College of the Sciences
Geology
Minor
Minor in Geology
The Geology minor allows you to pursue your interests within the courses in Geological Sciences and can be combined with virtually any other major.
It may be particularly useful for students in anthropology, aviation, business, economics, history, physics, supply chain management, and tourism. Plus, you can choose from a wide array of courses with signficant societal relvance incuding climate change, oceans and atmosphere, and water equity.
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What You'll Study
Academic Catalog | Geological Sciences Department
Courses
Introductory Geoscience
- GEOL 101 - Introduction to Geology
- SCED 102 - Integrated Earth and Space Science
Geoscience Breadth Courses
- GEOL 188 - Geology and Environmental Geology Field Trips
- GEOL 201 - Climate and Water
- GEOL 202 - Natural Hazards and Tectonics
- GEOL 203 - Earth History
Department-Approved Electives
- GEOL 210 - Introduction to Geologic Field Methods
- GEOL 302 - Oceans and Atmosphere
- GEOL 303 - Water Wars
- GEOL 320 - Rocks and Minerals
- GEOL 351 - Geology of the Pacific Northwest
- GEOL 370 - Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
- GEOL 371 - Paleobiology
- GEOL 377 - Regional Natural History
- GEOL 377LAB - Regional Natural History
- GEOL 382 - Earth Resources and Pollution
- GEOL 384 - Ocean, Atmosphere and Climate Interactions
- GEOL 386 - Geomorphology
- GEOL 388 - Field Trips
Field Trip
Choose the one-credit Geology and Environmental Geology Field Trips class to explore the rich landscape of central WA.
Relevant
Study the important topics of our time including climate change, water equity, and sustainability.
Location
Nestled in a geologically diverse region of Eastern Washington, CWU provides a unique advantage for hands-on learning through field trips and research projects, allowing you to study a wide range of geological phenomena.
Career-Focused
With a minor in geology, you will build a strong foundation in the Earth and environmental sciences, developing valuable skills that will fit a wide range of possible career paths.
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Why Study Geology at Central?
- Experience personalized guidance and mentorship from dedicated faculty in our close-knit department
- Accelerate your career with a high post-graduation employment rate, driven by strong demand in the field, while pursuing a meaningful career that brings about real-world changes
- Make a difference as a STEM teacher, inspiring future generations to practice sustainability and responsible resource management
