University of Florida College of Liberal Arts and Sciences 10 courses 16-17 total credits
The Geological Sciences certificate offers coursework relevant to environmental policy and law, resource economics, teaching, regional planning, building construction, and related fields. The certificate program includes courses required to take the professional geologist licensure exam.
Required Courses
Also required: Approved electives (6 credits).
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GLY 2010C or GLY 2030C | Physical Geology or Environmental and Engineering Geology | 3-4 |
| GLY 3105C | Evolution of Earth and Life | 4 |
| GLY 3202C | Earth Materials | 3 |
| Total Required Courses | 16-17 credits | |
Approved Electives
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GLY 3163 | Geology American National Parks | 3 |
| GLY 3882C | Hydrogeology and Human Affairs | 3 |
| GLY 4155C | Geology of Florida | 3 |
| GLY 4552C | Sedimentary Geology | 4 |
| GLY 4700 | Geomorphology | 3 |
| GLY 4822 | Groundwater Geology | 3 |
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