College of Science

Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Geology - Engineering Geology Option

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1st year

Fall Semester

UNIV 1131/1101

GEOL 1301

MATH 1426

CHEM 1441

ENGL 1301

Spring Semester

CHEM 1442

GEOL 1302

MATH 2425

ENGL 1302

Summer (Optional)

HOURS 29

2nd year

Fall Semester

MATH 2326

PHYS 1444

CE 2311

HIST 1301

Spring Semester

PHYS 1443

CE 2313

CE 2221

HIST 1302

UTA CORE: SOCI. & BEHAV. SCIE.

Summer (Optional)

HOURS 28

3rd year

Fall Semester

GEOL 3443

POLS 2311

GEOL 2445

ADVISOR APPROVED CE, DATA, OR MATH ELECTIVES

Spring Semester

GEOL 3442

POLS 2312

ADVISOR APPROVED CE, DATA, OR MATH ELECTIVES

Summer (Optional)

GEOL 3387

GEOL 3388

HOURS 33

4th year

Fall Semester

GEOL 4420

GEOL 4352

ADVISOR APPROVED GEOL,

ENVR, DATA, CE ELECTIVES

Spring Semester

GEOL 4330

ADVISOR APPROVED GEOL,

ENVR, DATA, CE ELECTIVES

FOUNDATIONAL CORE

GENERAL ELECTIVE

HOURS 30

TOTAL DEGREE HOURS 120

Beginning the Journey

EDUCATE

Meet with your advisor and become familiar with requirements for your degree

Complete lower-division prerequisite courses

Learn about different degree options at https://catalog.uta.edu/science/earth/

ENGAGE

Complete UNIV 1301/1101

Join UTA student organizations such as Trekking Sigma Geologist

Sign up for the EES email list and attend department events, such as Friday noon Tech Session

EXCEL

Consider a GIS certificate, data science minor, or double majors

Trailblazing the Path

EDUCATE

Complete core degree courses

Meet with your advisor to review progress and start planning for degree completion

ENGAGE

Explore volunteer opportunities with EES graduate students and faculty

Subscribe to GSA's GeoCareers program

Develop leadership in student organizations

Apply for departmental and college scholarships

Visit UTA Career Development Center and meet with a counselor to explore potential careers for your degree

Discuss with faculty about research opportunities

EXCEL

Conduct undergraduate research with faculty on campus

Explore external research opportunities funded by NSF, GSA, UNAVCO, or national labs

Learn about graduate school application process and requirements

Destination Graduation

EDUCATE

Complete upper-division electives and minor requirements

Meet with your advisor to ensure degree completion

Apply for graduation

ENGAGE

Explore volunteer opportunities with EES graduate students and faculty

Explore summer intern opportunities

Research job opportunities and attend career fairs

Polish your resume and gain interview skills

Reflect on your education and career goals and add new skills if needed

EXCEL

Present research at UTA ACES, GSA, sectional or national or other meetings

Take GRE or MCAT and seek recommendation letters

Talk to potential thesis advisors in graduate schools

Polish your resume and gain interview skills

Apply to graduate schools

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Internships

Fellowships

Assistantships

Job fairs

Scholarships

Peer Academic Leadership

GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT

Global Grounds

Global Mavericks Program

International Week

Language Exchange Program

Study Abroad

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Mentorships

Student organizations

Peer education

Volunteering

Tutoring & coaching

Student Governance

ENGAGEMENT

UTA Volunteers

Camps for high school students

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

Undergraduate Research Assistantship

Contact your professors for opportunities

What career options do I have with this major?

Data Analyst

Geologist

Environmental Consultant

Geoscientist

Environmental Engineer

GIS Analyst

Environmental Scientist

Laboratory Technician

Field Engineer

Research Assistant

Field Geologist

Scientist

Field Technician

Workforce Skills

Critical Thinking: Analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems by using sound reasoning before forming a strategy, decision, or opinion.

Professionalism: Display effective work habits, high integrity, and ethical behavior. Possess the ability to demonstrate skills confidently and apply talents to achieve professional success.

Teamwork/Collaboration: Work within a team and foster collaborative relationships with peers and supervisors. Use interpersonal skills to demonstrate respect and dignity for others while working toward a common goal.

Career Readiness

Ability to Make Critical Observations of Geology and Environmental Features

Ability to Summarize Data and Field Observations into Report and Present Report to Professionals

Knowledge of Scientific and Engineering Principles from a Range of Disciplines Relevant to Geology the Environment

Perceiving Three-Dimensional Spaces and Forms

Producing Oral and Written Reports

Proficiency With Computers and Scientific Instruments

Solving Quantitative Problems

Working Independently

Conducting Scientific Research

Take Action

Explore workforce skill development through on and off-campus activities

Engage with the UTA Lockheed Martin Career Development Center at uta.edu/careers

Meet with a career consultant

Network with employers

Discover internships and co-ops

Apply for on-campus employment

Join Handshake, our career services platform

Participate in career development programs

In addition, students must complete a field camp experience within the department

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