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  • GLS 160: The Earth's Surface Dii, q

    3.00 Credits
    Salem State University

    A description of landscape features on the surface of the Earth and their origins. The underlying structures and processes which help streams, wind, glacial ice, and gravitational movement to create the Earth as we see it will be central to the course. Three lecture hours per week. The course is designed primarily for non-geology majors and cannot be taken in lieu of GLS210. Prerequisite: GLS100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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  • GLS 170H: Honors Physical Geology w/ Lab Dii

    4.00 Credits
    Salem State University

    How does the Earth work? Why are the Rocky Mountains in the western U.S.? Why is Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park? Could there be volcanoes on the east coast? Could there be tsunamis? The answers to these questions and more are answered in this course which takes a web-enhanced, project-oriented approach to the study of the Earth. Three lecture hours and two hours of laboratory per week. Open only to Honors students. Not open to students who have received credit for GLS100. Satisfies Division II requirements of laboratory science sequence with GLS171H.
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  • GLS 171H: Honors Historical Geology Dii

    4.00 Credits
    Salem State University

    This course is a web-enhanced exploration of the fascinating and ever-changing evolution of the Earth and its inhabitants. The principles and techniques used to interpret the history of the earth will be practiced in lecture through the use of on-line preparatory exercises and assignments to take advantage of the excellent geological resources available on the Internet. In laboratory students will work with ancient rocks and fossils and geological maps to uncover the past. One weekend field trip required. Three lecture hours and two hours of laboratory per week. Open only to Honors students. Not open to students who have received credit for GLS201. Satisfies Division II laboratory science sequence with GLS170H. Prerequisite: GLS170H or permission of Department Chairperson.
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  • GLS 201: Historical Geology Dii, q

    4.00 Credits
    Salem State University

    Principles and techniques used to interpret the history of the earth. The origin and evolution of the earth, its atmosphere, oceans, plants and animals. In laboratory, students are acquainted with the use of geologic maps, sections and fossils. Three lecture hours and two hours of laboratory per week. Satisfies Distribution Division II science sequence requirement with GLS100. Prerequisite: GLS100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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  • GLS 208A: Geologic Map Preparation And Interpretation Dii, q

    3.00 Credits
    Salem State University

    Introduction to geologic map making and interpretation. This includes preparation and interpretation of topographic base maps and geologic maps from air photos and outcrop data. Special attention will be paid to the construction and interpretation of geologic cross sections. Occasional local field trips (may be during the school week or weekends) may be required. Not open to students who have received credit for GLS208. Two lecture and two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: GLS100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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  • GLS 210: Geomorphology Dii, q

    4.00 Credits
    Salem State University

    Experiential-based course that focuses on the role of structure, lithology and process in the evolution of landscape. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: GLS100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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  • GLS 212: Submarine Geology Dii, q

    3.00 Credits
    Salem State University

    Introduction to the geology and geophysics of the oceans emphasizing mechanisms and processes operating in the marine realm. A broad spectrum of marine geology subjects will be covered including the structure, geophysics, rocks, sediments, microfossils, stratigraphy, and history of the ocean basins and margins. Three lecture hours per week. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite: GLS100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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  • GLS 214: Coastal Geology Dii

    4.00 Credits
    Salem State University

    An analysis of factors that govern the morphology of coasts and beaches. A field oriented course designed to introduce students to introductory techniques dealing with field mapping, research, data collection and analysis while focusing on coastal changes and processes. Students will also learn relevant computer skills. Additional topics will include factors governing coastal morphology, coastal hazards related to erosion, and the effect of human intervention along the coast. Three lecture hours and three hours of field work and research per week. Offered alternate years. Limited to 15 students. Prerequisite: GLS201 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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  • GLS 215: Glacial And Quaternary Geology

    3.00 Credits
    Salem State University

    This course focuses on processes of glacial erosion and deposition and the glaciation of the Northeast. The distribution and character of glacial sediment so important to local hydrologic and coastal systems are studied in detail. Also included is an introduction to the geology of non-glaciated regions, such as the arid southwest. Three lecture hours per week and a weekend field trip. Offered alternate years. Limited to 15 students. Prerequisite: GLS201 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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  • GLS 221: Mineralogy Dii

    4.00 Credits
    Salem State University

    Mineral properties and occurrences, hand specimen mineralogy and optical mineralogy of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic minerals as well as symmetry, crystallography and atomic structure of minerals are covered in a project-oriented experiential format. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Local field trips either during the school week or on the weekend. Prerequisite: GLS100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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