Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Geosciences and a concentration in Environmental Geology is designed for students who (1) desire a strong liberal arts education with emphasis on environmental issues within the earth sciences, (2) wish to pursue a graduate degree in environmental geology, or (3) desire a professional or technical geoscience career. The Environmental Geology option has the same basic framework as the Geology concentration with a stronger emphasis on geologic hazards, ground-water and surface-water hydrology, biological systems, and environmental science. Recent graduates are attending graduate programs at major universities or have entered the work force as geological technicians or professional geologists.

Most classes have a strong field component so that students benefit from the diverse geological setting of the Grand Junction area. Equipment available includes hydrologic research equipment such as flow meters, stream tables, surveying equipment, and GPS units. Students engage in a capstone research project/thesis during their senior year that involves independent research and the completion of a professional report and presentation. This capstone experience develops professional skills and provides students with a portfolio of their work for future employers or graduate schools.

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What to Do with a Major?

All CMU baccalaureate graduates are expected to demonstrate proficiency in specialized knowledge/applied learning, quantitative fluency, communication fluency, critical thinking, personal and social responsibility, and information literacy. In addition to these campus-wide student learning outcomes, graduates of this major will be able to: