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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: GEL 302 or instructor ? permission. Covers the principles of paleontology and the study of fossils including facies and index fossils, environmental control of species morphology, the basis of taxonomy, general biostratigraphic concepts and practices, and the use of fossils in the economic and scientific world. Presents various invertebrate and vertebrate groups as examples of the concepts. 4 Cr. Even Fall
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: GEL 201, CHM 205 and CHM 206. Introduces the structure and properties of mineral materials with emphasis on principles of bonding, crystal chemistry, crystal symmetry and morphology. Covers composition, atomic arrangement, identification and classification of major mineral groups, their geologic occurrences, and their role in understanding the rock record. Focuses in laboratories on physical and chemical properties of minerals, and suites of minerals found in common rocks. Requires weekend field trip. 4 Cr.
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3.00 Credits
Examines the significance of energy and mineral resources to modern social, economic, and political forces. Covers current issues involving energy and mineral resources through local to global case studies. Requires participants to discuss perspectives on energy and mineral resource development and exploitation, present use and management, and alternatives to current utilization practices. Does not apply to the earth science major. 3 Cr. Even Spring
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: GEL 201 and GEL 415, or instructor ? permission. Explores human interaction with the geologic environment; response of land and water systems; strategies of mitigation and management; emphasis on recognizing natural system behavior; developing solutions to current environmental questions. 3 Cr. Odd Spring
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
To be defined in consultation with the instructor-sponsor and in accordance with the procedures of the Office of Academic Advisement prior to registration. 1-3 Cr. By Arrangement
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: GEL 302, ESC 350 and ESC 391 or instructor ? permission. Covers the principles of mechanical behavior of rocks during deformation; theories of origin of major and minor rock structures (folds, faults, rock cleavage, etc.) and their relationships to each other; and plate tectonics models for some major crustal structures. Emphasizes techniques of analyzing and solving three-dimensional problems, and gathering structural data in the field. Requires a weekend field trip and report. 4 Cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: ESC 350, ESC 391 and GEL 302. Covers the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of sedimentary materials; sedimentary environments and geologic time; and the application of stratigraphic principles to a variety of problems involving sedimentary rocks in the geologic record. Employs techniques and instruments used in stratigraphy and sedimentology. 4 Cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: GEL 201, ESC 350 and ESC 391. Covers the surface features of Earth and their origin. Emphasizes processes, both internal and external, which interact to produce landforms. Stresses an analytical approach to the formulation of valid inferences based on accurate observations. 4 Cr.
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3.00 Credits
Cross-listed as CHM 457. Prerequisites: CHM 205, CHM 206 and GEL 201. Course fee. Applies basic chemical principles of thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibrium to the investigation of common geologic problems ranging from the crystallization of silicate melts to surface reactions on soil minerals. Focuses on laboratory exercises on application of good laboratory practices to wet chemical and instrumental techniques involving geologic materials. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. 4 Cr.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: GEL 201, ESC 350, ESC 391 and MTH 201. Studies groundwater; and its occurrence, movement and use, and its place in the hydrologic cycle. Examines the origin of aquifers, use and effects of wells, and water quality and groundwater problems. Laboratory focuses on practical application of principles to solving hydrogeologic problems. 4 Cr.
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