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2.00 Credits
A central theme is crustal dynamics of orogenic belts, focusing upon the interrelationship between tectonics and sedimentation in modern and ancient foreland settings. Evolution of the modern Taiwan orogenic belt-foreland basin couple at the Eurasian-Philippine plate boundary is used as insight to understanding paleodynamics of our own Appalachian system. Field trip: Virginia/West Virginia. Credit: Two semester hours.
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2.00 Credits
An examination of the dependency between ancient depositional systems and present environmental geologic concerns using the Appalachian Plateau (Kentucky region) as a case example. Initial focus is upon deltaic and carbonate sedimentary processes and their genetic link to tectonics, paleoclimate, and paleo-sea level. The distribution of resultant sedimentary strata is then linked to present landforms, environmental resources (coal, oil, and gas, groundwater), geohazards, engineering practices and land use. Field trip: Kentucky-ancient delta systems and karst terrain. Credit: Two semester hours.
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2.00 Credits
An exploration of the relationship between geologic processes and the plate tectonics model as recorded in the rock record of north- central New Hampshire. Students examine: (1) evidence of sedimentation, metamorphism, deformation and magmatism in Paleozoic and Mesozoic rocks; and (2) how these rocks can be used to interpret the tectonic history of the region. Dominant geologic processes of the more recent Cenozoic Era (glaciation, rock/land slides, and acid rain neutralization) are also examined and discussed. Mandatory course field trip: White Mountains, New Hamphire. Credit: Two semester hours.
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4.00 Credits
A study of the surface of the Earth, processes that modify it, and principles governing their operation. Included in the course is the study of processes and landforms associated with weathering, streams, glaciers, coasts, and climatic change and groundwater. Laboratories emphasize field investigations, map and aerial photograph interpretation, and physical and computer models. Laboratory or field trip, one period. Prerequisite: Geology 108 or 110.
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4.00 Credits
(also listed as Environmental Science 330) An examination of climate change on Earth at a variety of scales and the implications of global climate change (both past and future) from a scientific perspective. The course is divided into two seven-week units. The first unit focuses on evidence in the geologic record that provides a history of climate change on Earth over the last 2 billion years. The second unit focuses on the record of changing atmospheric gas concentrations (e.g. greenhouse gases) during the last 150 years and examines the methods that scientists use to predict and address future climate change. A day-long field trip may be involved. Prerequisites: Geology 110 or 108 or Environmental Science 210.
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4.00 Credits
Principles of groundwater flow and physical properties of aquifers. The course combines both theoretical and applied approaches to the study of groundwater. Topics include: well construction and installation, characterization of subsurface hydraulic properties, groundwater flow, and contaminant transport processes. Course may involve a multi-day field trip. Laboratory, field work, or recitation, one period. Prerequisites: Geology 108 or 110; Math 160; Geology 230 is strongly recommended.
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4.00 Credits
Hydrodynamics of sediment movement, depositional products, and environmental systems as a basis for stratigraphic analysis. Also, detrital mineralogy and major sedimentary rock types in relation to basin type and tectonic setting. Laboratories include study of sedimentary structure sets from modern marine and variety of ancient environmental systems, some aspects of applied paleontology, petrographic analysis, and the field study of modern and ancient deposits. Laboratory, one period. Prerequisites: Geology 108 or 110, 120 or permission of the instructor.
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4.00 Credits
Rock deformation and tectonics of the Earth. Emphasizes geometric analysis and origin of secondary structures at microscopic-, outcrop-, and global-scales. Stress, strain, and material behavior are applied throughout the course. Topics include folding, fault systems, deformation mechanisms, kinematic analysis, interpretation of geologic maps and cross-sections, graphical and computer solutions of problems including the use of stereograms, and case studies of structural associations in mountain belts. Laboratory, one period. May include a multi-day field trip. Prerequisites: Geology 120 and FSGeo 201 or Geology 230 (may be taken concurrently with Geology 120). Offered alternate years.
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4.00 Credits
An examination of the chemical character and behavior of the near-surface environment. ? Students study analytical methods to characterize the chemistry of precipitation, surface/ground water, soils, and rocks. ? We examine the dominant chemical reactions between gas, liquid and solid phases on Earth and identify the products of these reactions. ? Course material is examined in the context of global geochemical cycling. ? Laboratory work, field work, or recitation, one period. Prerequisites: Chemistry 110 and 112.?Geology 250 is strongly recommended.
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4.00 Credits
(also listed as Environmental Science 521) Liaison: Professor O'Brien The experience involves participation in conducting hydrogeologic investigations and the preparation of groundwater-resource reports. The student must contract for credit. Prerequisite: Declaration of minor or a major in geology and completion of Geology 310 and 400.
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