Geology, B.S.

The B.S. degree in geology focuses on scientific study of Earth; common rocks and minerals, processes that form and alter basic Earth materials, and key events in the geologic evolution of the planet. Specifically, the B.S. in geology is designed for students intending to pursue advanced studies in geology or who intend to attain licensure as a professional geologist.

Oral Communication Requirement:

To satisfy the oral communication requirement for the B.S. degree in Geology, a student must successfully complete GLY 395 .

Applied Learning Requirement:

To satisfy the applied learning requirement for the B.S. degree in Geology, a student must complete either GLY 470 and GLY 471 (total of 5 hours) or GLY 498 (6 hours).

Requirements for a Major in Geology for the B.S. Degree:

Options:

In addition to these core courses, students must complete one of the options below.

Option 1: Academic:

This option is designed for students intending to pursue advanced or graduate studies. Electives in this option should be chosen to complement the student’s expected areas of advanced study, and might include course work in other disciplines such as biology, chemistry, geography, or physics. In addition to the B.S. core,

Option 1 Sub-total: 66-68 hours

Option 2: Professional:

This option is designed for students who intend to enter the job market after graduation and who intend to pursue licensure as a professional geologist. Elective courses should be chosen to complement the student’s intended career path and might include courses from other disciplines such as geography and environmental studies. In addition to the B.S. core,

GGY 321 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
GLY 390 - Field Methods in Geosciences
GLY 426 - Geohydrology
GLY 465 - Introduction to Geophysics
GLY 470 - Field Course in Geology and
GLY 471 - Techniques in Applied Geology (total of 5 hours)
or
GLY 498 - Internship in Geology (total of 6 hours);
10 hours of GLY electives selected from courses above the 299 level
CHM 101 - General Chemistry I
CHML 101 - General Chemistry Laboratory I
MAT 112 - Trigonometry
or
MAT 160 - Precalculus: Algebra & Trigonometry

Option 2 Sub-total: 60-62 hours

Total: 60-68 hours

Additional Information:

A “C” (2.00) or better average is required on all courses taken within the department and “C” (2.00) or better average on all required courses above the 199 level in the department.