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Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2026
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EEPS 485 001 (CRN: 24688)
GEOSCIENTISTS ENERGY INDUSTRY
Long Title: THE ROLE OF GEOSCIENTISTS IN THE ENERGY INDUSTRY
Department: Earth/Environmnt/Planetary Sci
Instructor: Holley, Jennifer
Meeting: 4:15PM - 6:00PM R (12-JAN-2026 - 24-APR-2026)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 2
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Section Max Enrollment: 0 (permission required) Instructor Permission Required
Section Enrolled: 0
Total Cross-list Max Enrollment: 18
Total Cross-list Enrolled: 3
Enrollment data as of: 24-NOV-2025 3:06PM
Final Exam: Scheduled Final Exam-OTR Room
Description: This course will provide students with an understanding of the application and business impact of their work as a geoscientist in the energy industry and provide the link with their coursework to their day to day jobs in their industry careers. The goal is to prepare students for careers in the industry by providing insight and understanding of the broader energy industry, the skills and knowledge necessary for successful careers, as well as how projects are evaluated and executed from a business perspective. In addition, we will work on soft skills such as written/verbal communications and teamwork through class projects and discussions. Cross-list: EEPS 685. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for EEPS 485 if student has credit for EEPS 685. Repeatable for Credit.