Geology, BS
Program Description
Geology examines the dynamic Earth and its physical, chemical and biologic history. It involves the study of changes that are taking and have taken place and the forces that cause these changes. For example, geologists interpret the movements of the continents over geologic time and the formation of mountains, volcanoes and other features of the Earth’s surface. Geologists attempt to understand our physical environment from which we derive most of the natural resources essential to civilization. They investigate the processes that led to the formation of mineral deposits, and oil, gas and coal. They also study environmental change throughout the history of the Earth and how those changes and the development of life are related. Geologists attempt to predict natural disasters such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and landslides, and they are very active in modeling groundwater flow to develop water reserves for municipalities and to protect groundwater from contamination. Geologists study the natural world and apply their knowledge to achieve harmony between the human race and its environment.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Knowledge & Professional Skills: The Geology graduate will demonstrate: theoretical and practical knowledge of geologic principles; teamwork; professional behavior; and communication skills.
- Readiness for Graduate Study and/or Employment: The Geology graduate will demonstrate readiness graduate school or for geoscience employment such as: an environmental geologist, public sector geoscientist, mud logger, geophysicist, mine geologist, exploration geologist, science technician, etc.
- Scholarship: The university supports scholarship where undergraduate students have the opportunity to engage in geoscience research, often publishable, working with faculty mentors.
- Technical Skills: The Geology graduate will solve geologic problems by demonstrating competence conducting field and laboratory studies; creating and interpreting geoscience maps and cross-sections; and analyzing geologic data sets and software and/or technology.
Bachelor of Science Geology
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Geology Course Requirements | ||
| GEOL 121 | Physical Geology | 4 |
| GEOL 122 | Historical Geology | 4 |
| GEOL 223 | Earth Materials | 4 |
| GEOL 308 | Structural Geology Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 315 | Geoenvironmental Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 322 | Geochemical Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 334 | Hydrologic Sys: Sur/Grd Water | 4 |
| GEOL 355 | Stratigraphy and Sedimentation | 4 |
| GEOL 380 | Introduction to Field Geology | 3 |
| GEOL 431 | Geophysical Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 440 | Technology in Geology | 2 |
| GEOL 450 | Geology Seminar I | 1 |
| GEOL 451 | Geology Seminar II | 1 |
| GEOL 468 | Tectonic Systems | 5 |
| GEOL 480 | Advanced Field Geology | 3 |
| Support Courses | ||
| NRES 199 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| CHEM 115 | General Chemistry I | 5 |
| PHYS 221 | Principles of Physics I 1 | 4 |
| or PHYS 231 | Appl Phys Engineer/Scientist I | |
| Select one of the following: | 4-5 | |
| General Chemistry II | ||
| Principles of Physics II 1 | ||
| App Phy Engineer Scientist II | ||
| EVRN 131 | Introduction to GIS and GPS | 3 |
| MATH 111 | College Algebra 1 | 3 |
| MATH 112 | Calculus Business/Life Science 1 | 4 |
| or MATH 151 | Calculus I | |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Prin of Statistical Methods | ||
| Probability and Math Stats | ||
| Business Statistics | ||
| Biostatistics | ||
| Total Hours | 78-79 | |
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Students with adequate preparation in mathematics and/or interested in graduate school are advised to take MATH 151 Calculus I and MATH 152 Calculus II and PHYS 231 Appl Phys Engineer/Scientist I and PHYS 232 App Phy Engineer Scientist II and CHEM 115 General Chemistry I and CHEM 116 General Chemistry II.
General Education: All LSSU bachelor’s degree candidates must complete the LSSU General Education Requirements.
A minimum of 124 credits (at the 100 level or higher) must be earned for graduation with a cumulative gpa of 2.00 or higher. A gpa of 2.00 or higher is also required in your Major, as well as in your General Education Requirements.
Bachelor of Science Geology, Environmental Geology Concentration
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Geology Course Requirements | ||
| GEOL 121 | Physical Geology | 4 |
| GEOL 122 | Historical Geology | 4 |
| GEOL 223 | Earth Materials | 4 |
| GEOL 308 | Structural Geology Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 315 | Geoenvironmental Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 322 | Geochemical Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 334 | Hydrologic Sys: Sur/Grd Water | 4 |
| GEOL 380 | Introduction to Field Geology | 3 |
| GEOL 431 | Geophysical Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 440 | Technology in Geology | 2 |
| GEOL 450 | Geology Seminar I | 1 |
| GEOL 451 | Geology Seminar II | 1 |
| GEOL 480 | Advanced Field Geology | 3 |
| Support Courses | ||
| NRES 199 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| CHEM 115 | General Chemistry I | 5 |
| CHEM 116 | General Chemistry II | 5 |
| PHYS 221 | Principles of Physics I 1 | 4 |
| or PHYS 231 | Appl Phys Engineer/Scientist I | |
| EVRN 131 | Introduction to GIS and GPS | 3 |
| EVRN 311 | Environmental Law | 3 |
| EVRN 341 | Fate & Transport Environment | 4 |
| NSCI 103 | Environmental Science | 3 |
| NRES 230 | Introduction to Soil Science | 4 |
| MATH 111 | College Algebra 1 | 3 |
| MATH 112 | Calculus Business/Life Science 1 | 4 |
| or MATH 151 | Calculus I | |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Prin of Statistical Methods | ||
| Probability and Math Stats | ||
| Business Statistics | ||
| Biostatistics | ||
| Distributed Electives | ||
| Select a minimum of 16 credits from the following: | 16 | |
| Survey Organic Chem/Biol Apps | ||
| Organic Chemistry I | ||
| Quantitative Analysis | ||
| Organic Chemistry II | ||
| Instrumental Analysis | ||
| Environmental Economics | ||
| Field Data Methods | ||
| Intermediate GIS | ||
| Human Impacts on Environment | ||
| Environmental Health Apps | ||
| Geospatial Analysis | ||
| App Geospatial Technologies | ||
| Environmental Research Methods | ||
| Research Project Design | ||
| Environmental Systems | ||
| Senior Project | ||
| Senior Capstone | ||
| Hazardous Materials Management | ||
| Phy Geog: Meteorology/Climatol | ||
| Stratigraphy and Sedimentation | ||
| Research Topics in Geology | ||
| Senior Project | ||
| Internatl Environmental Policy | ||
| Total Hours | 100 | |
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Students with adequate preparation in mathematics and/or interested in graduate school are advised to take MATH 151 Calculus I and MATH 152 Calculus II and PHYS 231 Appl Phys Engineer/Scientist I and PHYS 232 App Phy Engineer Scientist II.
General Education: All LSSU bachelor’s degree candidates must complete the LSSU General Education Requirements.
A minimum of 124 credits (at the 100 level or higher) must be earned for graduation with a cumulative gpa of 2.00 or higher. A gpa of 2.00 or higher is also required in your Major, as well as in your General Education Requirements.
Bachelor of Science Geology, Water and Climate Concentration
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Geology Course Requirements | ||
| GEOL 121 | Physical Geology | 4 |
| GEOL 122 | Historical Geology | 4 |
| GEOL 223 | Earth Materials | 4 |
| GEOL 308 | Structural Geology Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 315 | Geoenvironmental Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 322 | Geochemical Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 334 | Hydrologic Sys: Sur/Grd Water | 4 |
| GEOL 380 | Introduction to Field Geology | 3 |
| GEOL 431 | Geophysical Systems | 4 |
| GEOL 440 | Technology in Geology | 2 |
| GEOL 450 | Geology Seminar I | 1 |
| GEOL 451 | Geology Seminar II | 1 |
| Support Courses | ||
| NRES 199 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| CHEM 115 | General Chemistry I | 5 |
| PHYS 221 | Principles of Physics I 1 | 4 |
| or PHYS 231 | Appl Phys Engineer/Scientist I | |
| Select one of the following: | 4-5 | |
| General Chemistry II | ||
| Principles of Physics II 1 | ||
| App Phy Engineer Scientist II | ||
| EVRN 131 | Introduction to GIS and GPS | 3 |
| EVRN 389 | Environmental Research Methods | 3 |
| GEOG 108 | Phy Geog: Meteorology/Climatol | 4 |
| NSCI 116 | Introduction to Oceanography | 4 |
| NRES 286 | Principles of Watersheds | 3 |
| MATH 111 | College Algebra 1 | 3 |
| MATH 112 | Calculus Business/Life Science 1 | 4 |
| or MATH 151 | Calculus I | |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Prin of Statistical Methods | ||
| Probability and Math Stats | ||
| Business Statistics | ||
| Biostatistics | ||
| Distributed Electives | ||
| Select a minimum of ten credits from the following: | 10 | |
| Field Data Methods | ||
| Intermediate GIS | ||
| Geospatial Analysis | ||
| Environmental Law | ||
| Human Impacts on Environment | ||
| App Geospatial Technologies | ||
| Fate & Transport Environment | ||
| Senior Project | ||
| Stratigraphy and Sedimentation | ||
| Advanced Field Geology | ||
| Senior Project | ||
| Research Topics in Geology | ||
| Environmental Science | ||
| Introduction to Soil Science | ||
| Principles Forest Conservation | ||
| Limnology | ||
| Research Project Design | ||
| Senior Capstone | ||
| Total Hours | 90-91 | |
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Students with adequate preparation in mathematics and/or interested in graduate school are advised to take MATH 151 Calculus I and MATH 152 Calculus II and PHYS 231 Appl Phys Engineer/Scientist I and PHYS 232 App Phy Engineer Scientist II and CHEM 115 General Chemistry I and CHEM 116 General Chemistry II.
General Education: All LSSU bachelor’s degree candidates must complete the LSSU General Education Requirements.
A minimum of 124 credits (at the 100 level or higher) must be earned for graduation with a cumulative gpa of 2.00 or higher. A gpa of 2.00 or higher is also required in your Major, as well as in your General Education Requirements.