Geology/Earth Science, General at Glendale Community College in Glendale, CA

Physical Sciences BACHELOR CIP 40.0601

Total Graduates

1

Class of 2023

Annual Tuition

$1,104

In-state rate

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Geology/Earth Science, General.
Degree Level BACHELOR
CIP Code 40.0601
Program Family Physical Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 1 graduates
Award Year 2023

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$101,390

10-Year Job Growth

+2.6%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

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Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$76,043

Peak Salary

$126,738

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Speaking
Instructing
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Writing
Science
Learning Strategies
Active Learning
Complex Problem Solving

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Your Future Work Environment

🏢

Mixed

Setting

💪

Moderate

Physical Demands

👥

Small Team

Team Size

✈️

Occasional

Travel

Work Schedule

✓ Regular Hours Flexible

Indoor/Outdoor

50% indoor

Autonomy Level

Moderate

Overtime Expectations

Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare

Customer Interaction

Moderate

Technology & Tools You'll Master

Digital Literacy Required

EXPERT

Technology Intensity

VERY_HIGH

Essential Software

The MathWorks MATLAB

Important Software

Adobe Acrobat Microsoft Outlook ESRI ArcGIS software Adobe Photoshop Microsoft Office software Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Autodesk AutoCAD Microsoft Access

Beneficial Software

IBM SPSS Statistics Oracle Database Structured query language SQL Microsoft SharePoint R Microsoft Visio Microsoft Project

Digital Competencies You'll Develop

Advanced software proficiency
System architecture understanding
Automation and scripting
Emerging technology adaptation
Technical problem-solving
💡

Note: This program will equip you with expert level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Geology/Earth Science, General..

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

I
Investigative
R
Realistic
C
Conventional

research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems
  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Analytical
Curious
Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management

Work Values

Speaking
Active Listening
Writing
Monitoring
Knowledge
Independence

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?

2

Are you comfortable working mixed with moderate physical demands?

3

Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?

4

Do you value speaking?

5

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Glendale, CA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $1,104
Out-of-State Tuition $8,304

Program Information

CIP Code: 40.0601
CIP Family: 40
IPEDS ID: