The field of geology encompasses many areas in addition to the petroleum industry, which is the area that most people normally associate with geology. It also encompasses mineral exploration, the study of landforms (geomorphology), environmental problems that are tied to geological aspects of the environment, geological hazards such as volcanoes, earthquakes, landslides and floods, and paleontology-the study of ancient life. As a result of this breadth, there are many career options available to geologists. This is reflected in the two degree plans that we offer. The first one, BS Plan I is geared toward those students wishing to pursue an industrial/professional career in geology or continue on to graduate school. This degree has been offered since 1983 and is intended to provide students with a solid background in the fundamentals of geology. For those students interested in becoming earth science teachers, they can pursue similar course-work under the BS Plan II. For a listing of the courses we offer, visit the course listing in the catalogue. The Geology Program has three full-time geology faculty members and one half-time position in both geology and geography.