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Twin Cities Campus
Geophysics B.S.Geop.
Geology & Geophysics
Institute of Technology
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Requirements for this program are current for Fall 2005.
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Required credits to graduate with this degree: 120.
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Required credits within the major: 52.
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This program requires summer terms.
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Degree: Bachelor of Science in Geophysics.
Geophysics is the study of the physical structure and properties of the Earth through application of the principles and techniques of classical physics. Major topics include the physical properties of rocks and minerals, the origin and dynamics of the Earth¿s gravity and magnetic fields, earthquakes and the propagation of waves in the Earth (seismology), and the dynamics of the Earth¿s crust, mantle, and deep interior.
Geologists and geophysicists are employed in a wide range of fields, including exploration for and development of natural resources (hydrocarbons, minerals, groundwater); environmental science; urban planning; education; and oceanography. Potential employers include the oil, gas, and minerals industries; environmental consultants; federal and private research institutions; universities; schools; and government agencies. An advanced degree is usually required for a career in research or teaching.
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Admission Requirements
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Students must complete 11 courses before admission to the program.
A GPA above 2.00 is preferred for the following:
2.5 for students transferring from outside the University.
Students interested in a geophysics major may want to consider taking Geology 1001, which can be counted as a geology elective.
For information about University of Minnesota admission requirements, visit the
Office of Admissions Web site.
Mathematics
MATH 1271 - Calculus I, MATH (4.0 cr)
or MATH 1371 - IT Calculus I, MATH (4.0 cr)
MATH 1272 - Calculus II (4.0 cr)
or MATH 1372 - IT Calculus II (4.0 cr)
MATH 2243 - Linear Algebra and Differential Equations (4.0 cr)
or MATH 2373 - IT Linear Algebra and Differential Equations (4.0 cr)
MATH 2263 - Multivariable Calculus (4.0 cr)
or MATH 2374 - IT Multivariable Calculus and Vector Analysis (4.0 cr)
Physical Sciences
CHEM 1021 - Chemical Principles I, ENVT, PHYS SCI/L (4.0 cr)
or CHEM 1031H - Honors Chemistry I, ENVT, PHYS SCI/L, H (4.0 cr)
CHEM 1022 - Chemical Principles II, PHYS SCI/L, ENVT (4.0 cr)
or CHEM 1032H - Honors Chemistry II, ENVT, PHYS SCI/L, H (4.0 cr)
PHYS 1301W - Introductory Physics for Science and Engineering I, PHYS SCI/L, WI (4.0 cr)
or PHYS 1401V - Honors Physics I, PHYS SCI/L, WI, H (4.0 cr)
PHYS 1302W - Introductory Physics for Science and Engineering II, PHYS SCI/L, WI (4.0 cr)
or PHYS 1402V - Honors Physics II, PHYS SCI/L, WI, H (4.0 cr)
PHYS 2303 - Physics III: Physics of Matter (4.0 cr)
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General Requirements
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All students are required to complete general University and college
requirements including writing and liberal education courses.
For more information about University-wide requirements, see the
liberal education requirements.
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Program Requirements
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Major Courses
GEO 2201 - Geodynamics I: The Solid Earth (4.0 cr)
GEO 2301 - Mineralogy (3.0 cr)
GEO 2302 - Petrology (3.0 cr)
GEO 2303W - Geochemical Principles, WI (3.0 cr)
GEO 3202 - Geodynamics II: The Fluid Earth (3.0 cr)
GEO 3401 - Geochronology and Earth History (3.0 cr)
GEO 3911 - Introductory Field Geology (4.0 cr)
GEO 4501 - Structural Geology (3.0 cr)
GEO 4911 - Advanced Field Geology (4.0 cr)
or GEO 4971W - Field Hydrogeology, WI (4.0 cr)
Take 2 or more course(s) from the following:
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GEO 3870 - Modeling Workshop (1.0 cr)
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GEO 3880 - Laboratory Workshop (1.0 cr)
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GEO 3890 - Field Workshop (1.0 cr)
Take 9 or more credit(s) from the following:
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GEO 4211 - Solid Earth Geophysics I (3.0 cr)
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GEO 4212 - Solid Earth Geophysics II (3.0 cr)
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GEO 4203 - Principles of Geophysical Exploration (3.0 cr)
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GEO 4204 - Geomagnetism and Paleomagnetism (3.0 cr)
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GEO 5203 - Mineral and Rock Physics (3.0 cr)
Electives
Take 9 additional credits of GEO courses, with no more than 4 credits of 1xxx and 3 credits of 2xxx.
Take 9 or more credit(s) from the following:
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GEO 1xxx
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GEO 2xxx
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GEO 3xxx
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GEO 4xxx
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GEO 5xxx
Technical Electives
Take 9 additional credits of math or science approved by adviser.
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Program Sub-plans
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A sub-plan is not required for this program.
Honors
This is an honors sub-plan.
For cum laude, students must complete a thesis and one honors experience and have a cumulative GPA of 3.50. To graduate magna cum laude, students must complete a thesis and two honors experiences and have a cumulative GPA of 3.66. For summa cum laude, students must complete a thesis and three honors experiences and have a cumulative GPA of 3.75. Consult an academic adviser for a list of possible honors experiences or to petition the department to approve an honors experience not listed. Honors
Honors Experience
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