2022-2023 Academic Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2022-2023 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Earth and Environmental Sciences, BS


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Program Description:

Earth Sciences:

The Earth Sciences Concentration focuses on physical aspects of earth. This includes the processes that shape its surface (both land and water) and interior. This field is also known as geology. It focuses on current and past processes. Many professional earth scientists work to protect natural resources, including water and environments. Professional earth scientists also explore for new resources such as oil, gas, or minerals.

Environmental Sciences:

The Environmental Sciences Concentration focuses on the interactions of physical and biological processes. Students become confident in using both laboratory and field techniques. They also develop the ability to discuss environmental issues and policies with scientific and lay audiences. Courses in the concentration address complex environmental issues, such as water quality and the effects of climate change.  Many professional environmental scientists work to protect natural resources, including water and environments.

Program Learning Outcomes:

The Earth & Environmental Sciences B.S. and B.A. degree programs develop many skills:

  • solving problems using critical thinking
  • combining a range of sciences (chemistry, physics, biology and mathematics) in creatively solving practical problems
  • collaborating to complete projects with others
  • interpreting various types of information, including numbers, graphs, and text
  • presenting insights and information in writing and speaking

Career Opportunities:

The Earth & Environmental Sciences B.S. and B.A. degree programs are designed for students planning careers in fields such as environmental consulting or resource exploration. Other careers include public service within local, state, or federal regulatory agencies (EPA, Ohio EPA, county Departments of Health). They are also a choice for students planning graduate study in earth and environmental sciences.

For additional information:

Earth Sciences Concentration


Program Requirements:


I. Wright State Core: 40 Hours


Element 1: Communication: 6 Hours

Element 2: Mathematics: 4 Hours

Required

Element 3: Global Traditions: 6 Hours

Element 4: Arts and Humanities: 3 Hours

Element 5: Social Sciences: 6 Hours

Element 6: Natural Sciences: 8 Hours

Required

Additional Core Courses

Required

  • EES 2600 Credit Hour(s): 3

II. Departmental Core Requirements: 9 Hours


IV. Related Course Requirements: 36 Hours


V. General Electives: 4 Hours


Total: 120 Hours


Graduation Planning Strategy


The Graduation Planning Strategy (GPS) has been created to illustrate one option to complete degree requirements within a particular time frame. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to adjust this plan based on credit already earned, individual needs or curricular changes that may not be reflected in this year’s catalog.

Environmental Sciences Concentration


Program Requirements:


I. Wright State Core: 41 Hours


Element 1: Communication: 6 Hours

Element 2: Mathematics: 4 Hours

Required

Element 3: Global Traditions: 6 Hours

Element 4: Arts and Humanities: 3 Hours

Element 5: Social Sciences: 6 Hours

Element 6: Natural Sciences: 8 Hours

Required

Additional Core Courses: 8 Hours

Required

II. Departmental Core Requirements: 16 Hours


III. Departmental Requirements and Electives: 34 Hours


V. General Electives


Total: 120 Hours


Graduation Planning Strategy


The Graduation Planning Strategy (GPS) has been created to illustrate one option to complete degree requirements within a particular time frame. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to adjust this plan based on credit already earned, individual needs or curricular changes that may not be reflected in this year’s catalog.

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