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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Earth scientists are employed in many different areas. Some typical occupations are geologist, petroleum geologist, geophysicist, meteorologist, hydrologist and astronomer.
Federal projections indicate employment growth in the geological sciences will be as fast as the national average. Entry-level job opportunities may grow even faster as the employed population retires over the next decade. Federal spending will stimulate the greatest job growth in the areas of hazards, resources, environment, and information and data.
In almost all areas of earth science, a bachelor's degree is a minimum requirement. A graduate degree is often preferred. Most earth science degree programs require one year of calculus. Future earth scientists will need enhanced quantitative skills, computer literacy, and a solid grounding in the basic sciences such as physics and chemistry. Students of the earth sciences should be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing, and possess a deep appreciation of business economics.
Anyone can benefit from a study of the earth sciences, even if a job in the profession is not the goal. College of DuPage provides opportunities for students from the introductory to pre-professional levels. Relevant courses are available in introductory earth science, geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy.
Faculty Advisers
Natural and Applied Sciences Division
IC 3028
(630) 942-2010
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
The following files describe in detail the requirements for this program. They are portable document format (PDF) files that can be viewed and printed with free Adobe Acrobat Reader software. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer, you may download it here.
Please consult a faculty adviser listed below before beginning your coursework.
Degree
• Earth Science, Associate in Science
When planning your coursework, use the Student Planning Worksheet. Degree information and the worksheet can be found on the following files:
[Earth Science, A.S. Degree, PDF file]
[Student Planning Worksheet, PDF file]
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FACULTY ADVISERS
If you are considering this program as an area of study, consult with a faculty adviser in this field. To send an e-mail, click on the name of the adviser you wish to reach:
Location Phone Michael Cordonnier M 155C (630) 942-2643 Bill Hussong (Astronomy) M 155B (630) 942-2628 Joseph Filomena IC 1040B (630) 942-2029 Paul Sirvatka (Meteorology) M 149 (630) 942-2118 Diana Strode M 151B (630) 942-2547 Mark Sutherland IC 3029B (630) 942-2505
If you are unable to contact an adviser, messages may be left with the Natural and Applied Sciences Division, IC 3028, (630) 942-2010.
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