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Undergraduate Catalog 2006-07 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2006-07 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Earth Science Major (36 hours)


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The earth science major and minor program is a flexible course of instruction for students desiring a broad understanding of the earth and environmental processes. The program is interdisciplinary in nature and offers students an opportunity to select approved courses from several science departments, including Geosciences, Engineering, Biological Sciences, Geography, Chemistry, and Physics. Courses are selected in consultation with the earth science advisor to design programs that are tailored to the individuals’ needs and professional objectives. Elective courses must be approved by the advisor.

Electives


Seventeen (17) hours must be selected in consultation with the advisor. A minimum of six (6) elective hours for the major must be taken in the Geosciences Department.

Required Cognate Courses For The Major


A College-Level Chemistry Course


A College-Level Physics Course


Baccalaureate Writing Requirement


Students who have chosen the Earth Science Major will satisfy the Baccalaureate Writing Requirement by successfully completing one of the following courses:

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