Geologists study the earth with primary attention to its history, materials, and structure, and to the active processes that continue to change the landscape. Geologists are also concerned with investigating environmental problems such as geologic hazards involving flooding or earthquakes, evaluating groundwater resources, discovering new mineral and petroleum deposits, and studying the moon and planets. Besides our teaching major the department offers two departmental majors in the field of geology. The major in geology is designed to prepare students for geological careers in industry and government agencies and for graduate study that leads to research, teaching, management, and many other positions in industry, government, and universities. 

      The major in Earth Science aims to broaden the intellectual horizons of students who have related interests, want to pursue double majors, or do not want to enter the geological profession directly.

•  Major in Geology, 65-67 hours
•  Major in Earth Science, 61 hours

Teaching Major in Earth/Space Science, 59-67 hours

• Middle School option
• High School option