GEOS 310 - Environmental Geology

Institution:

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Subject:

Geoscience

Description:

The study of human interactions with the earth from a geological perspective. An emphasis is placed on the scientific concepts necessary to understand these interactions, including groundwater flow, soil formation and destruction, waste disposal, geologic hazards, stream hydrology, climate change, and natural resources. Contemporary environmental issues are explored through primary scientific literature and news media. Includes field trips that may occur on weekends.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/27/2012 - 08/14/2015 09/01/2006 - 01/03/2013 

Institution Website:

www.iup.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 357-2100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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