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DegreesNEW AREA OF EMPHASIS IN ENVIRONMENTAL GEOSCIENCE
The Department of Geology is pleased to announce
the availability of a new area of emphasis in Environmental Geoscience within the B.S.
Geology Degree Program.
Program Objectives
The area of emphasis in environmental geoscience utilizes an interdisciplinary
curriculum which will prepare graduates for careers involving the application of
geologic concepts to the solution of environmental problems. These problems include 1)
the protection of human health and natural ecosystems from adverse biochemical or
geochemical reactions to naturally occurring chemicals or to chemicals and chemical
compounds released into the environment by human activities, and 2) the protection of
life, safety and well-being of humans from geological processes such as floods,
earthquakes, and landslides through land-use planning. This area of emphasis in
environmental geoscience has been developed to meet the increased demand for this sector
of employment. This area accounts for 30% of all geoscientists who are currently employed
in the U.S. and is expected to expand by 21-35% by 2010.
The curriculum for the environmental geoscience area of emphasis (see p. 6-7 ) has been
developed in accordance with guidelines published by Environmental Geoscience Division
of AAPG, the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook (2002-2003), and with
input from the Department’s external advisory committee:
| Name |
Company/Agency |
Degree(s) |
Current Position |
| Steve Brewster |
U.S. Army Corp Engineers |
BS GLY, MU ('83) |
Chief of Geology |
| Charles Montgomery |
Triad, Inc |
BS GLY, MU ('92) |
Project Engineer |
| Todd Church |
URS Corp (Envir,Geotech) |
BS Earth Sc, Penn St |
Senior Hydrogeologist |
| Ed Rothman |
Columbia Natural Resources |
BS,MS WVU |
Geologist, Triana Energy |
| Kent Adkins |
Arcadis G&M |
BS GLY, MU ('85) |
Project Manager |
| George Jenkins |
WV Dept. of Envir Protection |
BS GLY, MS ES |
Head Geologist DEP/OMR |
Requirements for the Environmental Geoscience Area
of Emphasis:
English Composition/Communication 101, 102, 354, COMM 103(305).......9-12
Mathematics 132, 229, 225....................................................................8
Social Sciences GEO 320, 429, ECN 200 or 250, +3 Courses..................18
Literature..............................................................................................3
Classics/Philosophy/Religious Studies....................................................3
Natural Sciences IST 322, 323, CHM 211, 212, 217, 218, 327, PHY 201-204,
PS 410, GLY 200, 210L, 201, 211L, 212, 313, 314, 325, 421 or 423, 430, 451,
451L, 455, 455L, 456, 456L, 457, 425 491, 492........................................86
Environmental Geoscience Area of Emphasis: 2004-2008 Sample
| Fall 2004 |
Credits |
Spring 2005 |
Credits |
| ENG 101 |
3 |
ENG 102 |
3 |
| Classics/Phil/Religous Studies |
3 |
GEO 320 |
3 |
| MTH 132 |
5 |
COM 103 (proficiency) |
0-3 |
| GLY 200 |
3 |
GLY 201 |
3 |
| GLY 210L |
1 |
GLY 211L |
1 |
| |
|
Social Science |
3 |
| Total |
15 |
Total |
13-16 |
| Fall 2005 |
Credits |
Spring 2006 |
Credits |
| GLY 451, 451L |
3,1 |
GLY 456, 456L |
3,1 |
| CHM 211 |
3 |
CHM 212 |
3 |
| CHM 217 |
2 |
CHM 218 |
2 |
| PHY 201/203 |
4 |
PHY 202/204 |
4 |
| GLY 314 |
4 |
MTH 229 |
5 |
| Total |
17 |
Total |
18 |
| Fall 2006 |
Credits |
Spring 2007 |
Credits |
| GEO 429 |
3 |
Social Science |
3 |
| GLY 325 |
4 |
GLY 425 or IST 422 |
4 |
| GLY 313 |
4 |
Literature |
3 |
| GLY 457 |
3 |
GLY 430 |
4 |
| CHM 327 |
5 |
ENG 354 |
3 |
| Total |
19 |
Total |
17 |
| Fall 2007 |
Credits |
Spring 2008 |
Credits |
| GLY 423 |
4 |
MTH 225 or IST 423 |
3 |
| GLY 455, 455L |
3,1 |
GLY 491 or 492 |
2 |
| PS 410 |
4 |
Social Science |
3 |
| GLY 212 |
2 |
ECN 200 or 250 |
3 |
| IST 322 |
4 |
IST 323 |
4 |
| Total |
18 |
Total |
15 |
B.S. Degree, Major
in Geology
Programs of study offered by the Department
of Geology are designed for individuals seeking a career as an earth
scientist. The greatest numbers of geologists are employed by natural
resource industries. These include metallic and non-metallic mining
companies as well as petroleum, natural gas, and coal companies. New and
challenging careers have recently developed in environmental and
engineering geology. The majority of graduates in the past few years have
found employment with environmental and geotechnical companies. Other
employers include geological surveys, and local, state, and federal
regulatory agencies. Career opportunities in the teaching profession at
the high school and university level may also be available to those with
advanced degrees.
The Department of Geology offers 2 degree
programs (B.A. and B.S.) which have been recognized and approved by the
American Institute of Professional Geologists, a national organization
that certifies professional geologists.
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Geology is
designed for those who prefer greater curriculum flexibility, are less
certain of their career objectives, or who may wish to enter the teaching
profession at the junior high or high school level.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Geology
is intended for those who wish to directly enter the Geology/Earth Science
profession upon completion of the degree or wish to further their
education at the graduate level.
The department also offers a Bachelor of
Science in Geology with emphasis in engineering geology. This area of
specialization is one of several that can be pursued and has recently
developed as a formal program with its own specific curriculum. It has
been added in order to meet the increasing demand for geoscientists who
are trained in the acquisition, interpretation, and use of earth materials
(rock, soil, ground water) for the solution of engineering problems. The
program provides geologists with specific training that will enable them
to effectively interact with and support engineers. Its curriculum
involves a heavy emphasis of coursework in math, physics, and engineering,
and completion of a senior thesis. By completing this curriculum,
candidates would automatically complete the requirements for a minor in
engineering.
The department offers local and distant
field trips to provide experience in a variety of natural geological
settings. A wide range of coursework is available which can be tailored to
meet specific career tracks. Students also have ample opportunity to
participate in independent or cooperative research projects with faculty.
The Geology Department currently has a working arrangement with the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers which allows students to work part time at the
Corps while pursuing their degrees. Geology majors may also participate in
Marshall University’s cooperative program with the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers. A co-op student’s schedule is crafted by the Department of
Geology and the Division of the Corps that employs the student. Following
the first year,the student alternates semesters of coursework with
semesters of work experience. Completion of the cooperative program
normally takes five years.
High school students interested in geology
as a career option are advised to take one year of chemistry, one year of
physics or biology, and mathematics through at least geometry, algebra and
trigonometry. Courses in physical or earth science are also highly
recommended.
Requirements
All Majors:
Chemistry 211, 212; labs. 217, 218
Biology or Physics -4 hrs. -Biological Science 120 or PHY 201-202
Geology 110 (minimum B grade required) or 200, 210L, 201, 21IL, 212,
313, 314, 325, 430, 451, 451L, 491 and/or 492
Additional requirements for the B.A.
Degree Program:
7-8 additional hours of 300-400 level
Geology courses and Math 122 and 130, or Math 132.
Total Geology hours: 39-42
Additional requirements for the B.S.
Degree:
Math 229; recommended: Mathematics 230,
231 - especially for those planning graduate work.
Biology or Physics -4 hrs. (Total: 8 hrs.) Biological Science 120
and/or 121 and/or Physics 201-203 and/or 202-204
Geology 421 or 423; plus an additional 11-12 hours selected from GLY
418, 421, 422, 423, 425, 426, 427, 455 and 455L, 456 and 456L, 457.
Total Geology hours: 47-50, depending on course selection
Elective Courses: Geology 280, 281, 282, 283, 410, 485, 486, 487, 488.
GLY 485-488 may be substituted for required choices with approval from
the Chairman of the Department of Geology.
Requirements for Engineering
Geology area of emphasis:
Mathematics 229, 230,
231............................... 13
Chemistry 211, 212, 217, 218 ........................... 10
Physics 211, 212 (or 202), 213, 214 (or 204) ...... 10
Geology 200, 210L, 201, 211L, 212, 313, 314, 325, 430, 451, 451L, 455,
455L, 456, 456L, 457; 421 or 423;
.................................................................. 4
4 hours from 491 and/or 492 ................................4
Engineering Mechanics 213, 215, 216, 280, 285 ..14
General Mechanics 107 ...................................... 2
English: 101 & 102 , 354 .................................... 9
Communication Studies 103 or 104H or 305 or proficiency
..................................................... 0-3
Literature courses to be selected from: ................3
Classics 230, 231, 232, 233
English - any 300 or 400 level literature course, except ENG 354
French 317, 318, 401, 402, 403, 404
German 301, 302, 417, 418
Latin - any 300 or 400 level course
Religious Studies 202, 304, 310, 320, 325, 351
Spanish 318, 319, 321, 402, 403
Classics/Philosophy or Religious Studies
.......... 2-3
Classics - any course except 230, 231,
232, 233
Philosophy - any course
Religious Studies - any course except Honors
Social
Sciences:............................................... 15
Economics - any course
Geography 100, 203
History - any course
Political Science - any course
Psychology - any course with proper prerequisite except 233 and 417
Sociology/Anthropology - any course with proper prerequisite except
SOC 344, 345 and 445
A total of 16 hours of engineering
coursework is required. Other engineering courses may be substituted
(maximum of 7 hours) for the required ones where deemed appropriate by
the Geology and Engineering Department Chairs.
The engineering geology area of emphasis
will require 4 hours of capstone experience (GLY 491 and/or 492) which
will be devoted to a senior thesis or an internship. This will involve a
research project that will involve the acquisition, analysis, and
interpretation of data related to any topic within the scope of
engineering geology. A written thesis and oral defense will be required
which will need the approval by a majority of geology faculty, including
the student’s thesis director.
Minor in Geology
The Department of Geology awards a minor
in geology to any student who has successfully complete, with at least a
C average, 12 hours of Geology coursework. At least 9 hours must be in
courses at the 200 level or above.
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