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4.00 Credits
4 credits An introduction to geologic materials and processes which result in volcanism, plate tectonics, mountain formation, and glaciation. Investigations will include geologic time, the evolution of the earth, atmosphere, and climate, the structure and composition of the earth's interior, the rock cycle, and the dynamics of erosion, transport, and depo sition. Laboratories emphasize identification and characterization of rocks and minerals, plotting radioactive dating graphs, creation and interpreta tion of topographic maps, and telescopic observations of lunar and plan etary surfaces. One laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: MTH 1002A or 1014A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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4.00 Credits
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.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits This course provides an introduction to geographic information systems (GIS), including discussion of hardware and software operating systems, data structures, data acquisition, analytical techniques, models and implementation of procedures. Applications and validation will involve the technical aspects of GIS as a natural resource planning and management tool. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits An extension of discussions of meteorological phenomenon that assess the effects of Global Climate Change, this course will explore sev eral of the current topics involving the Earth's global climate. The topics will include the changing global climate, global warming (Greenhouse Effect), acid rain, ozone depletion and nuclear winter. The social, political and economic effects of the changes in our global environment will be examined. The policy options of governments will also be discussed. This course will explore environmental and earth science issues from the standpoint of the atmospheric scientist. Prerequisite: ESC 1010A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits This focus of this course is on the skills needed to solve environmen tal/ecological problems using real world problems such as the hydrologic and hydraulic aspects of ground water contamination. Students will be taught approaches to problem analysis and solution, with an emphasis on critical thinking, disciplined experimentation and attention to detail. Students will make both solo and collaborative efforts utilizing state-of the-art GIS technology and methodologies. The course will meet for one intensive session per week. Extensive work between meetings will be required. Prerequisite: ESC 1062A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits Increasingly, environmental impact analysis has been an important foundation for public and private development, as well as numerous plan ning decisions. In development disputes, the interaction between com munities and government and special interests and the private sector shape the fabric of neighborhoods, cities and regions throughout the world. For instance, the discovery of a historic burial ground results in redesigning a major federal building and center; an airline terminal at a major New York airport is designed in such a manner so as to protect, pre serve and eventually rehabilitate an older airline terminal that has been placed on the federal list of historic places; a dam is redesigned to protect endangered species; health effects of lead prompt new requirements for paint removal from bridges; etc. In this course, students obtain essential skills to critically read, review and write impact analysis documentation while learning to understand and balance environmental, social and eco nomic needs, and to comply with applicable law and regulations. Students will become familiar with elements that must be evaluated in actual impact statements such as land use, transportation/traffic, ecolo gy/natural resources, energy, historic, archaeological and cultural resources, water, air quality, environmental justice and cumulative impacts, etc., to name just a few. Prerequisite: ESC 2084A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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1.00 Credits
3 non-degree credits, 1 credit hour This elective ESL course will introduce students to the sound system of American English. Students will learn the phonetic alphabet in order to recognize contrasts between consonants and vowels. Emphasis will be on engaging students in practice conversations to help students speak clearly. The exercises will concentrate on stress, rhythm, and intonation of words and phrases. This course is open to any ESL student at the High Intermediate and Advanced Levels (Levels 3 & 4). Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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1.00 Credits
3 non-degree credits, 1 credit hour This elective ESL course is designed to provide students with more exposure to the rules of grammar of the English language. Students will review the rules governing verb tenses, prepositions, adjectives, and adverbs and continue with more complex sentence structure. This course will also introduce and explore the use of dependent clauses as a means of developing variety in sentence structure. It is the goal of this course to help students write more effectively in both formal and informal written communication in college and business settings. This course is open to any ESL student at the High Intermediate and Advanced Levels (Levels 3 & 4). Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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1.00 Credits
3 non-degree credits, 1 credit hour This course is an advanced speech communication course for ESL students. The principles and techniques taught here are similar to those practiced in a traditional public speaking class but they are designed to be more appropriate and relevant to non-native speakers of English. The main objective is to develop and improve the student's communication skills while also sharpening each student's ability to critically observe and evaluate the attempts of others to communicate. Since the primary focus will be on public speaking, this course is designed to allow each student ample opportunity to inform and persuade others. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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1.00 Credits
3 non-degree credits, 1 credit hour This advanced course will focus on writing research papers. Students will be guided through the research process and given clear guidelines and practice exercises in developing research skills. The course will also include instruction on electronic resources and citation as well as the use of MLA documentation. Research topics will include both argumentative and informative papers. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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