Geology 22W - Geological Problems and Opportunities in Urban Areas

Institution:

CUNY Brooklyn College

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Description:

2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory; 3 credits Geologic aspects of environmental problems and opportunities of urban areas: water supply, waste disposal, construction materials, foundations, ground stability, stream floods, and coastal processes. Geology and urban and regional planning. Geology and the origin, evolution, and future of cities. Laboratory work includes the construction and use of observational and judgmental maps.Writing-intensive course. Prerequisite: Geology 1, 2.2, and a minimum of 9 credits in geology courses numbered 10 or above; or permission of the chairperson.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.brooklyn.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 951-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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