GEOL 333 - Environmental Geology

Institution:

Ramapo College of New Jersey

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Description:

This course studies the interactions between geology and the surface and near-surface environment. First we examine geologic resources such as water, soils, minerals, and energy; this section includes examination of current extraction as well as sustainability issues. The second part of the course concerns geological hazards, both generated in the earth's interior (earthquakes and volcanoes) and those acting on the Earth's surface (mass movement, flooding, and coastal hazards). Third, we examine the interplay between humans and the surface environment, in particular climate and hydrology. Finally we study some applications of environmental geology in society, including land use planning, waste disposal, and environmental laws and regulations. 0.000 TO 4.000 Credit Hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lab, Lecture Theoretical & Applied Science College Geology Department Course Attributes: WRITING INTENSIVE

Credits:

0.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ramapo.edu

Phone Number:

(201) 684-7500 ext 7500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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