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14.00 Credits
Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance. Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter. Instruction is by lecture/problemsolving, laboratory or a combination.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the interrelationship of geology and chemistry in the near surface environment. The course focuses on low temperature groundwater systems and geothermal fluids. Topics of discussion include the chemistry of meteoric and connate waters, application of EhpH and log fugacity of 02 diagrams to the modeling of aqueous fluids, stable isotopic fractionation in the hydrosphere, chemical reactions at the waterrock interface and dynamics of hydrothermal systems. 3 lectures/problems, one 3hour laboratory. Prerequisites: CHM 121/121L.
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4.00 Credits
Framework topics, such as atmospheric structure, composition, heating, pressure, humidity form the base upon which a processoriented semiquantitative, descriptive survey of major weather phenomena, including winds, clouds, precipitation, and storms is conducted. 4 lecture /discussions. Prerequisites: One GE course from each of the following Subareas: A1, A2, A3 and B1, B2, and B4. GE Synthesis course for Subarea B5.
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3.00 Credits
The physics of the solid Earth and its applications. The following topics will be discussed: the theory of plate tectonics; magnetics, seismology and gravity; radioactivity and heat; the deep interior of the Earth and physical processes of the mantle and core; applications to specific regions on Earth. Throughout the course, special attention will be given to new research results and the interpretation of actual data. 3 hours of lecture + 3 hours lab. Prerequisite: MAT 112.
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0.50 Credits
Practical techniques for converting traditional coordinatebased geoscience data into digital map layers. Digitizing methods applied to creation of geologic, hydrologic, meteorologic, and oceanographic maps. One hour lecture plus two 3hour laboratory sessions.
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0.50 Credits
Practical GIS methods for geologic map representation and quantitative analysis of realworld coordinatebased geoscience data. Manipulation and enhancement of digital data layers in contemporary drafting programs. Creation and interpretation of contour maps, isopach maps, and slope stability maps. Threedimensional analysis of borehole data; construction of cross section images. One hour lecture plus two 3hour laboratories.
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4.00 Credits
Sciencebased issues related to the oceanatmosphere system which directly impact Humankind are examined. Global environmental change, El Niño/ La Ni?a, ozone depletion, sea level changes, coastal development, alternative energy sources and satellite monitoring of earth are investigated. Four lecture/discussions per week. Prerequisites: One GE course from each of the following Subareas: A1, A2, A3 and B1, B2, B4. GE Synthesis course for Subarea B5.
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3.00 Credits
Fundamentals of geology applied to engineering problems. Includes rock types, structure, erosion, sedimentation, seismic explorations, rock/soil movements, and dam site evaluations. Individual and group study of selected engineering geology problems. Instruction is carried out in the field and laboratory. Laboratory fee is required. 3 hours lecture/discussion, 1 laboratory. Prerequisites: one course from each of the following Subareas: A1, A2, A3 and B1, B2, B4. GE Synthesis course for Subarea B5.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the modern geologic study of Earth surface processes and landforms. Geomorphic analysis of landscape evolution, dynamic equilibrium, and topographic response to tectonic and climatic forcing. Terrain analysis utilizing geomorphic field data, remote sensing imagery, and numerical models. Emphasis on practical applications to natural hazards and resource problems. Topics may include active tectonics, river systems, hill slopes, coastlines, glaciers, soils, wind, and climate change. This course includes 3 lecture discussions and 1 field laboratory (3 hrs.) per week. Required field trips during lab sessions and on at least one weekend. Prerequisite: GSC 111 or permission from instructor.
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1.00 Credits
The chemistry (primarily phase relationships) of the common rockforming minerals. The description, composition, texture and origin of the common rockforming minerals according to their optical properties as determined with the petrographic microscope. 2 lectures/problemsolving, 2 threehour laboratories. Prerequisite: GSC 215/215L.
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