The geology concentration in the 海洋 & Earth Sciences B.S. degree is designed for students with a wide range of professional goals in the sciences, engineering, 业务, 和 arts. Students seeking employment in pure and applied fields of geology, including environmental geology, geological oceanography, hydrogeology, marine geology, 地球生物学, 地球物理学, and geochemistry, should also choose their courses to support certification as a professional geologist (below). Students considering graduate work in these fields should similarly build their backgrounds accordingly. Students with a strong interest in geological applications of geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing tools should consider the geology concentration with a minor in geography; the certificate program in spatial analysis of coastal environments also emphasizes this area of study.
Program Highlights
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The program provides student with the necessary training for employment with a B.S. in a wide range of federal, state, local and private venues.
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The program provides students with the necessary background for graduate work in geology, oceanography, marine science, and environmental science.
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Small class sizes at the upper division level means student work closely with faculty in their discipline as a part of their undergraduate experience.
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Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth. May use geological, 物理, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, 气体, 矿物质, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the Earth's internal composition, atmospheres, 海洋, and its magnetic, 电, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, crystallographers, paleontologists, stratigraphers, 测量技师, and seismologists.
Geological Sample Test Technicians
Test or analyze geological samples, 原油, or 矿物质 to detect presence of petroleum, 气体, or mineral deposits indicating potential for exploration or production or to determine physical or chemical properties to ensure that products meet quality standards.
Geophysical Data Technicians
测量, 记录, or evaluate geological data, using sonic, 电子, 电, 地震, or gravity-measuring instruments to prospect for oil or 气体. May collect or evaluate core samples or cuttings.
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and 物理. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
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Requirements
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Students must first declare the 海洋 and Earth science major, geology concentration, with the chief departmental advisor (CDA).
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Entering students should be prepared to take MATH 211 (Calculus I), although students with math deficiencies can take remedial math classes as needed (e.g., 数学102, 103M, 162M, 163 or 166, as needed; note that all of these courses will not necessarily be required before taking MATH 211; please consult the catalog or CDA for details).
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