Geology Minor

This minor is designed to improve students’ understanding of geologic processes and how these processes fit into environmental issues.  The program takes advantage of the unique natural setting of Colorado to allow students to deepen and expand their appreciation of nearly two billion years of local geologic history. The emphasis of the minor is the understanding of geologic processes that have shaped Colorado.

All courses in Core 1 and 2 are required for a minor in geology.

All courses in Core 1 must be completed before beginning Core 2.

Required classes total 16 credits.  One elective class, 3000 level or higher, must be completed after completed Core 2.  Students will have a total of 19-20 hours based on the student’s elective selection.