Environmental & Geological Science

Studies the Earth's atmosphere, including weather patterns, climate change, air pollution, and atmospheric phenomena.

Plans and directs the protection and management of natural resources such as forests, wetlands, and wildlife habitats.

Studies the relationships between living organisms and their physical environment.

Uses principles of engineering, soil science, biology, and chemistry to improve the environment and protect public health.

Studies environmental problems and develops solutions for them. Assesses environmental impact and compliance.

Studies the solid Earth, the rocks of which it is composed, and the structures and processes which shape it.

Uses geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing data to analyze spatial patterns and relationships.

Studies the movement, distribution, and quality of water on Earth and other planets, including the water cycle, water resources, and environmental watershed sustainability.

Designs, plans, and supervises the extraction of minerals and other geological materials from the Earth.

Studies the physical, chemical, geological, and biological aspects of the oceans.

Applies geological and geophysical principles to explore for and extract oil and natural gas.

Studies soil, its formation, composition, and its relationship to plant life and environmental conditions.