地质学是研究行星地球，其组成，历史和结构的科学。地质学家将生物学，化学，工程学，数学和物理学结合在一起，研究了地球的自然环境。地质学家探索能源，矿产和水资源，并评估由于地震，洪水，山体滑坡，废物处置和火山喷发造成的潜在危害。地质学家还提供规划文化和工业发展，减少地质灾害，识别潜在资源以及协助设计废物处置设施所需的基本信息。地质学学士课程符合美国专业地质学家学会制定的课程标准，学生通过完成该专业的所有必修课程即可获得学士学位。要获得学士学位，学生还必须精通一种或多种外语。
Geology is the part of broader Earth Science that examines the solid Earth, its composition, history, structure, and how it interacts with the hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere.In this study of how Earth works, geoscientists integrate knowledge of biology, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, and physics. Geologists help us gain energy, mineral, and water resources and evaluate and mitigate hazards due to earthquakes, floods, landslides, and volcanic eruptions, as well as waste disposal and global environmental change.Students receive a BS by completing all required courses in the major. To receive a BA, students must also gain proficiency in one or more foreign languages.