completing any 18 units of science classes (including at least 2 science lab classes) from Area A of the General Education Requirements in Option A. Students are advised to see a counselor.
Mt. San Jacinto College 2008-2009 Catalog