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  • EASC 455: Honors Thesis

    3.00 Credits
    Bridgewater State University

    Prerequisite: Open to earth science majors in the Commonwealth Honors Program or Departmental Honors Program and consent of instructor The honors thesis is the culmination of a student’s work in the honors program and consists of an advanced student-generated research project to be completed by taking the honors thesis for a total of six credits over two semesters. Students will meet regularly with their thesis adviser and the thesis is read for approval by the departmental Honors Committee or its designees. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits.
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  • EASC 460: Geophysics

    4.00 Credits
    Bridgewater State University

    Prerequisite: PHYS 182 or PHYS 244 In this course, students will apply physics to solve geological problems. Topics include seismology, the Earth’s gravitational and magnetic fields, heat flow, plate tectonics and the internal structure of the Earth. The laboratory involves problem solving and field measurements using modern geophysical equipment to image the subsurface. Geophysical techniques relevant to oil, gas and mineral exploration as well as engineering and environmental applications are examined. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. Fall semester. (Formerly EASC 310)
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  • EASC 470: Paleontology

    4.00 Credits
    Bridgewater State University

    Prerequisite: EASC 370 This course includes a survey of the last 500 million years of the Earth’s fossil record. The most recent developments in the origin and diversification of the animal phyla are considered along with their environmental relationships. The laboratory sessions involve quantitative methods in the study of fossils. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. Spring semester. (Formerly EASC 475)
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  • EASC 471: Coastal Processes

    3.00 Credits
    Bridgewater State University

    Prerequisite: MATH 100; and EASC 100 or GEOG 121 The frequently complex fluid-solid interactions which result in erosion and deposition in coastal environments are developed in this course. Methods of measurement and prediction are presented. (Formerly EASC 380)
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  • EASC 480: Remote Sensing

    4.00 Credits
    Bridgewater State University

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor Remote sensing is the measurement and characterization of the earth using satellites and airborne platforms. This course covers the theory of remote sensing and the acquisition, analysis and interpretation of image data collected from the visible, infrared, microwave and thermal portions of the electromagnetic spectrum. Laboratory work will emphasize digital image processing of the surface environment using state-of-the-art image-analysis software. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. (Formerly EASC 317)
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  • EASC 485: Contaminant Hydrogeology

    3.00 Credits
    Bridgewater State University

    Prerequisite: EASC 240; and CHEM 132 or CHEM 142 The fate and transport of groundwater contaminants in various hydrogeologic regimes are presented in this course. Methods for conducting hydrogeologic investigations are discussed in detail. (Formerly EASC 440) May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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  • EASC 490: Field Methods in Geology

    4.00 Credits
    Bridgewater State University

    Prerequisite: EASC 350 and EASC 360 In this course, basic field techniques used by geologists to create geologic maps are introduced. An emphasis will be placed on the collection, processing, and interpretation of field data collected from study areas in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Students will be required to write formal geologic reports involving maps, cross-sections and supporting data. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. Spring semester.
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  • EASC 495: Research Methods in Geology

    3.00 Credits
    Bridgewater State University

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor In this course, students work as a research group on a semester-long project in the faculty member’s geological sub-discipline. Students will perform an extensive literature review, develop the methodology to answer the research question, participate in data collection and analysis, and communicate the research findings to the department and the wider university community. The opportunity also exists to present the research findings at a professional conference or in a scientific journal publication depending on the quality and significance of the results.
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  • EASC 496: Seminar in Geology

    1.00 Credits
    Bridgewater State University

    Prerequisite: Senior standing in geology, earth science or chemistry/geology This course focuses on the development of thought concerning current global models and/or continuing controversies in geology. One credit will be earned per semester for a total of two credits to be awarded at the end of the second semester. Fall semester. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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  • EASC 497: Research in Earth Science

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Bridgewater State University

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor In this course, students work independently on a research project in consultation with a faculty mentor. The project may be designed solely by the student or through discussions with the faculty mentor and culminates with a research paper. The course is intended for more advanced students who have completed course work related to the research project. This course may be repeated for up to six credits. Either semester.
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