This minor is designed for students interested in oceans, coastlines, and marine geology. This minor is ideal for students in geology, atmospheric science, environmental science, biology, chemistry, and geography, who are particularly interested in the oceans and their interactions with the solid earth and the atmosphere. It is also useful for students in other colleges such as business who regularly interact with the oceans via supply chain logistics.
Policies
Eight credits of coursework must be unique to the minor.
For policies governing all minors, see AP.5.3.4 Minors.
Minor Requirements
Total credits: 15-19
Students should refer to the Admissions & Policies tab for specific policies related to this program.
Students must successfully complete the following coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.00.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEOL 309 | Oceanography | 3 |
| or BIOL 309 | Oceanography | |
| or EVPP 309 | Oceanography | |
| Select four courses from the following: | 12-16 | |
| Physical Oceanography | ||
| Sedimentary Geology | ||
| Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology | ||
| Invertebrate Paleontology | ||
| Vertebrate Paleontology (Mason Core) | ||
| Coastal Morphology and Processes | ||
| Marine Geology | ||
| Geochemistry | ||
| Marine Ecology | ||
or EVPP 449 | Marine Ecology | |
| Total Credits | 15-19 | |