Geology
When I moved out here to California, I became obsessed with geology. It’s impossible not to be interested in the earth if you live in a place like this.
– Jamaica Kincaid
The Geology Department offers earth science, geology, and oceanography courses for science and non-science majors.

What You’ll Study
- Physical Geology
 - Historical Geology
 - Earth Science for Teachers
 
- Geology of California
 - Natural Disasters
 - Oceanography
 
- Environmental Geology
 - Coastal Oceanography Field Studies
 - Physical Geology Field Lab
 
Catalog
Visit our catalog for more information about the degrees and certificates, courses, and program learning outcomes for students majoring in Geology.
Careers & Salary
Careers
- Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Science Teacher
 - Geoscientist
 - Hydrologist
 - Natural Science Manager
 
Salary
- Low: $45k
 - Average: $105k
 - High: $208k+
 
Faculty
- Victoria Castle
 - Kirk Domke
 
Adjunct Faculty
- Beverly Berekian
 - Doug Neves
 - Diana Pomeroy
 
Geology Department
Location: SEM – 149
T: (714) 484-7000 x48966
Department Chair: Michael Frey, mfrey@cypresscollege.edu

