Bachelor Of Science In Geology

The Bachelor of Science degree in Geology is designed for those interested in a professional career in the field. The curriculum focuses on minerals, rocks, landforms, fossils, structural geology, geochemistry and field mapping, among others. Supplemental courses include introductory chemistry, physics, biology and mathematics. Students are also encouraged to specialize in a applied or theoretical area of the science. The program features a capstone summer field course in the Black Hills of South Dakota. The Geology major includes the following optional concentration: The Environmental Geology optional concentration provides students with specialized training for careers in the well-established and growing field of environmental geology, including water resources, resource management and energy resources. The concentration's curriculum focuses on hydrology, hydrogeology, engineering geology and environmental monitoring techniques. Program Learning Outcomes Graduates of this program will be able to: Understand and communicate to others: a. the nature of scientific investigation and evidence, b. the complex interrelationships of the biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and the lithosphere through geologic time. Understand Earth materials and interpret geologic and environmental processes. Synthesize geologic information to understand and solve geologic and environmental problems. Demonstrate critical thinking skills and be able to work as a geologist in the field and in the laboratory.