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2018-2019 SUNY Potsdam Academic Catalog 
    
2018-2019 SUNY Potsdam Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Geology, B.S.


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The geology curriculum gives students an understanding of Earth history, the processes that shape our dynamic planet, and a geologic perspective on how to make human interactions with the planet clean, safe, and sustainable. The Bachelor of Science degree is designed for individuals who wish to pursue a career in geology, seek professional licensure, and/or pursue a graduate degree in geology. Students in this degree program must complete 33 credits of required core courses, five credits of a capstone experience, five credits of electives, and 23-24 credits of cognate sciences (typically a year of chemistry, calculus, and physics).

Program Requirements


Capstone Requirement: 5 Credits


Under advisement, two additional upper division courses may be substituted for the research/internship component

one or more of the following

  • 1-3 Credit(s)
  • INTD 491 - Geology Internship (variable credits)
  • A preapproved geology field camp (generally 4-6 credits; offered by other institutions)

Electives: 5 Credits


two or more of the following

Grade Requirements


Minimum grade of 2.0 is required for all courses in the major and for cognates. Students may not S/U geology courses.

Total Credit Hours Required: 43 Plus 23-24 Credits of Cognates


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