1. Major Academic Plan (MAP)
Associate in Arts & Sciences
BA in Geology
(66 – 72 credits)
Department of Geology
College of Science, Health and Engineering
Why study geology?
Geology is the science of planet Earth. Geologists use elements of chemistry, physics, biology and mathematics in interpreting the evolution of the earth and its life forms. Applied geology addresses exploration of earth resources, environmental quality and hazards and practical understanding of the planet on which we live.
Other Degree Options
BS in Geology
BAE in Earth and Space Science, Secondary Education
Minor in Geology
Bachelor of Arts in Geology
Required Courses (31-37 credits)
GEOL 120 Physical Geology–The Solid Earth (5)
GEOL 121 Physical Geology–Surficial Processes (5)
GEOL 122 Historical Geology (5) GEOL 311 Earth Materials (4) GEOL 312 Crystallography and Optical Mineralogy (4)
GEOL 313 Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology (4)
GEOL 490 Senior Capstone: Geology Field Camp (10) Requires GEOL 430/431
or GEOL 490 Water and the West (4)
or GEOL 491 Senior Thesis (4)
Required Supporting Courses (10 credits)
CHEM 151 General Chemistry (5) CHEM 152 General Chemistry (5) Choose from one of the following supporting courses (5 credits)
BIOL 171 Biology I (5)
GEOG 328 Geographic Information Systems I (5)
GEOG 410 Geomorphology (5)
MATH 161 Calculus I (5) MATH 380 Elementary Probability and Statistics (5)
PHYS 131 Introductory Physics I (4) and PHYS 161 Mechanics Lab (1)
Elective Credits (20)
GEOL 320 Environmental Geology (4) GEOL 360 Geologic Hazards (4) GEOL 408 Invertebrate Paleontology (4)
GEOL 411 Sedimentology and Stratigraphy (4)
GEOL 430 Structural Geology I (4) GEOL 431 Structural Geology II (4) GEOL 470 Hydrogeology (4) GEOL 496 or GEOL 425 Geology field course or Eastern WA Geology, respectively (up to 5 credits)
Department Chair
Dr. Jennifer Thomson
SCI 134
Department Assistant
Carolyn Harbolt
SCI 130
Sample Careers
Park naturalist
Urban regional planner Geological technician

2. AA – DTA Degree Requirements with Suggested Classes that Fulfill EWU Prerequisites/Requirements
WENATCHEE VALLEY COLLEGE COURSE
E.W.U. COURSE EQUIVALENT
WRITING SKILLS (10 credits)
ENGL& 101 Composition: General (5)
ENGL 101 College Composition
ENGL 201 Comp.: Advanced Essay (5) or
ENGL 202 Comp.: Critical Analysis (5) or
ENGL 203 Comp.: Research (5)
ENGL 201 College Composition: Analysis/Research/Document (5)
QUANTITATIVE SKILLS (5 credits)
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5)
MATH 142 Precalculus II (5)
HUMANITIES (15 credits)
Consult your advisor for course options.
NATURAL SCIENCES (15 credits)
BIOL& 211 Majors Cellular (5)
BIOL 171 Biology I (5)
CHEM& 161 General Chemistry w/Lab I (5)
CHEM 151 General Chemistry (5)
MATH& 146 Introduction to Stats (5)
MATH 380 Elementary Probability and Statistics (5)
SOCIAL SCIENCES (15 credits)
ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS (30 credits)
CHEM& 162 General Chemistry w/Lab II (5)
CHEM 152 General Chemistry (5)
MATH& 151 Calculus I (5)
MATH 161 Calculus I (5)
PHYS& 114 General Physics I w/Lab (5)
PHYS 131 Introductory Mathematics (4)
PHYS 161 Mechanics Lab (1)
The courses listed below transfer to satisfy EWU Graduation Requirements and can be taken before or during the major programs:
Foreign Language Two full years of high school-level or one full year of college-level credit is required for graduation.
Cultural Diversity (one course)
ANTH 220 Cross-Cultural Studies (5)
CHST 112 Chicano Experience in Contemporary Society (5)
HIST& 219 Native American History (5)
SOC 135 Sociology of Women (5)
SOC 151 Sociology of Race and Ethnic Groups (5)
International Studies (one course)
HIST 174 Western World History – Latin America (5)
HIST 274 Eastern World History – East Asia (5)
PHIL 275 Comparative World Religions (5)
POLS& 203 International Relations (5)
SOC& 201 Social Problems (5)