HOURS
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.
GEOL 4330 Advisor Approved GEOL, ENVR, DATA, CE electives FOUNDATIONAL CORE General Elective
UNIV 1131/1101 GEOL 1301 MATH 1426 CHEM 1441 ENGL 1301
Summer (Optional)
GEOL 3443 POLS 2311 GEOL 2445 Advisor Approved CE, DATA, or MATH Electives
GEOL 3442 POLS 2312 Advisor Approved CE, DATA, or MATH Electives
CHEM 1442 GEOL 1302 MATH 2425 ENGL 1302
1st Year
33
GEOL 4420 GEOL 4352 Advisor Approved GEOL, ENVR, DATA, CE electives
3rd Year
plan for success
30
29
GEOL 3387 GEOL 3388
28
4th Year
120
2nd Year
TOTAL DEGREE HOURS
Beginning the Journey
Trailblazing the Path
Be Bold. Be Ambitious. Set Yourself Apart.
ENGAGE
global engagement
Visit www.uta.edu/reserach/opportunites/undergraduate and discuss with faculty about research opportunities Consider joining the Honors College Consider a GIS certificate, data science minor, or double majors
Complete UNIV 1301/1101 Join UTA student organizations, such as Trekking, Sigma Gamma Epsilon, America Association of Petroleum Geologist Sign up for the EES email list and attend department events, such as Friday noon Tech Session
Global Grounds Global Mavericks Program International Week Language Exchange Program Study Abroad
Destination Graduation
Complete core degree courses Meet with your advisor to review progress and start planning for degree completion
leadership development
Design your journey
community engagement
Maverick Advantage
Mentorships Student organizations Peer education Volunteering Tutoring & coaching Student Governance
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/
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
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
Career Development
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
undergraduate research
Service Learning UTA Volunteers Camps for high school students
Internships Fellowships Assistantships Job fairs Scholarships Peer Academic Leadership
Undergraduate Research Assistantship Contact your professors for opportunities
EDUCATE
Complete upper-division electives and minor requirements Meet with your advisor to ensure degree completion Apply for graduation
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 Polish your resume and gain interview skills Apply to graduate schools
Career Readiness
Workforce Skills
Explore workforce skill development through on and off-campus activities Engage with the UTA 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
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
Find your career
Take Action
Data Analyst Environmental Consultant Environmental Engineer Environmental Scientist Field Engineer Field Geologist Field Technician Geologist Geoscientist GIS Analyst Laboratory Technician Research Assistant Scientist
What career options do I have with this major?
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.
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