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4.00 Credits
4 Credits Math,Science,ENGR, & TECH Earth Science This course is an introduction to physical geology and a study of Earth materials and the physical processes that alter them over time. Topics covered include minerals; igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks; earth resources; plate tectonics; earthquakes; volcanism; weathering and erosion; streams; groundwater; glaciers and the Ice Age; desert landforms; and shoreline processes. In the laboratory, students learn to identify common minerals and rocks, to use topographic and geologic maps, and to recognize structures and landforms in the field. This course includes several local field trips during regular lab time and an all-day Saturday field trip. 3 hrs. lect.; 3 hrs. lab.
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4.00 Credits
4 Credits Math,Science,ENGR, & TECH Earth Science This course is an introduction to historical geology and a study of the origin and evolution of the Earth through geologic time. Topics covered include the geologic time scale; radioactive dating; sedimentary rocks and stratigraphy; fossils and the evolutions of life; the origin of the Earth's atmosphere, oceans, and lithosphere; plate tectonic processes; and a survey of significant geological and biological events during Earth's 4.6 billion-year history. In the laboratory, students study invertebrate fossils, learn to identify and correlate sedimentary rock formations, and study sedimentary rocks and fossils in the field. This course includes several local field trips during regular lab time and a Saturday field trip. Prerequisite or corequisite: ESC 102 or ESC 104. 3 hrs. lect.; 3 hrs. lab.
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3.00 Credits
3 Credits Math,Science,ENGR, & TECH Earth Science This course is an introduction to the science of meteorology. Topics include the composition and structure of the atmosphere; measuring and interpreting air temperature, pressure, and humidity; air masses and frontal systems; precipitation and storms; weather forecasting; weather's impact on humans; and global climate change. In the laboratory, students will learn to read and create weather maps, to obtain and use real-time weather data from the Internet, and to understand the problems associated with modern weather forecasting. 2 hrs. lect.; 2 hrs. lab.
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3.00 Credits
3 Credits Math,Science,ENGR, & TECH Earth Science Designed for the non-science major, this course provides an introduction to geology and the geological evolution of North America through a detailed examination of selected U.S. National Parks and Monuments. National Parks studied include the Grand Canyon, Zion, Canyonlands, Petrified Forest, Badlands, Mammoth Cave, Carlsbad Caverns, Acadia, Yosemite, Mt. Rainier, Crater Lake, Hawaii Volcanoes, Yellowstone, and Death Valley among others. In addition to learning about the geology of North America's National Parks, students will also gain an appreciation for the scenic beauty, natural resources, flora, and fauna preserved in these unique areas. 3 hrs. lect.
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4.00 Credits
4 Credits Math & Physical Sciences Earth Science This interdisciplinary survey course will examine the basic geological, chemical, physical, and biological aspects of the world's oceans and how these have changed over time. The role of the oceans in our lives and how our actions affect the health of the oceans will also be studied. SU 04
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3.00 Credits
3 Credits Math,Science,ENGR, & TECH Earth Science Relationships between humans and their environment are examined in this course. Topics include conservation of land, ocean, mineral, and energy resources; groundwater problems; air and water pollution; geologic hazards; hazardous waste disposal; and land-use planning. The course emphasizes Earth processes and resources that are important to human activities. This course will include a weekend field trip. 3 hrs. lect.
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3.00 Credits
3 Credits Math,Science,ENGR, & TECH Earth Science Students may conduct up to three credits of independent study in any area of the earth sciences under the direction of an Earth Science faculty member and approval of the chairperson of the Mathematics and Physical Sciences and Engineering department. Independent study will involve a literature search, the collection of field or laboratory data, and the presentation of a scientific paper at the end of the study. Students may take a maximum of three credits of Independent Study in Earth Science while at the College. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
3 Credits Math,Science,ENGR, & TECH Earth Science Field courses are intensive off-campus geologic studies of areas selected by student and instructor interest. Students may be required to pay additional fees for travel expenses and must consult with the instructor for details prior to registering for the course. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
3 Credits Math,Science,ENGR, & TECH Earth Science This course will examine the unique and often spectacular geology of New York State. Topics include a study of New York's geologic provinces, important rock formations exposed throughout the State, our important mineral resources, past life in New York as preserved in the fossil record, and a broad survey of our 1.3 billion-year geologic history. This course includes several local field trips held during regular class time and a required weekend field trip to the Adirondacks. Prerequisite or corequisite: ESC 102, ESC 104, or ESC 223. 3 hrs. lect. Field trip expense.
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4.00 Credits
4 Credits English,COM,For Lang, & PHI French An introductory course for beginners, Elementary French I uses a four-skills approach (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and emphasizes communication in French. Regular practice with language tapes and videos forms an integral part of the course. FRE 101 is not open to students with two or more years of high school French without advisement.
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