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  • GSC 321: Minerals and Rocks

    4.00 Credits
    Northland College

    Prerequisite: GSC 105 or GSC 120 The composition and occurrence of the common minerals and rocks which make up the earth. Topics include chemistry, structure, and importance of the rockforming minerals; and the origin and significance of different kinds of rocks. The emphasis is on identification of rocks in the field.
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  • GSC 324: Coastal Geology

    4.00 Credits
    Northland College

    Prerequisite: GSC 120 The study of physical and geological processes that control the formation and evolution of coasts; coastal morphology; classification; beach formation and evolution; human impact on coasts.
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  • GSC 360: Geology of the Lake Superior Region

    4.00 Credits
    Northland College

    Prerequisite: GSC 105 or GSC 120 Examines the history recorded in rocks spanning more than three billion years of history in the Lake Superior region. A combination of laboratory work and numerous field trips to spectacular geologic features provides first-hand experience with the geology of the region. The lab fee covers travel and camping fees for field trips.
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  • GSC 370: Glacial Geology

    4.00 Credits
    Northland College

    Prerequisite: GSC 105 or GSC 120 The importance of glaciation on Earth today and in the geologic past. Topics include the formation of glaciers and the processes by which glaciers flow and create landforms, the history of glaciation on Earth, and important controls on climate. Numerous field trips and laboratory exercises provide first-hand knowledge of the glacial history of the Lake Superior region.
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  • GSC 406: Hydrogeology and Geochemistry

    4.00 Credits
    Northland College

    Prerequisite: GSC 105 or GSC 120 The flow of groundwater through the Earth and the chemical changes that groundwater undergoes as it travels. Field experiences include: testing of waterquality parameters in many different settings, installation of piezometers to monitor groundwater levels, determination of groundwater flow directions and rates. Contaminant transport in groundwater and environmental remediation techniques will be discussed. Liberal Education: Environmental Perspectives.
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  • GSC 474: Tectonics and Structural Geology

    4.00 Credits
    Northland College

    Prerequisite: GSC 105 or GSC 120 The processes and products of plate tectonics, from small-scale structures in rocks to the largest structures on Earth, such as mountain ranges, deep ocean trenches, and volcanic chains. Lab involves detailed analysis of rock structures and their three-dimensional geometries.
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  • GSC 481: Geologic Field Methods

    2.00 Credits
    Northland College

    Prerequisite (or concurrent enrollment): GSC 222, GSC 320, and GSC 321 The techniques involved in documenting the nature and distribution of earth materials in the field. Topics include pace-and-compass mapping, geologic mapping, measurement of orientations of geologic structures, measurement of sedimentary rock sections, and representation of geologic data. Involves abundant practice in creating and interpreting maps and diagrams. This course immediately precedes and is a prerequisite for GSC 482 Geologic Field Camp. Purchase of field equipment is required.
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  • GSC 482: Geologic Field Camp

    4.00 Credits
    Northland College

    Prerequisite: GSC 481 This course gives students an intensive experience in geologic field work. The course is taught in the Rocky Mountains where landforms and earth materials are clearly exposed. Topics include: detailed examination, description and documentation of the nature and distribution of rocks, sediments and geologic structures. Field trips to examine the geologic history of the Rocky Mountains. Involves rigorous field work and the synthesis of all course work in geoscience. It is part of the capstone experience for geoscience majors. Travel is by van and much of the time is spent camping. The course fee covers all travel and accommodation expenses.
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  • GSC 486: Senior Seminar in Water Science

    3.00 Credits
    Northland College

    Prerequisite: GSC 305 and GSC 406 In this capstone independent research project, students will use all of the skills and knowledge acquired in their course work to complete a comprehensive drainage basis analysis. This analysis is to include the water budget, stream characteristics, soils and sediments, and ground water flow in a drainage basin of their choosing. Students will produce maps and a report and then present their research to the campus community. Offered by arrangement.
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  • GSC 499: Senior Seminar in Geoscience

    3.00 Credits
    Northland College

    Prerequisite: Geoscience major and senior standing Completion of an independent research project and preparation for the required Geoscience Exit Examination. Exit Examination is a presentation to the faculty regarding the research topic and demonstration of competency in basic topics in geoscience. This, along with required capstone field experiences completed in GSC 482, constitutes the capstone experience for geoscience majors. The seminar is used as preparation for career employment/graduate school.
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