276 Required Support Courses (31-35 credit hours) Chem PS/SI1210/SI1220 Principles of Chemistry (10) Comm HU1020 Principles of Public Speaking (3) Phsx PS/SI2010/SI2020 General Physics (8) & Phsx PS/SI2010L/SI2020L Lab (2) or Phsx PS/SI2210/SI2220 Physics for Scientists & Engineers (8) & Phsx PS/SI2210L/SI2220L Lab (2) either Math QL1050 & Math 1060 or Math QL1080 One of the following Botany LS/SIl 105 Micro LS/SI2054 ZoolLS1010 College Algebra (4) Trigonometry (3) Precalculus (5) Principles of Botany (5) Principles of Microbiology (4) Animal Biology (3) Recommended Support Courses Botany 3214 Soils (4) Geogr 3050 Weather & Climate (3) Geosci 3080 Water Resources (3) Geosci 3550 Sedimentology & Stratigraphy (4) Hist 3350 History & Philosophy of Science (3) Suggested Course Sequence The following suggested course sequence is provided to assist students in planning their schedules. Use this only as a guideline and be sure to consult with an advisor. Freshman Fall Geosci PS/SI1110 Geosci SI1120 Chem PS1210 Engl ENIOIO American Institutions Total Hours Sophomore Fall Geosci 1220 Math QL1080 Chem 1220 Engl EN2010 Total Hours Geosci 2050 Geosci PS1540/1550 Phsx PS/SI1030 ChFam SS1500 HU/CA Gen Ed Total Hours Junior Fall Geosci 3150 Geosci PS/SIl 130 LS Gen Ed Comm HU1020 Total Hours 15 >i!.s:.; . ■. ./ Geosci elective Phsx PS2010/L SS Gen Ed HU/CA Gen Ed Total Hours Senior Fall Geosci 4570 Educ 3260 Educ 3760 Educ 3780 Electives Total Hours 15 Phsx 2020/L Educ 3000 Educ 3100 Educ 3120 Educ 3140 Educ 3160 Total Hours Educ 4820 Educ 4880 Educ 4960 Educ 4980 Electives Total Hours Physical Science Composite Teaching Major BACHELOR DEGREE See the Department of Physics section of this catalog for program requirements. Geosciences » Program Prerequisite: Enroll in the General Honors Program and complete 8 hours of General Honors courses (see the Honors Program). » Grade Requirements: Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. » Credit Hour Requirements: Fulfill requirements for either the Earth Science Teaching Major, Applied Environmental Geosciences Major or Geology Major, of which at least 15 hours must be completed on an Honors basis. A student may receive Geology Honors credit in any course numbered 3000 and above with the exception of Geosci 4890 and 4950.* In addition, complete a Geology Honors Senior Thesis (Geosci 4970) for 2 credit hours. * Permission from the department chair should be sought before registering in a course for Honors credit. A written agreement should be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for Honors credit. (See the Honors Program.) Geology MINOR Advisor: Dr. Jeff Eaton, 801-626-6225 » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C-" or better in courses used toward the minor. » Credit Hour Requirements: Minimum of 19 credit hours in Geosciences courses. Course Requirements for Minor Geology Courses Required (12 credit hours) Geosci PS/SIl 110 Dynamic Earth: Physical Geology (3) Geosci SI1120 Physical Geology Laboratory (1) Geosci 1220 Historical Geology (4) Geosci 2050 Earth Materials (4) Geosciences Electives (minimum 7 credit hours) Select at least two classes from the following Geosci PS 15 40 Natural Disasters & the Geologic Environment (3) Geosci 1550 Environmental Geosciences Lab (1) Geosci 3060 Structural Geology (4) Geosci 3080 Water Resources (3) Geosci 3150 Geomorphology (4) Geosci 3180 Paleontology (4) Geosci 3550 Sedimentology & Stratigraphy (4) Geosci 4010 Ancient Environments & Paleoecology (3) Geology Advisor: Dr. Richard Ford, 801-626-6942 » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C-" or in courses used toward the minor. » Credit Hour Requirements: Minimum of 20 credit hours in Geosciences courses. Students who select the Geology Teaching Minor must satisfy the Teacher Education admission and certification requirements (see Teacher Education Department). Course Requirements for Minor Geosci SI1120 Geosci 1220 Geosci PS1540 Geosci 1550 Geosci 2050 Geosci 3150 Geology Courses Required (20-23 credit hours) Geosci PS/SIl 110 Dynamic Earth: Physical Geology (3) Physical Geology Laboratory (1) Historical Geology (4) Natural Disasters & the Geologic Environment (3) Environmental Geosciences Lab (1) Earth Materials (4) Geomorphology (4) If a student is not obtaining a teaching major in the sciences, then the following course is required Geosci 4570 Secondary School Science Teaching Methods (3) Any deviation from the above requirements must be approved by the department in advance. Geospatial Analysis MINOR Advisor: Dr. Danny M. Vaughn, 801-626-7954 » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in all courses used toward the minor (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable). » Credit Hour Requirements: Minimum of 20 credit hours. Course Requirements for Minor Geosciences Courses Required (20 credit hours) Geosci 3400 Geosci 4210 Geosci 4220 Geosci 4400 One of the following Geogr PS/SI1010 Geosci PS/SIl 110 Geosci PS1540 One of the following Geosci SI1120 Geosci 1550 Remote Sensing I (4) Intro to Computer Mapping & Geographic Info Systems (4) Technical & Applicational Issues in GIS (4) Remote Sensing II: Digital Image Processing (4) Natural Environments of the Earth (3) Dynamic Earth: Physical Geology (3) Natural Disasters & the Geologic Environment (3) Physical Geology Lab (1) Environmental Geosciences Lab (1) If any required courses for the Geospatial Analysis Minor are also required in a students major, then an elective of equivalent hours must be substituted. GEOSCIENCES COURSES Geosci PS/SI1030. Earthquakes and Volcanoes (3) Su, F, S The causes, distribution, and effects of earthquakes and volcanoes within the framework of global plate tectonics. Development of problem solving and analytical thinking skills are emphasized through homework assignments related to geologic processes. Three lectures per week. Geosci PS/SI1110. Dynamic Earth: Physical Geology (3) Su, F, S Fundamental principles of geology emphasizing physical aspects of the earth including earth materials, plate tectonics, and the effects of water, wind and ice on the earth's surface. Useful for all students, and recommended as the first geology course for students with majors/minors in geosciences, science teaching, archaeology, and pre-engineering. Three lectures per week. Optional field trip to observe local geologic features. 277 Geosci SI1120. Physical Geology Laboratory (1) F, S The study of minerals and rocks in hand specimens, as well as surficial processes of the earth revealed by topographic maps and air photos. One three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: Geosci PS/SIl 110 or Geogr PS/SI1010, or concurrent enrollment in either class. Geosci PS/SIl 130. Introduction to Meteorology (3) F, S Survey of atmospheric processes that create weather. Topics include solar radiation, temperature, moisture, pressure, wind, storm systems, weather forecasting, and air pollution. Problem solving skills and use of satellite imagery included. Three lectures per week. Geosci 1220. Historical Geology (4) S The history of the earth and the methods used to interpret this history. Short field trips required. Three lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: Geosci PS/SIl 110 and Geosci SI1120. Geosci PS/SI1350. Principles of Earth Science (3) F, S Overview of the earth's systems through the use of lecture, laboratory analysis, data collection, peer interaction groups, problem solving, and field experiences. Two lectures and one three-hour lab per week; several of the labs are field trips requiring an additional field trip fee. Recommended for Elementary Education majors. Geosci PS 1540. Natural Disasters and the Geologic Environment (3) F, S The scientific study of the interaction of humans and earth systems including topics of natural hazards and disasters; soil, water, energy and mineral resources; and issues of global change. Three lectures per week. Geosci 1550. Environmental Geosciences Laboratory (1) F, S Laboratory and field exercises involving analysis of geologic data related to environmental issues or problems. Application of the scientific method and development of basic computational and map interpretation skills will be stressed. One three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: Geosci PS1540, or concurrent enrollment. Geosci PS 1600. Dinosaurs and the Fossil Record (3) F An introduction to the nature of the fossil record and a review of the major events in the history of life, including the rise of dinosaurs and mass extinctions. A writing intensive course requiring a term paper using library resources Three lectures per week. Geosci 2050. Earth Materials (4) F An introduction to the origin, classification, and identification of minerals and rocks including topics related to crystallography, mineral chemistry, petrology, and the importance of mineral and rock resources to our society. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Geosci SI 1120 or permission of instructor. Geosci 2600. Laboratory Safety (1) F, S An interdisciplinary, team-taught course that will be an overview of the major chemical, biological and physical safety issues related to science laboratories and field work. Class will meet once per week and will be taught in a lecture/demonstration format. Geosci SI2750. Introduction to Oceanography (3) F Physical and biological processes in the oceans. Evolution of ocean basins and continental margins by plate tectonic processes, nature of currents, waves, and tides, biogeochemical cycles, and sedimentary processes in marine and shoreline environments. Three lectures per week. Prerequisites: GeosciPSlllO or Geogr PS/SI1010. 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