ESC 1028A - Geology II

Institution:

Dowling College (Closed)

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4 credits Examination of the hydrogeology, geology, and geomorphology of Long Island. The south shore continental shelf, glacial outwash coastal plain, inland terminal morain, north shore glacial till coastline, formation of wetlands, barbuilt estuary systems, kettleholes, groundwater aquifers, and coastal processes, wave theory, erosion and deposition, fossils, soil. Geological principles are applied to environmental preservation and con servation of natural resources. In the laboratory, aerial photographs, geo logic maps, and field trips will be utilized to study some of Long Island's features. Trips to north and south shore mainland beaches, the barrier beach, kettleholes, and morains. One laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: ESC 1027A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.DOWLING.EDU

Phone Number:

(631) 244-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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