Earth Science, B.A.

Professors: Jeffrey Myers, Stephen Taylor, Jeffrey Templeton

Mission

The Earth Science program provides a liberal arts education in geoscience with an emphasis on scientific methods, problem solving and interdisciplinary science education. A key objective of the program is to prepare undergraduates for careers as professional geoscientists and educators. The program also promotes the development of an informed citizenry for wise decision-making on issues related to natural resources, environmental quality and sustainability in Oregon and beyond.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate knowledge of the physical, chemical and biological processes operating in the Earth system.
Apply technology-based methods to solve geologic problems and communicate results.
Conduct scientific investigations in laboratory and field settings.

Core Courses

BI 101 General Biology: The Diversity of Life Credits: 4
CH 104 Chemistry and the Environment Credits: 4
ES 301 Petrographic Microscopy Credits: 3
ES 302 Quantitative Methods Credits: 3
ES 341 Geographic Information Systems I Credits: 4
ES 450 Introduction to Petrology Credits: 4
ES 453 Geology of the Pacific Northwest Credits: 4
ES 473 Environmental Geology Credits: 4
ES 491 Stratigraphy and Depositional Systems Credits: 4
ES 493 Sedimentary Geology Credits: 4
ES 497 Senior Seminar Credits: 2
MTH 110 Applied College Mathematics Credits: 4

Total Credits: 85-86

Note:

Completion of the B.A. in Earth Science qualifies graduates to begin the process of professional licensure as registered geologists in the state of Oregon. Students should confer with their advisor for specific coursework that best fits their career objectives.

Earth Science, B.A.

Mission

Learning Outcomes

Core Courses

Choose Three Fundamental Geology Courses

Choose Two Earth System Science Courses

Choose Two Tectonics/Volcanology/Petrology Courses

Choose Two Environmental Geology/Surface Processes Courses

Choose Two Geospatial Technology Courses

Total Credits: 85-86

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