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Department of Geology
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| B.S. Degree in Geology (Secondary Education Track)
The Geology Curriculum - Secondary Education Track leads to a B.S. degree in Geology with special emphasis on course work that helps prepare the student for teaching at the secondary school level. Further coursework and student teaching are required for an education certification. This track also prepares the student for work as a geologist in government or industry, or for further graduate study, although students primarily intending to attend graduate school are advised to choose the Professional Track. Students seeking professional opportunities in secondary education are urged, also, to consult with advisors in the College of Education. Relative to the Professional Geology Track, in the Secondary Education Track, there is a reduction of two upper-level geology requirements, but the addition of two education courses and an option of an Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences or Astronomy course. Further coursework in education, (including student teaching) will be required in order to obtain Maryland State Teaching Certification. Although geology is by nature interdisciplinary, it is recommended that students consider taking additional courses in astronomy, biology, and the philosophy of science in order to add to their educational breadth. The Department also requires that to receive a degree in geology, students must have a C or better grade in the required geology courses, and C average or better in the supporting courses. CORE Program: 46 credits Departmental Requirements: 45/47 credits Supporting Requirements: 19/20 credits Education Requirements: 6 credits RESOURCES AND ANCILLARY PROGRAMS GEOLOGY COURSES:
Geology core: 41-43 credit hours SUPPORTING REQUIREMENTS
Supporting requirements: 23-24 credit hours EDUCATION COURSES Six credits chosen from the following:
Education requirements: 6 credit hours RECOMMENDED
Supporting requirements: 23-24 credit hours OTHER REGULAR GEOLOGY COURSE OFFERINGS
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