Geology (BS) - Environmental Geology 259C
The Bachelor of Science degree in Geology (non-teaching) with a concentration in Environmental Geology will provide a background for students who seek a career or graduate work in which they apply geological principles to the solution of environmental problems. Students in this degree track will study current earth processes and use analytical techniques that are applicable to measuring active systems, such as ground and surface water flow and chemistry.
Classes
Geology majors in the B.S. in Environmental Geology degree program must take courses in hydrogeology, engineering, and environmental geology, in addition to the core geology classes (Mineralogy, Petrology, Structural Geology, Sedimentology, etc.). They must also complete courses in biology, chemistry, physics, math, economics, and geography, among others. Field camp is not required for this concentration.
A Sample of Student Research Opportunities
Projects
- Hydrology and Chemistry of Boone Creek
- Near surface geophysical surveys of watersheds
- Transport of solids after waste releases in rivers
Personnel
Appalachian Geology faculty active in the Environmental Geosciences are listed below:
| Who | What | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Joey Anderson | Hydrogeology | North Carolina, South Carolina |
| Dr. Bill Anderson | Hydrogeology | North Carolina, England |
| Dr. Ellen Cowan | Sedimentary record of climate change, Geoarchaeology, Geomorphology | Alaska, Antarctica |
| Dr. Chuanhui Gu | Environmental Hydrology, Catchment Biogeochemistry | Virginia, California |
Resources
Prospective Students
Links for Introductory and Gen Ed Students
- Answersphere Tutoring Sessions
- List of Introductory Geology Courses for General Education
- General Education Checksheets
Links for Current Students and Advisors
- List of courses in the Geology Major
- Pre-requisite chart for Geology courses [PDF]
- Geology Student Handbook [PDF]
- Scholarships and Funding Opportunities
- Internships
- Degree Program Checksheets
Research and Facilities
- Faculty and Staff
- Research Programs
- Facilities and Instruments
- McKinney Teaching Museum
- Geology Department Van Schedule
Field Trip Information
Contact
Physical Address
Department of Geology
033 Rankin Science West
572 Rivers Street
Boone, NC 28608
Postal Address
Department of Geology
Appalachian State University
ASU Box 32067
Boone, NC 28608-2067
Phone: 828-262-3049
Fax: 828-262-6503
Chairperson:
Dr. Bill Anderson
andersonwp@appstate.edu
Ask-A-Geologist:
Anthony Love
loveab@appstate.edu
