Earth Science

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Thomas Fleming
CHAIRPERSON
Academic Science and Laboratory Building, #108A
(203) 392-5837 – Fax (203) 392-6885
flemingt1@SouthernCT.edu
Department Secretary: (203) 392-5835

Cynthia Coron, Professor
Thomas Fleming, Professor
James Fullmer, Associate Professor
Michael Knell, Assistant Professor

MAJOR IN EARTH SCIENCE

For students whose career interests are well-defined, the Earth Sciences Department offers major programs leading to the Bachelor of Science degree with concentrations in general earth science, environmental earth science, and geology. Programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree and the Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education are also available for students who have more general interests in earth science.

It is desirable that courses in chemistry, physics, and mathematics be completed in the freshman and sophomore years because they are prerequisites to several introductory earth science courses.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Earth Science:

General Earth Science Concentration

For students with broad interests in the earth sciences including geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy.

Geology Concentration

For students planning professional careers in geology or in environmental geology.

Environmental Earth Science Concentration

For students planning professional careers dealing with environmental concerns involving earth systems.

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Earth Science

Students who are interested in science and who wish to pursue a career in a field in which a scientific or technical background is necessary, but who do not want to follow one of the more specialized programs leading to the Bachelor of Science degree, may enroll in this program.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Secondary Education

For students planning professional careers in teaching grades 7-12. Students who successfully receive the B.S. degree and pass Praxis® II will be recommended for Initial Teaching Certification.

The specific professional requirements for Initial Teaching Certification in Connecticut are listed in the secondary education section of the School of Education.