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Dept. of Geography, Geology and Anthropology
Indiana State University
159 Science Building
Terre Haute, IN 47809

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   812-237-2444
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CONSIDER GEOLOGY
AT INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY
 		  

    
Geology is the scientific study of the Earth, its composition, structure, natural resources, and history of the planet.  As the population of Earth continues to rise, there is an ever-increasing need for geologists to apply their expertise in evaluating and mitigating the impact of humans on their physical environment.  Since physical, chemical and biological processes govern our planet, geologist must have a broad and diverse background in the sciences.  At Indiana State University, students begin their professional careers by completing an integrated science program.  Armed with these tools, they can use their understanding of the environment to provide essential information for mitigating natural hazards;  securing natural resources; and establishing government policies for environmental protection, resource management, and public welfare.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM

The BS degree in geology is divided into three tracks: one emphasizing traditional studies in geology and two tracks emphasizing environmental studies.  Each track will prepare students for careers in the geoscience field or for graduate studies in geology.  Students may also complete a minor in geology.

Track A - General Geology
This track provides you with a broad background in geology and can be tailored to meet your specific interest.

Track B - Environmental Geology
This track is designed for students who wish to work as environmental geology/hydrogeologist in industry or for government agencies dealing with the distribution and quality of ground and surface water, pollution problems, waste disposal, and hazards such as flooding and erosion.

Track C - Surface Processes
Track C is designed for students wishing to pursue professional careers in the areas of land reclamation, surface water/soil/atmospheric contamination, and conservation of natural resources.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
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The core requirements for each track includes:

Required geology courses:
Intro. to Earth & Sky (GEOL 160/160L)
Historical Geology (GEOL 270)
Mineralogy (GEOL 380)
Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology (GEOL 382)
Structural Geology (GEOL 385)
Intro. to Field Geology (GEOL 389)
Sedimentology and Stratigraphy (GEOL 475)
Field Geology (GEOL 489)

Required chemistry courses:
General Chemistry I and Lab (CHEM 105/105L)
General Chemistry II and Lab (CHEM 106/106L)

Required math courses:
College Algebra and Trigonometry (MATH 115)
Calculus I (MATH 131)
Calculus II (MATH 132)

Required physics courses:
General Physics I  and Lab (PHYS 105/105L)
General Physics II and Lab (PHYS 106/106L)

Additional Requirements for Track A: General Geology

Geomorphology (GEOL 350)
Paleontology (GEOL 470)
Senior Seminar and Research (GEOL 499)
Electives in geology - 12 hours from geology courses at the 300-400 level

Additional Requirements for Track B: Environmental Geology

Groundwater Hydrology (GEOL 455)
Computer Methods in Geology (GEOL 488)
Electives – 16-17 hours from the following
            Oceanography (GEOL 361)
            Geochemistry (GEOL 381)
            Intro. to Hydrology (GEOL 454)
            Environmental Geology (GEOL 457)
            Geophysics (GEOL 486)
            Intro to Microbiology and Lab (LIFS 274/274L)
            Survey of Organic Chemistry (CHEM 250)
            Analytical Chemistry (CHEM 321)
            Organic Chemistry I and Lab (CHEM 351/351L)
            Organic Chemistry II and Lab (CHEM 352/352L)

Additional Requirements for Track C: Surface Processes

Groundwater Hydrology (GEOL 455)
Computer Methods in Geology (GEOL 488)
Electives – 16 hours from the following:
            Geomorphology (GEOL 350)
            Oceanography (GEOL 361)
            Basic Soil Mechanics (GEOL 453)
            Intro. to Hydrology (GEOL 454)
            Water and Environmental Health (GEOG 356)
            Fundamentals of Remote Sensing (GEOG 405)
            Remote Sensing: Image Development and                   Interpretation (GEOG 406)
            Conservation of Natural Resources (GEOG 411)
            Climatology (GEOG 416)
            Survey of Organic Chemistry (CHEM 250)
            Organic Chemistry I and Lab (CHEM 351/351L)
            Organic Chemistry II and Lab (CHEM 352/352L)
Requirements for Geology Minor
Introduction to Earth & Sky (GEOL 160)
Introduction to Earth & Sky Lab (GEOL 160L)
Historical Geology  (GEOL 270)
Mineralogy (GEOL 380)
Intro to Field Geology (GEOL 389)
Elective - 8 hours of Geology at the 300/400 level
 

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