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GEOL HI - Honors I in Geology
4 Semester Hours
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GEOL HII - Honors II in Geology
4 Semester Hours
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GEOL 1000 - The Physical Earth (with Lab)
4 Semester Hours
Study of the earth, including earth material properties, surface erosional; depositional processes,; earth interior processes
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GEOL 1200 - Geosystems (with lab)
4 Semester Hours
This course explores the fundamental characteristics of Earth’s major systems Emphasis is placed on identifying synergies between the atmosphere, hydrosphere,; lithosphere which combine to form the biosphere
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GEOL 1300 - Human & Nat Disasters (w lab)
4 Semester Hours
The study of earth resources, systems,; processes from a natural hazard perspective Primary focus is on geologic; climatic disasters, but where appropriate human; technological disasters will be investigated
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GEOL 1801 - Directed Study
1 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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GEOL 2000 - Plate Tect/Earth Hist (w lab)
4 Semester Hours
Study of successive events leading to the present configuration of the continental masses, the evolution; development of life,; the kinds; distribution of rocks; minerals, all viewed using the framework of the theory of plate tectonics
Prerequisites: GEOL 1000 , GEOL 1200 , or GEOL 1300
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GEOL 2100 - Hydrolog&Chem Nat Water w Lab
4 Semester Hours
A comprehensive study of the occurrence, distribution,; geochemical processes of natural waters Topics include: hydrologic cycle, Darcy’s Law, groundwater flow in confined; unconfined aquifers, stream flow, the effects of common forms of pollution on the natural system, current environmental regulations,; remediation technologies
Prerequisites: GEOL 1000 , GEOL 1200 , or GEOL 1300
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GEOL 2200 - Process Geomorphology (w lab)
4 Semester Hours
A comprehensive approach to studying the processes that shape Earth’s surface; the resulting landforms; their origin, evolution, form,; spatial distribution In this class, students will explore the Earth’s surface while applying two approaches: first a descriptive approach, in which landforms are considered as indicators of geologic age,; second, a quantitative analysis of landform morphology; field measurement of geomorphic processes
Prerequisites: GEOL 1000 , GEOL 1200 , or GEOL 1300
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GEOL 2750 - Special Topics
4 Semester Hours
This course addresses areas not covered in other courses. It may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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GEOL 2760 - Plate Techtonics/Earth History
4 Semester Hours
Study of successive events leading to the present configuration of the continental masses, the evolution; development of life,; the kinds; distribution of rocks; minerals, all viewed using the framework of the theory of plate tectonics
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GEOL 3000 - Sedimentary Geology (w lab)
4 Semester Hours
Rock sequences, lithologic; paleontologic facies of various parts of the United States,; basic sedimentological principles Field trips are required
Prerequisites: GEOL 2000
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GEOL 3100 - Solid Earth Geophysics w lab
4 Semester Hours
Introduction to the fundamentals of geophysics; geophysical exploration (controlled-source seismology, earthquake seismology, gravity, magnetics,; heat flow) Specific observations illustrate how each technique constrains certain aspects of the plate tectonic framework that is fundamental to the study of the earth
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GEOL 3200 - Subsurface Map/Res Eval w lab
4 Semester Hours
Discipline oriented objectives of this course aid in the interpretation; description of geologic features presented on maps; cross sections You will learn to analyze geologic data; construct maps,; cross sections that effectively illustrate the geologic condition represented by the data You will formulate credible reserve estimates for both petroleum; mineral prospects Additional components of this course include an introduction to geological information systems (GIS) software,; wire line logging techniques; interpretation
Prerequisites: GEOL 2000
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GEOL 3300 - Applied Geophysics (w lab)
4 Semester Hours
Application of near-surface geophysical methods to environmental; engineering problems (ground water, archaeology, earthquake hazards, etc) Geophysical methods discussed; demonstrated include seismic, electrical, gravity/magnetic, ground penetrating radar,; borehole geophysics Fieldwork required
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GEOL 3500 - Field Study in Geology
4 Semester Hours
Open to geology majors; some non-geology majors who are interested in field-study of geologic concepts; processes Requires consent of instructor to enroll
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GEOL 3510 - Yellowstone Field Study
4 Semester Hours
This course is designed to provide students with a field-based introduction to the Yellowstone region (Montana, Wyoming & Idaho) Students learn the tectonic; volcanic history of the Yellowstone Plateau,; observe the modern expression of this volcanic field in Yellowstone’s famed geysers; hot springs In addition, evidence of recent earthquakes is investigated; mapped Through various field exercises, students also examine stream processes; chemistry Requires consent of instructor to enroll
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GEOL 3520 - Earthquakes & Volcanoes Pacific NorthýWest
4 Semester Hours
Nowhere in the United States are the processes; products of plate tectonics more apparent than in the Cascadia region of the Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Northern California,; Washington) This course is designed to provide students with a field-based introduction to earthquakes; volcanic hazards of one of the most geologically interesting; beautiful areas of the United States Requires consent of instructor to enroll
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GEOL 3530 - Folded Rocks-Crossing the Appalachia
4 Semester Hours
This course is designed to provide students with a field-based introduction to the geology; geological history of the Appalachian Mountains In addition, the course will provide students with opportunities to observe; analyze earth materials; geologic processes in the field The course will begin with an overview of the tectonic; surficial processes of the southern Appalachians The middle section of the course will focus on the geology of the Blue Ridge province of the Appalachians Students will examine deformation associated with mountain building using various techniques in structural geology, including geologic mapping; cross-section preparation Through various field exercises, students will also investigate stream, mass wasting,; tectonic processes Requires consent of instructor to enroll
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GEOL 3750 - Special Topics
4 Semester Hours
This course addresses areas not covered in other courses. It may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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GEOL 3751 - Special Topics
1 Semester Hours
This course addresses areas not covered in other courses. It may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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GEOL 3752 - Special Topics
2 Semester Hours
This course addresses areas not covered in other courses. It may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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GEOL 3753 - Special Topics
3 Semester Hours
This course addresses areas not covered in other courses. It may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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GEOL 3800 - Directed Study
4 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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GEOL 3801 - Directed Study
1 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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GEOL 3802 - Directed Study
2 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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GEOL 3803 - Directed Study
3 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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GEOL 3901 - Junior Geology Seminar I
1 Semester Hours
The geology seminar series is designed to prepare the student for laboratory; field-based experiment formulation; design, research protocol, data interpretation,; presentatio results in an academic or professional manner, both in written; oral forms The seminar courses, while independendently focusing on specific objectives each semester, will occasionally hold joint meetings to cover special topics or listen to guest speakers
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GEOL 3911 - Junior Geology Seminar II
1 Semester Hours
The geology seminar series is designed to prepare the student for laboratory; field-based experiment formulation; design, research protocol, data interpretation,; presentatio results in an academic or professional manner, both in written; oral forms The seminar courses, while independendently focusing on specific objectives each semester, will occasionally hold joint meetings to cover special topics or listen to guest speakers
Prerequisites: GEOL 3901
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GEOL 4000 - Mineralogy & Petrology w lab
4 Semester Hours
This course will introduce the student to the concepts of mineralogy that are the basis for petrologic, geochemical,; economic investigations Identification of minerals in hand sample will aid in understanding the physical; chemical environments that promoted mineral genesis Discipline-specific skills developed include systematic analysis of minerals; mineral assemblages,; the association of mineral; chemical composition with the environment of formation Approximately one third of the course will focus on understanding the relationship between mineral assemblages; igneous; metamorphic rock identification, classification,; petrology
Prerequisites: GEOL 2000
Prerequisite/Corequisite: GEOL 2000
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GEOL 4200 - Structural Geology (w lab)
4 Semester Hours
Origin; classification of the structural features of the rocks comprising the earth’s crust Lab emphasizes various techniques of structural analysis
Prerequisites: GEOL 2000
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GEOL 4500 - Field Geology II
4 Semester Hours
Advanced training in the standard methods of geologic field work; an introduction to the regional geology Prerequisite: to be determined by the college or university offering the course, but should include previous field experience
Prerequisites: GEOL 2000 ; GEOL 3000 ;GEOL 4000 ; GEOL 4200 ; Previous Field Experience required
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GEOL 4701 - Undergraduate Research
1 Semester Hours
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GEOL 4750 - Special Topics
4 Semester Hours
This course addresses areas not covered in other courses. It may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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GEOL 4800 - Directed Study
4 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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GEOL 4921 - Senior Geology Seminar I
1 Semester Hours
The geology seminar series is designed to prepare the student for laboratory; field based experiment, formulation,; design, research protocol, data interpretation,; presentation of results in an academic or professional manner, both in written; oral forms The seminar courses, while independently focusing on specific objectives each semester, will occasionally hold joint meetings to cover special topics or listen to guest speakers
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GEOL 4931 - Senior Geology Seminar II
1 Semester Hours
The geology seminar series is designed to prepare the student for laboratory; field based experiment, formulation,; design, research protocol, data interpretation,; presentation of results in an academic or professional manner, both in written; oral forms The seminar courses, while independently focusing on specific objectives each semester, will occasionally hold joint meetings to cover special topics or listen to guest speakers
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