Experiential Major Maps (Text-only)
College of Science
Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Geology -Professional Option
This is the text-only version of this Experiential Major Map (EMM). Please visit the EMM homepage for the full document.
1st year
Fall Semester
UNIV 1131/1101
GEOL 1301
MATH 1426
ENGL 1301
CHEM 1441
Spring Semester
GEOL 1302
MATH 2425
ENGL 1302
CHEM 1442
Summer (Optional)
HOURS 29
2nd year
Fall Semester
BIOL 1441
POLS 2311
PHYS 1441
GEOL2445
Spring Semester
BIOL 1442
PHYS 1442
POLS 2312
UTA CORE: CREATIVE ARTS
Summer (Optional)
HOURS 29
3rd year
Fall Semester
GEOL3441
GEOL3443
HIST1301
GEOL4330
Spring Semester
GEOL3442
GEOL 3446
HIST 1302
MINOR COURSE
Summer (Optional)
GEOL 3387
GEOL 3388
HOURS 34
4th year
Fall Semester
GEOL4454
ADVANCED GEOL ELECTIVE MINOR COURSE
UTA CORE: LANG., PHIL., & CULT UTA CORE: SOCI. & BEHAV. SCIE.
Spring Semester
ADVANCED GEOL ELECTIVE
MINOR COURSE
FOUNDATIONAL CORE
HOURS 28
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
Visit www.uta.edu/research/opportunities/undergraduate and discuss with faculty about research opportunities
Consider joining the Honors College
Consider a GIS certificate, data science minor, or double majors
Trailblazing the Path
EDUCATE
Focus on upper-division course sequence in your degree option
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
Visit UTA Career Development Center and meet with a counselor to explore potential careers for your degree
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 about 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 for recommendation letters
Talk to potential thesis advisors in graduate schools
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
Conducting Scientific Research
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
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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