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3.00 Credits
This course will provide students with an introductory, inquiry-based learning experience that focuses on the application of field methods for understanding surface and subsurface earth processes and environmental issues. Students will collect field data at off-campus sites, conduct periodic monitoring, and analyze samples using departmental Instrumentation. Students will work on collaborative projects and will present their results. Class will meet at an off campus location during break (added cost) plus have four on campus meetings. Prerequisites: GEOLOGY 220 and GEOLOGY 220L or ENV-SCI 110R and ENV-SCI 110L 3 hrs
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An introduction to the role and scope of geological processes in the light of contemporary urban society. Lecture and discussion periods include topics such as air and water pollution, earth movements, waste disposal, mineral, energy and water resources, construction engineering, and effects caused by human activities. Three hours lecture, discussion per week. Semester offered: Fall and Winter 3 hrs
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4.00 Credits
Introduction to crystallography, mineral chemistry and the systematic classification and identification of minerals. Prerequisites: GEOLOGY 220 and CHEM 212R. Three hour lecture and discussion with two hours laboratory a week. Fall. 4 hrs
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the history of life by studying the geologic record. Students will examine major features of the fossil record including: invertebrates, vertebrates, and plants. Students explore what the fossil record tells us about geologic time, evolution, past environments and distributions of organisms. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory a week. The course will include field trips to collect and interpret fossils and paleoenvironments. Prerequisites: None Offered: Winter 4 hrs
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3.00 Credits
Explores the processes that shape the earth's surface. Focuses on the development and description of fluvial, glacial, eolian, and coastal landforms. Studies the influence of tectonic and climatic factors. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Field trip. Prerequisite(s): ENV-SCI 110R; or GEOLOGY 220; Offered: On demand. 4 hrs
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3.00 Credits
Study of sedimentary rocks with special emphasis given to hand specimen identification based on mineral composition and textural features. Characteristics of sediments, transportation and environment of sediment deposition. Principles of stratigraphy, facies analysis and interpretation. Measurement and description of stratified rocks. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Field trips. Prerequisite: GEOLOGY 220 Offered: Fall 4 hrs
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3.00 Credits
Remarkable human achievements are revealed by archaeological research, but the human past was frequently shaped as well by disasters of natural and human origin. Drawing on case studies that include data from the geosciences, archaeological excavations, and historical sources, this class examines how earth processes, the biosphere, and human cultural behavior were all sources of catastrophe. We begin with the geological context of disaster, including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, climate change, and soil depletion. Next, we examine how ancient societies responded to disease, an ever present threat from the biological environment. Finally, we look at how ancient human groups were changed by stresses of cultural origin, including overpopulation, depletion of vital resources, and warfare. The study of ancient disasters not only gives us a wider understanding of human history, it may offer lessons for coping with future catastrophes. Also cross listed as CLASSICS 300CZ. Offered: Winter Semester 3 hrs
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3.00 Credits
Overview of issues in waste management. Nature and classification of waste. Municipal solid waste: disposal methods, design, construction and maintenance of sanitary landfills. Nature and sources of hazardous waste, storage, transportation, treatment and disposal of hazardous waste. Types and sources of nuclear waste; disposal of high level and low level nuclear wastes. Sources, nature, handling and disposal of biologic waste. Pollution prevention, recycling and resource conservation. Prerequisites: ENV-SCI110R, GEOG 150, GEOLOGY 220 or instructor's permission. Offered: On demand 3 hrs
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4.00 Credits
Introduction to the principles governing the classification, occurrence and origins of igneous and metamorphic rocks. Prerequisite: GEOLOGY 312. Three hours lecture and discussion with two hours laboratory a week. Winter. 4 hrs
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to teach students the basic techniques and approaches for problem solving in structural geology. The course will cover the fundamentals of crustal deformation and discuss joints, faulted and folded rocks in their plate tectonic context. Two hours of lectures and three hours of laboratory a week. Course will include local field trips and one weekend field trip. Prerequisite: GEOLOGY 220, PHYSICS 210 or PHYSICS 240. Offered: Winter 4 hrs
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