Science of Earth Systems Minor

Offered by the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

Contact: 2124 Snee Hall, (607) 255-5466, www.eas.cornell.edu

Students affiliated with all majors except Science of Earth Systems are eligible to participate.

Some of the major problems facing mankind in this century involve earth science, and the engineering workforce will be challenged to solve these problems. This minor will prepare engineering students to understand the natural operating systems of Earth and the tools and techniques used by earth scientists to understand and monitor these solid and fluid systems.

Academic standards: At least C– in each course in the minor. GPA ≥ 2.0 for all courses in the minor.

Requirements:

At least 18 credits, chosen as follows:

a. Required introductory course:

EAS 2250 - The Earth System (crosslisted)

b. At least two selections from the following options:

c. Additional EAS courses at the 3000 level or higher:

These may include, but are not limited to, additional courses from the above list, undergraduate research courses, and outdoor field courses.