For students planning to become secondary science teachers, this degree is certifiable
for teaching. Typically, students take general education and science classes until
they have completed approximately 60-70 credits. At that point, they apply for admission
to the Professional Program; once accepted to the program, they begin taking education
classes.
By the time of graduation, students will demonstrate proficiency in the following
areas:
- Scientific literacy: Students will be able to identify, analyze, and apply earth science
concepts, principles, laws, and theories.
- Ability to do science: Students will be able to interpret, analyze, and apply the
Scientific Method and other related inquiry related skills, as well as quantitative
methods, in the earth science lab.
- Communications: Students will be able to use oral and written communication to accurately
and effectively convey earth science concepts.
- Technology literacy: Students will be able to select and accurately use appropriate
tools, equipment, and technologies in the earth science lab.
- Research: Students will be able to locate, interpret, analyze, and/or conduct and
present earth science research.
