Bachelor degrees in Geology + Earth Science, General: A program that focuses on the scientific study of the earth; the forces acting upon it; and the behavior of the solids, liquids and gases comprising it. Includes instruction in historical geology, geomorphology, and sedimentology, the chemistry of rocks and soils, stratigraphy, mineralogy, petrology, geostatistics, volcanology, glaciology, geophysical principles, and applications to research and industrial problems.
Geology is an interdisciplinary science, requiring knowledge of fundamentals of physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics. The Geology department emphasizes field experiences, offering numerous local and distant field trips every year and providing opportunities for student research during the summer and school year. Geology majors are well prepared for graduate school in earth and environmental sciences or law, and many majors pursue careers in...
The interdepartmental major in environmental science is sponsored jointly by the departments of biology, chemistry, and physics. The objectives of the program are to provide the student with the necessary background for a professional career in the area of environmental science or entrance into a graduate program.
A student must choose one of three concentrations: environmental science-biology, environmental sciencechemistry, or environmental science-physics....
GES 101 Principles of Earth Science (Gen. Ed. FS)
The earth in space; weather, earth materials, and geological processes that control development of the earth‘s surface. GES 102 Principles of Earth Science Laboratory 1 hr. Laboratory related to GES 101. One two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: GES 101 or equivalent, or concurrent enrollment.
GES 110 Principles of Historical Geology . (Gen. Ed. FS)
Introduction to history of the earth and...
General Eduction requirements It is the responsibility of the student, with the help of their advisor, to fulfill the general education requirements put forth by the University.
Major and Minor Requirements The Department of Geology/Geography offers students majors, with a B.S. degree, and minors in both Geology and Geography. There are also majors with honors in both subject areas. Geography also offers students a minor in Geography with Teacher...
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