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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
A lecture and laboratory study to provide theoretical knowledge and practical field experience in surveying and mapping. Specific topics to be covered are: linear measurement, leveling, angular measurement, traverse surveys, record keeping, note reduction, office calculations and adjustments, and plotting a traverse. Field operations will constitute an essential part of the course. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MAT202N, MAT205 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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4.00 Credits
A lecture and laboratory study in advanced topics of surveying, a continuation of Surveying I. Specific topics to be covered are: geodetic and control surveys, topographic and hydrographic surveys, aerial surveys, photogrammetric applications, astronomical observations, coordinate systems, tacheometry, and horizontal and vertical curves. Field operations will be included. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: GLS372, MAT247 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the theory and practice of geophysical methods currently used to help solve environmental problems. Methods covered include seismic refraction and reflection, gravity, magnetic, electrical resistivity, electromagnetics, ground-penetrating radar, and radioactivity surveys. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week; occasional local field trips (may be during the school week or weekends) may be required. Prerequisites: GLS334, PHS211 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Field, laboratory and/or library research in the Earth Sciences. Independent study in the student's field of interest under the supervision of an appropriate faculty member. Prerequisites: GLS201 and permission of Department Chairperson.
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6.00 Credits
The application of geological field methods including mapping, structural interpretation, surveying, and stratigraphic section measurement and interpretation to the production of geological maps. Several projects stress environmental applications. This course is field based and requires the student to work outdoors at various sites on Cape Cod and the Yellowstone Plateau in Montana/Wyoming. Transportation to and from the field areas is provided, additional fee required for field expenses. This course is offered only through the Division of Continuing Education. Prerequisites: GLS341 and one other upper division (200-300-400) geology course or permission of Department Chairperson.
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2.00 Credits
Discussion of current and/or controversial topics in Earth Science and presentation of student reports on these matters. Two lecture/discussion hours per week. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing in Geological Sciences.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
A study/field course designed around a specific field experience. The course combines one to two weeks of class room lecture and laboratory work with a 1 week field trip to an area specific to the course content. Topic varies. May be repeated for credits with permission of the Department Chairperson. Field fee may be required.
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3.00 - 9.00 Credits
An academic work program under the auspices of various business, non-profit or governmental organizations in areas directly related to the student's area of academic interest in Earth Science. The student will gain practical field and/or laboratory experience. The internship must be coordinated by a faculty member working in conjunction with the chosen organization. Open only to Junior and Senior Geology majors. Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chairperson.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
The completion of a substantial research project on a geologic problem or topic under the supervision of an appropriate faculty member. Methods of research, organization, preparation, and presentation of data will be discussed, but the objective is a completed thesis by the student. Open only to Senior Geological Sciences majors by permission of Department Chairperson.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
A continuation of GLS500 for those students who wish to further pursue their geologic research, particularly in anticipation of publication. Prerequisites: GLS500 and permission of Department Chairperson.
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