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0.00 - 3.00 Credits
A survey of important geologic concepts relevant to current environmental issues. Emphasis is placed on geologic principles underlying problems related to water resources, pollution, natural hazards, waste disposal, energy and mineral resources, and on the scientific bases for current strategies proposed to limit adverse consequences of our impact on environmental systems. The geologic information bases available from governmental agencies are used to characterize and demonstrate practical problems for classroom exercises. Although not required, a general survey course in geology, physical geography, or high school earth science would provide an appropriate background. Credits: 3(3-0)Restrictions: Not to be taken as a normal elective for the Geological Sciences major except by special permission. Offered at least once yearly (every fall, some spring)
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3.00 Credits
Comparative geology of the terrestrial planets and major moons as currently revealed and documented by recent and ongoing NASA missions. Comparison of planetary objects less evolved than the Earth provides the means to understand the evolution of the Earth from a lifeless, cratered object to its present dynamic state. Studies of other solar system bodies with different evolutionary histories emphasize the unique position of Earth in our solar system. Coverage will include data from the Apollo missions to the present with an emphasis on solid planetary bodies. Prerequisite: 100-level lab science or earth science. Credits: 3(3-0)
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the study of oceans and the processes that operate in them. The material covered includes: 1) the configuration, origin, evolution and exploration of the ocean basins; 2) the origin and physical character of sea water and its influence on climate, food production and mineral resources; 3) the origin and interaction of waves, currents, tides and sediment; 4) the study of ocean margins including coastal processes, pollution, natural hazards and legal issue. Note: Not to be used for elective credit in the major except with Departmental permission. Credits: 3(3-0) Offered when demand is sufficient
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3.00 Credits
A systematic study of the important minerals with emphasis on their crystallography, descriptive mineralogy, crystal chemistry, phase relationships and associations. Lectures emphasize theoretical aspects of mineral studies, while the laboratory portion is devoted to the descriptive and practical. Prerequisites: GSCI 111 or permission of instructor. Credits: 3(2-2) Offered every fall
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3.00 Credits
The study of the natural history of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks, including their mineralogy, fabric, alteration and origin. Lectures emphasize theoretical aspects such as processes that affect the development of rocks and theories as to their origin. Laboratories emphasize the classification and identification of rocks in both hand sample and thin section. Prerequisites: GSCI 210. Credits: 3(2-2) Offered every spring
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3.00 Credits
An overview of current conventions and practices used in scientific and technical writing in the geosciences. The focus of the course will be on reading, writing, and critiquing various forms of scientific and technical writing for the purpose of assisting students in preparation for professional papers. In addition to appropriate aspects of language use and style, principles of preparing figures and tables will be discussed. The course is designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills to: 1)write in an accurate, precise, clear, concise, and effective style appropriate for their intended audience; and 2)recognize and rectify writing problems in their own work and in that of others. Prerequisites: GSCI 220. Credits: 3(2-2)
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3.00 Credits
The application of the basic principles of chemistry to the study of geologic processes. Topics include the origin and distribution of the chemical elements, the fundamentals of crystal chemistry, the important chemical reactions occurring in low-temperature aqueous solutions, and the construction and interpretation of mineral-stability diagrams. Prerequisites: GSCI 220, CHEM 125, and either CHEM 118 or CHEM 122, or permission of instructor. Credits: 3(3-0) Offered fall, odd years
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3.00 Credits
The study of the variations in the abundances of naturally occurring isotopes and their applications to problems in the geological sciences. Both stable and unstable isotopes are considered. Prerequisites: GSCI 220; CHEM 125, and either CHEM 118 or CHEM 122, or permission of instructor. Credits: 3(3- 0) Offered spring, odd years
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3.00 Credits
The description and interpretation of land forms. Consideration is given to the effects of rock structure, natural processes, and temporal changes in the evolution of the surface features of the Earth. (Field trips are sometimes conducted outside class hours.) Prerequisites: GSCI 112. Credits: 3(2-2) Offered every spring
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3.00 Credits
The origin, characteristics, processes and geologic effects of glaciers are considered. Worldwide evidence for glaciation from the geology of the continents and the ocean basins is examined with emphasis on the Pleistocene Epoch of North America. Aerial photographs and topographic maps, geologic maps and GIS software are used extensively in laboratory exercises. Field trips to glacial terrains in western New York are sometimes conducted during and outside of class hours. Prerequisites: GSCI 112. Credits: 3(2- 2) Offered spring, odd years
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