The Earth Science minor at NMU provides students with a thorough knowledge of Earth’s physical environment including its geology, weather and climate, astronomical relationships, and hydrology, as well as excellent field experience, locally and abroad.
For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences department page.
For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/geoscientists.htm
| Total Credits Required | 20 |
| GC 225 Introduction to Maps | 2 |
| GC 255 Physical Geology [SCII] | 4 |
| GC 385 Weather and Climate | 4 |
| GC 390 Oceanography | 2 |
| AS 103 Observational and Solar System Astronomy [QUAR] | 4 |
| Elective | 4 |
| Choose one course from the following: | |
| GC 202 Soils (4 cr.) | |
| GC 210 Earth Hazards (4 cr.) [SCII] | |
| GC 376 Field Geology (4 cr.) | |
| GC 365 Historical Geology (4 cr.) | |
| GC 370 Geomorphology (4 cr.) | |
Bulletin Year:
2023 - 2024 Undergraduate Bulletin