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Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about taking geology at Mohave Community College.
Will geology satisfy the science requirement for my degree plan at MCC?The GLG 101 (Physical Geology), GLG 102 (Historical Geology) and GLG 110 (Environmental Geology) courses can be used to meet the General Education Core curriculum requirement for science at MCC and most universities.
Will my geology classes from MCC transfer to four-year universities or other colleges? Most of the time there is no problem with transferring MCC courses to other universities, but for science courses particularly you should always check the transfer policy of the university to which you intend to transfer. Transfer information is available at the Arizona Course Applicability System (AZCAS).
Is geology tutoring available? Yes, day and evening tutoring is offered free of charge every semester. Click here for a link to information on how to request a geology tutor.
Can I ask the instructor to add me to his or her class roster since the class is already full? No, only the department chair can give you permission to enroll in a closed class. The department chairs are: Bullhead City: Shawn Bristle at 928.758.4435, sbristle@mohave.edu ; Neal Campus - Kingman: Danette Bristle at 928.692-3041, dbristle@mohave.edu; Lake Havasu City: Eric Aurand at 928.505.3388, eaurand@mohave.edu; North Mohave Campus: Susan Hammond at 928.875.9104, shammon@mohave.edu.
I already took the lab as a separate course at my university. Do I have to do the lab in my class at MCC? Yes. The labs are not offered separately at MCC but instead are integrated with the course in a four-semester-hour format. Since the lab is part of the course and your course grade, you are required to take it!
I did not do well on my final exam. Can I get a Withdrawal (W) for the course? No. If you complete the course, you must receive a regular letter grade. It is therefore very important to realistically assess your situation before the withdrawal date in order to make the best decision about withdrawing. You should meet with your instructor to get his or her opinion, and if you decide to withdraw, you must turn in a withdrawal form at the registration office with your instructor’s signature. While we always want the best outcome, circumstances sometimes make it best to withdraw to avoid getting a low grade in the course.
I am not doing well in my class. Can I get a grade of Incomplete and finish it next semester? In this case a Withdrawal (W) would be given. The Incomplete ("I") is a temporary grade given only under special circumstances with department chair approval. If a grade of I is given, no exams or labs can be repeated for a better grade. When the missed material is made up, your instructor will calculate your course grade accordingly. A grade of I automatically changes to a grade of F if the material is not made up by the 8th week of the next semester!
Geology is my worst subject! I just can't seem to learn it! Geology usually requires more than the usual amount of study and practice! Satisfactory completion of the course prerequisites is very important. Following are a few more suggestions worth remembering:
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Learning geology takes time. A reasonable guide is to spend about two hours studying for each hour of lecture. Heavy work and/or class loads are not compatible with learning geology!
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Attend class regularly and take generous notes during class. Ask questions.
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When beginning a new chapter, read through it quickly the first time, just to give yourself a good feel for what it is about. If you are really on the job you will have done this before the class lecture on the chapter! You will understand what's going on in class much better if you do this.
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Study groups can be very helpful. Keep the group small though, no more than three or four people.
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Finally, keep a positive outlook! Geology can be hard, but with a good attitude and approach, you will succeed in mastering it! |
