Monday, November 11, 2013

{Major Mondays: Earth Science}



The Department of Earth Science offers a B.A. in Earth Science, Environmental Science and Earth Science Teaching as well as minors in those areas. As an earth science student, you would have courses in five curricular areas: Geology, Astronomy, Meteorology, Environmental Science and Earth Science Education. You have opportunities to conduct field research, use the two on-campus observatories, use up-to-date computer forecasting models, and much more!


What do you do with a major in Earth Science (non-teaching)? Individuals that have majored in earth science work as explorers for new mineral or energy resources which is important today. You may consult on engineering or environmental problems, conduct research, work as a naturalist or be a museum curator. There are a multitude of possibilities!


What classes would you take? Astronomy, General Chemistry I, Elements of Weather, Introduction to Geology, and Earth History are some core courses. Some elective options include Measurement and Analysis of Air Quality, Volcanology, Air Quality, Earthquakes and Tsunamis, Weather Analysis and Forecasting and much more!

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