PhD Comprehensive Exam

6 credits

This course is required of all students registered in a PhD program and it must be completed within 16 months of beginning the program. The candidate's supervisory committee will examine the students knowledge in the area(s) of Geology related to the student's research. Students will submit a comprehensive research proposal which will form the basis for the oral examination. *Note: Students may receive credit for one of ESC 801 or GEOL 801.*