Undergraduate Programs
Chair: Qiaofeng (Robin) Zhang
Faculty: Casey, Cetin, El Masri, Hong, Ortmann, Stinchcomb, Venter, Zhang, Benson, Busby
Bachelor of Science in Earth and Environmental Sciences Tracks
Click the arrow for more informationEnvironmental Science
The Environmental Science Track emphasizes all-inclusive understanding of environmental
issues occurring at the local, national, and global level. Developing original solutions
to these problems requires making connections across many fields, including Geology,
Chemistry, Geography, and Biology.
Curriculum (pdf)
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University Studies Requirements (38-43 hrs) |
| Required Courses (52 hrs) ARC 150 Introduction to Archaeology ARC 320 Human Ecology BIO 103 Saving Planet Earth CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry ECO 231 Principles of Microeconomics EES 100T Transitions EES 101 The Earth and the Environment EES 110 World Geography EES 125 Weather and Climate EES 202 Introduction to Geographic Information Sciences EES 210 Hydrology EES 301 Understanding Scientific Communication EES 312 Introduction to Remote Sensing EES 336 Principles of Geomorphology EES 350 Field Techniques in Geosciences EES 424 Conservation and Environmental Geosciences |
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Required Limited Electives (6 hrs) |
| Collateral requirement (7-8 hrs) MAT 150 (or above) or STA 135 (or above) CSC 101 or CSC 199 |
| Unrestricted Electives (11-17 hrs) |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (120 hrs) |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Michelle Casey
mcasey5@murraystate.edu
270-809-2408
Earth Science Secondary Certification (Grades 8-12)
The Earth Science Secondary Certification Track is designed to prepare students who would like to be certified science teachers, particularly teaching in earth sciences.
Curriculum (pdf)
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University Studies Requirements (44 hrs) must include: Scientific Inquiry, Methodologies, and Quantitative SkillsEES 101 The Earth and the Environment EES 102 Earth through Time MAT 150 Algebra and Trigonometry Global Awareness, Cultural Diversity and the World’s Artistic Traditions EES 110 World Geography University Studies Electives ARC 150 Introduction to Archaeology CSC 101 Introduction to Problem Solving Using Computers Note: Certification requires a grade of B or better in one English composition course and a B or better in a University Studies math course and public speaking. Additional requirements for admission to teacher education and student teaching must be met. See advisor and/or Office of Teacher Education Services for details. |
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Required Courses (33 hrs) |
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Required Limited Electives (12 hrs) Biology BIO 101 Biological Concepts BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function BIO 222 Botany: Plant Form and Function Chemistry CHE 101 Consumer Chemistry CHE 105 Introductory Chemistry CHE 201 General College Chemistry CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis Physics PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion and PHY 236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light and PHY 256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Laboratory |
| Required for Secondary Certification (31 hrs) EDU 180 Exploring the Teaching Profession EDU 280 Educating for Human Development EDU 380 Inclusive Teaching of Diverse Learners EDU 480 Effective Pedagogy SEC 420 Practicum in Secondary Schools SEC 421 Student Teaching in the Secondary School SEC 422 Extended Practicum |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (120 hrs) |
| Earth Science Teaching Specialization (30 hrs) The teaching specialization in earth science is a path to secondary certification in earth science designed to accompany certification in another science content area (biology/chemistry/physics). All College of Education and Human Services secondary certification course requirements must be met. Note: Even though this program exceeds Murray State University’s requirements for an earth science minor, in order for a earth science minor to appear on a transcript, a minor must be declared, and all residential and graduation requirements must be met. Requirements for teacher certification are established by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board. Students are cautioned that changes in these requirements may occur. Therefore, for the most current information, students should check with an advisor in the College of Education and Human Services. AST 115 Introductory AstronomyAST 116 Introductory Astronomy Laboratory EES 101 The Earth and the Environment EES 102 Earth through Time EES 125 Weather and Climate EES 202 Introduction to Geographic Information Sciences EES 303 Introduction to Water Science EES 336 Principles of Geomorphology EES 339 Field Geology or EES 350 Field Techniques in Geosciences |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Sung-ho Hong
shong4@murraystate.edu
270-809-6319
Geology
The Geology Track emphasizes the study of geology to solve environmental problems,
such as knowledge and skills to understand earth surface processes and to manage geological
and hydrogeological resources such as fossil fuels, minerals, water and land.
Curriculum (pdf)
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University Studies Requirements (38-43 hrs) |
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Required Courses (46 hrs) |
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Required Limited Electives (12 hrs) |
| Collateral requirement (7-8 hrs) MAT 150 (or above) or STA 135 (or above) CSC 101 or CSC 199 |
| Unrestricted Electives (11-17 hrs) |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (120 hrs) |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Haluk Cetin
hcetin@murraystate.edu
270-809-2085
Archaeology
The archaeology track focuses on the study of human culture through the analysis of
material remains. Emphasis is placed on the diversity of human cultures, the theoretical
approaches to the study of culture, the relationship between humans and the natural
environment, and the methods that archaeologists use to reconstruct the past to better
understand our cultural heritage.
Curriculum (pdf)
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University Studies Requirements (38-43 hrs) recommended selection: Social and Self-Awareness and Responsible CitizenshipANT 140 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology |
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Required Courses (44 hrs) |
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Required Limited Electives (14 hrs) |
| Collateral requirement (7-8 hrs) MAT 150 (or above) or STA 135 (or above) CSC 101 or CSC 199 |
| Unrestricted Electives (11-17 hrs) |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (120 hrs) |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Anthony Ortmann
aortmann@murraystate.edu
270-809-6755
Geography and GIS
The Geography and GIS Track provides students with up-to-date training in the field
of geography and geospatial information science and technology, and prepares students
for further graduate studies or careers in a fast growing field with broad and multidisciplinary
applications of GIS that has penetrated every aspect of our daily lives.
Curriculum (pdf)
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University Studies Requirements (38-43 hrs) |
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Required Courses (44 hrs) |
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Required Limited Electives (14 hrs) |
| Collateral requirement (7-8 hrs) MAT 150 (or above) or STA 135 (or above) CSC 101 or CSC 199 |
| Unrestricted Electives (11-17 hrs) |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (120 hrs) |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Qiaofeng (Robin) Zhang
qzhang@murraystate.edu
270-809-6760
Minors
Click the arrow for more informationAnthropology
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| Required Courses (9 hrs) ANT 140 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology ANT 325 Biological Anthropology ARC 150 Introduction to Archaeology |
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Electives (12 hrs) |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (21 hrs) |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Anthony Ortmann
aortmann@murraystate.edu
270-809-6755
Archaeology
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| Required Courses (15 hrs) ARC 150 Introduction to Archaeology ARC 300 Archaeological Method and Theory ARC 302 Archaeological Field Work I ARC 304 Archaeological Laboratory Methods ARC 350 Public Archaeology |
| Electives (6 hrs) ARC 300-level or above |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (21 hrs) |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Anthony Ortmann
aortmann@murraystate.edu
270-809-6755
Earth Science
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Required Courses (15 hrs) |
| Electives (6 hrs) Six hours must be 300-level or above courses: AST 115 Introductory Astronomy |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (21 hrs) |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Sung-ho Hong
shong4@murraystate.edu
270-809-6319
Environmental Geology
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| Required Courses (12 hrs) EES 101 The Earth and the Environment EES 102 Earth Through Time EES 202 Introduction to Geographic Information Science |
| Electives (9 hrs) Chosen with the advice and consent of the advisor of the Geology Track. Six hours must be 300-level or above courses. |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (21 hrs) |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Haluk Cetin
hcetin@murraystate.edu
270-809-2085
Geographic Information Science (GIS)
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| Required Courses (14 hrs) EES 110 World Geography EES 125 Weather and Climate EES 202 Introduction to Geographic Information Science EES 305 Introduction to Cartography |
| Electives (7 hrs) Selected from the following: EES 312 Introduction to Remote Sensing EES 350 Field Techniques in Geosciences EES 507 Land Use Planning EES 512 Remote Sensing EES 521 Geographic Information Systems EES 522 Digital Cartography EES 591 Special Problems EES 592 Special Problems EES 593 Special Problems |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (21 hrs) |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Qiaofeng (Robin) Zhang
qzhang@murraystate.edu
270-809-6760
Social Science
Open only to majors in economics, geosciences, history, or political science who seek secondary certification in social studies.
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| Required Courses (18 hrs) ECO 231 Principles of Microeconomics EES 110 World Geography HIS 221 American Experience to 1865 HIS 222 American Experience Since 1865 POL 140 American National Government SOC 133 Introduction to Sociology |
| Electives (6 hrs) 300-level or above courses from the social science disciplines with approval of advisor |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (24 hrs) Requirements for certification for teaching secondary school social studies (Grades 8-12) through the College of Education must also be met. |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Qiaofeng (Robin) Zhang
qzhang@murraystate.edu
270-809-6760
Certificate
The certificate in GIScience program is designed to provide students fundamental knowledge of geographic information science necessary for today’s diverse array of fields and disciplines. The certification program will provide students experience in data collection, data management methods and techniques, data visualization, data analysis and interpretation, and the principles and techniques to remote sensing. Students will gain experience using industry standard hardware and software to develop a variety of projects and explore several GIScience applications.
How to Receive Certificate upon Completion
Click the arrow for more informationGeographic Information Science (GIS)
Curriculum (pdf)
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| Required Courses (12 hrs) EES 202 Introduction to Geographic Information Science EES 512 Remote Sensing EES 521 Geographic Information Systems |
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Electives (3 hrs) |
| Total Curriculum Requirements (15 hrs) A grade of C or better must be earned in all courses. |
Interested students should contact:
Dr. Qiaofeng (Robin) Zhang
qzhang@murraystate.edu
270-809-6760