AS Earth Sciences
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AS Earth Sciences
The Associate in Science degree in Earth Sciences examines major physical and other factors influencing human development. The approach to instruction allows students to see the world as a laboratory and develop basic research skills. The Associate in Science degree in Earth Sciences offers students greater flexibility in choosing a field of study for their undergraduate degree, and can lead to careers in the energy sector and to job opportunities in other fields like water resources, mining and aggregates, and civil engineering.
Five (5) CSEC (CXC)/GCE O’Level subjects, inclusive of English A, mathematics and a science subject, Grades 1,2,3* or A,B,C.
*Grade 3 accepted if attained in June 1998 or beyond
Applicants who possess CAPE or A’Level qualifications may be considered for advanced standing (the award of credits towards your degree programme).
COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | CR. | CODE | COURSE TITLE | CR. |
| ESCI 190 | Elements of Paleontology | 3 | WRIT 117 | Fundamentals of Writing | 3 |
| ESCI 191 | Stratigraphy and Sedimentology | 3 | COMM 118 | Communication in the Workplace | 3 |
| ESCI 280 | Physical Hydrology | 3 | LIBS 130 | Fundamentals of Research Skills | 3 |
| ESCI 290 | Principles of Mineralogy and Petrology | 4 | MATH 117 | College Algebra | 3 |
| ESCI 298 | Structural Geology and Geological Mapping | 4 | HIST 210 | History of Trinidad and Tobago | 3 |
| GEOG 131 | Introduction to Physical-Earth Systems | 3 | GUIDED ELECTIVE | ||
| GEOG 132 | Introduction to Human-Earth Systems | 3 | Choose six (6) credits from the courses below OR any other approved course | 6 | |
| GEOG 136 | Practical and Applied Geographical Skills | 3 | CHEM 112 | Concepts of Chemistry II | 3 |
| GEOG 165 | Theory and Principles in Sustainable Development | 3 | MATH 118 | Pre-Calculus | 3 |
| GEOG 238 | Advanced Geomorphology | 3 | SPAN 100 | Introduction to Spanish | 3 |
| GEOG 250 | Meteorology and Climatology | 3 | Total Core Curriculum Courses | 21 | |
| GISY 172 | Introduction to GIS | 3 | |||
| SCIE 199 | Research Project I | 2 | |||
| SCIE 299 | Research Project II | 2 | |||
| Total Credits for Required Courses in the Major | 42 | ||||
The table below provides a summary of fees payable to the College. Only nationals of Trinidad and Tobago are eligible to receive government’s GATE funding for tuition expenses listed hereunder.
| Fees | Citizens | Caricom | International | Per |
| Applications: Paper-based | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | Application |
| Applications: Online | Free | Free | Free | Application |
| Registration | $80.00 | $80.00 | $80.00 | Semester |
| Tuition | $300.00 | $400.00 | $750.00 | Credit |
| Administrative Fee | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Semester |
| Technology | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Semester |
| Student Insurance | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | Annum |
| Student Guild | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Annum |
Included in the college fees, is basic insurance coverage for accident and injury. However, CARICOM and international students are also required to secure additional insurance to cover medical expenses.
All students of COSTAATT are required to pay an annual insurance fee of $30.00. Completed student insurance forms must be submitted to the College at the beginning of the first semester in which students register for the academic year. Coverage is restricted to students who are between ages 16 to 65.
The College accepts the following methods of payment:
Institutional fees are non-refundable. Students who officially withdraw from the College may be eligible for a refund of tuition fees in accordance with the schedule outlined in the Academic Calendar. Please note that students in receipt of GATE funding are not eligible for tuition refunds.
The Government Assistance for Tuition Expenses (GATE)
The Government Assistance for Tuition Expenses programme (GATE) provides free tuition to all eligible citizens of Trinidad and Tobago pursuing approved programmes at public and private tertiary level institutions. Information on eligibility and conditions for accessing GATE funding is available at the Ministry of Education website at: www.moe.gov.tt
Important:
Students must note that GATE funding is available for the duration of their course of study and one year beyond. Students who fail to complete their programme within the stipulated time frame will be required to meet the cost of programme completion.
The Government Assistance for Tuition Expenses (GATE) programme is a one hundred per cent, tuition fee funding programme offered by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago. Only nationals of Trinidad and Tobago are eligible to apply, and students must be registered in a course of study leading to a tertiary level qualification.
For further information on the GATE programme please visit the website of the Ministry of Education.
The vast majority of the College’s programmes are eligible for GATE.
Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP)
The Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP) is a special loan facility made available to citizens of Trinidad and Tobago who are enrolled in an approved tertiary level programme at a registered tertiary institution to meet the following expenses:
For further information on the Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP) students can visit the Ministry of Education website at: www.moe.gov.tt
Payment Plans
Payment plans are available, please contact the Office of the Registrar for further details: [email protected]
To be awarded the Associate in Science degree in Earth Sciences, students must successfully complete 63 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0 according to the following distribution:
| Courses in the major area of study | 42 credits |
| Total Courses in Major Area of Study | 42 credits |
| Core curriculum courses | 21 credits |
| Total Credits Required for Graduation | 63 credits |
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All applicants are required to submit supporting document with their application
