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    Earth Science Minor

    Earth Science describes the planet’s features, patterns, composition and the processes operating within and on its surface, its history, and life. Earth scientists seek to understand these features and processes and to answer practical questions using a wide array of scientific and engineering techniques ranging from field mapping, geophysical measurements, geochemical analyses, biological studies, and Earth and space-bound remote sensing.

    The aim of earth science is to ensure the future of humanity and the environment by understanding our planet’s past and present through identifying and discovering new energy and material resources including freshwater from both terrestrial and extraterrestrial sources; forecasting and mitigating geologic hazards (such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and landslides); formulating possible solutions to slow down man-made climate change; educating the public and stakeholders on stewardship of the environment; and assisting policy and decision makers with the guiding principle that “civilizations exist by geological consent, subject to change without notice,” as noted by Will Durant.

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    Number of Credit Hours

    18 Credit Hours

    Around 6 Courses

    Courses You Could Take

    • ENVS 4003K - Hydrology

      A multidisciplinary examination of hydrology concepts essential for environmental and spatial analysis. Topics include hydrologic processes and water balances in the landscape, saturated and unsaturated flow in soils, drainage, basic aquifer mechanics, environmental monitoring techniques, stream flow and storm flow dynamics in response to rainfall and watershed characteristics.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisites: MATH 1113, either GEOG 1111K, GEOL 1121K, or ENVS 2111K, and either GISC 3021K or GISC 2011 and GISC 2011L

      Hours:
      4



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    • GEOG 3200K - Earth Systems

      This course is an introduction to the systems approach and interdependence of Earth's systems. Topics covered include climate change, biodiversity, ocean circulation, ozone depletion, and global environmental change. The course uses lessons from Earth's history to guide decision-making for our future.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: GEOG 1111K, GEOG 1112 & GEOG 1112L, GEOL 1121K, or GEOL 1122K

      Hours:
      3



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    • GEOG 3300K - Process Geomorphology

      This course will focus on the specific environmental and geologic processes that shape the Earth's landscape. Landform identification and distribution will be stressed in this class. Laboratory exercises will emphasize the identification and evaluation of geomorphic features utilizing maps (contour and DEMs) as well as aerial photography.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: GEOL 1121K, GEOG 1111K, or permission of the instructor

      Hours:
      4



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      GEOL 3300K View Course in Catalog

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