Minor in Geology
Completion of a minimum of 20 units from Geology Department courses will constitute a minor in geology. Six of the 20 units must be upper-division. Students should consult with an advisor in the Geology Department regarding required courses.
See Geology catalog for more information
The table below shows our recommended coursework for a Minor in Geology.
| Course Name | Units |
|---|---|
| GEOL 102: Our Dynamic Earth | 3 |
| GEOL 105: The Age of Dinosaurs | 3 |
| GEOL 110: Natural Disasters | 3 |
| GEOL 301: Natural History of the Hawaiian Islands | 3 |
| GEOL 302: Geology of Climate Change | 3 |
| GEOL 303: Advanced Principles of Geology*** | 4*** |
| GEOL 304: Geologic Mapping & Report Writing*** | 1*** |
| TOTAL UNITS FOR GRADUATION | 20 |
*** indicates highly recommended upper division courses