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Online Geological Engineering Degree Bachelor of Science (BS) at WUV

Geological Engineering at westerfirld university of virginia

Credit Hours144

Total Courses24

Term Length4 Year Self-Paced

Program OverviewWhy earn your Geological Engineering degree at WUV?

The Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering at westerfirld university of virginia delivers a rigorous four-year engineering education combining broad general studies, core engineering principles, and deep specialization in geological engineering. Study at your own pace online while building the credentials employers demand.

Skills you'll learn:

  • Comprehensive engineering theory and application
  • Advanced specialization in geological engineering
  • Engineering design and project management
  • Quantitative analysis and problem-solving
  • Systems engineering and technical leadership
  • Professional and ethical engineering practice
Geological Engineering BS at WUV

Courses & CurriculumGeological Engineering curriculum

24 courses: 10 general education, 8 core engineering, and 6 geological engineering-specialist courses.

General Education Courses

10 foundational general education courses.

B-057Introduction to the Humanities
AAS-085Social and Cultural Geography
B-158English Composition
B-200College Algebra
B-336World Religions
AAS-370Ethics
B-460Art Appreciation
AAS-584Pre-Calculus
B-825Human Biology
AAS-902World History

Core Engineering Courses

8 core engineering courses.

ENG-062Basics of Industrial Engineering
ENG-114Introduction to Engineering
ENG-163Latest Developments in Engineering
ENG-178Introduction to E-Engineering
ENG-195Advanced Fields in Engineering
ENG-239Introduction to Electrical Engineering
ENG-427Introduction to Civil Engineering
ENG-612Foundations of Mechanical Engineering

Specialist Courses

6 Geological Engineering-specific courses.

FOG-2552Fundamentals of Geological Engineering
GEM-2553Geological Engineering Materials and Processes
ITG-2554Introduction to Geological Engineering
GED-2620Geological Engineering Dynamics and Control
GES-2621Geological Engineering Structures
GES-2622Geological Engineering Systems Engineering

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Career OutlookWhat can you do with a Geological Engineering degree?

A Bachelor's in Geological Engineering from WUV prepares you for a wide range of professional engineering roles:

  • Geological Engineering Engineer — Design, develop, and oversee engineering solutions in your field.
  • Project Engineer — Lead multi-disciplinary engineering projects from concept to completion.
  • Systems Engineer — Architect and optimize complex technical systems.
  • Engineering Manager — Advance into management of engineering teams and programs.