Geology and Earth Science
Faculty 
William Bajjali, Professor
Andy Breckenridge, Associate Professor
Geology and Earth Science Program
The Earth Science program includes minors in Earth Science, Earth and Space Science for elementary or secondary teachers, and Water Resources Management. Related minors in Geography and Applied GIS are described in the Geography section of this catalog. Students who are interested in the field of geology are encouraged to consult with one of the faculty members in this program.
Earth Science Minor Requirements-Suspended
No admission to this program as of November 3, 2017. Program has been suspended. Current students in good standing have until December 23, 2022 to complete the program.
The Earth Science Minor is designed to complement other fields of study. The minor provides a general overview and context of the basic principles and concepts of geology and is a good option for people pursuing careers in the natural sciences.
Viable employment opportunities exist for graduates in the areas of hydrogeology and environmental remediation. Well-qualified scientists with a background in geology, hydrology, chemistry and geographic information systems (GIS) are required to meet this need.
21 total credits
Required courses
Elective courses (13 credits required, at least 7 of which must be at the 300-level or higher):
A combined maximum of four credits may be earned in GEOL 491 and GEOL 496.