Geological Sciences ,BS
Alternative Fuels, Astrobiologist, Astrobiology, Astronaut, Climate, Earth Science, Earthquakes, Ecology, Energy, Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental biotechnology, Experiments, Exploration, Explorer, Fossils, GIS, GPS, Gem, Gemology, Gemstone, Geochemist, Geochemistry, Geographical Information Systems, Geological Disasters, Geophysicist, Geophysics, Geoscience, Global Positioning Satellites, Hazards, Hydrogeology, Hydrology, Land, Meteorology, Mineralogist, Mines, Mining, Moon, Mountains, Natural Resources, Ocean, Oceanographer, Ore, Paleontologist, Petroleum, Planetary, Planetary Science, Planets, Rocks, Science, Scientist, Sea, Solar System, Space, Surface, Technology, Volcano, Volcanology, Water, geology, mars, minerals
Geological science is the study of the Earth and other planets and the processes that have shaped them since the origin of the solar system. Topics covered in geological sciences include:
- Earthquakes.
- Exploration of the sea floor.
- Fossils.
- Groundwater.
- Mountain building.
- Petroleum and ore deposits.
- Plate tectonics.
- The history of the Earth and planets.
- Volcanoes.
A B.S. in geological sciences from ASU provides students with a solid background, drawing upon the fields of chemistry, mathematics and physics. Students gain a strong understanding of field methods as well as modern computing, remote sensing and instrumentation. The modern geological scientist uses computers, satellites, high-tech instrumentation, field mapping and exploration to understand the natural environment and Earth's resources.
- College/school:
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 270 - Calc w/Analytic Geometry I
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
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Geological scientists are employed in jobs that range from the preservation of the environment to the discovery of natural resources on Earth and the exploration of the solar system and beyond. They work to understand the effects of natural and human processes on Earth. Careers in geological science usually involve a combination of field work, lab and computer analysis and writing. Many geologists work in private industry in the environmental, mining and energy fields. Others hold jobs in public agencies or universities, working on natural hazards, resources, research and informing the public. Work environments can vary widely, relating to such diverse settings as the deep ocean floor and the moon and planets. Geologists have the skills and knowledge to address major issues of global importance.
School of Earth and Space Exploration
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