The University of Texas at Austin Jackson School of Geosciences 8 courses 16 total credits
The Sedimentology and Earth Surface Processes Minor provides a selection of courses that will establish an understanding of the processes that shape the Earth’s surface, the rock record results, and interactions with other systems over time. Students completing this minor will gain an understanding of the changing character of the surface environment of the Earth which is critical for understanding the past and future trajectories for life on Earth. Requirements are listed in the table below. Additional requirements may follow the table, so be sure to read the entire page. Some required courses listed below may also satisfy General Education requirements, including Core Curriculum. Students should also review the University's Undergraduate Minor and Certificate Requirements and Policies.
| College Requirements - Geosciences | credits |
| Undergraduate Minor and Certificate Requirements and Policies | credits |
Hours chosen from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEO 303 | Introduction to Geology | 3 |
OR
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEO 401 | Physical Geology | 4 |
| GEO 416E or GEO 416S | Solid Earth Processes or Earth and Planetary Processes Through Time | 4 |
Hours chosen from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEO 322J | Transitions in the History of Life | 3 |
| GEO 360G | Construction and Interpretations of 3-D Stratigraphy | 3 |
| GEO 365Q | Geomorphology Process and Form | 3 |
| GEO 369E | Evolution of Reef Ecosystems | 3 |
| Total | 9 credits | |
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