Environmental and Applied Geology, Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Geology is the study of Earth; we study the processes, behavior and materials of Earth, its water and its atmosphere both in recent times and in the geologic past. Through understanding how Earth formed, how it changed over billions of years, and how it continues to function today, we can look forward in time to predict how natural processes and human actions will interact to impact Earth in the future. Knowledge of geological concepts and processes helps scientists, politicians, and business professionals make decisions about the use of Earth’s natural resources, protection of humans against natural disasters, and wise stewardship of our environment.

For students wishing to enter the professional world immediately upon graduation, the Professional Concentration prepares our students to become competent professionals with the requisite knowledge and skills necessary to successfully pass the initial certification exam to eventually obtain their Professional Geologist designation. Students will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in each of the eight areas of professional geology and geotechniques, as well as develop critical research skills through a senior thesis or field camp experience.

Students in the Academic Concentration will gain the foundational knowledge and skills in geology, mathematics and natural sciences necessary to be successful in graduate school, as well as to explore potential areas of geologic specialization through independent research or a field camp experience and elective courses.

Program Requirements

CIP Code: 40.0601

Major

E

Course also satisfies an Essential Education element. Hours are included within the 30 hr. Essential Education requirement above.

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Preparatory course in mathematics may be required before admission to MAT 122 Precalculus Mathematics, or MAT 234 Calculus I.

Key:

E

Course satisfies an Essential Education element.

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Course must be taken in semester indicated.

Upper division courses: All students are required to have a minimum of 39 hrs. upper division (300-level or above) courses distributed throughout Major/Supporting/Essential Ed/Free Electives categories.

Environmental and Applied Geology B.S.