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4.00 Credits
An examination of the scientific and technological problems of renewable and non-renewable natural resources. Stresses the problems and impact of energy, air, water, chemicals, solid waste, noise, radioactivity and population on the environment. The laboratory will emphasize observation, data collection, quantitative measurement and drawing conclusions. Lecture - 3 hours/week. Lab - 2 hours/week.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Designed to provide credit for international study experiences conducted under the auspices of Ridgewater College faculty. Course requirements may vary but will include pre-departure, on-site, and post-trip readings and assignments.
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4.00 Credits
This course focuses on the physical aspects of the earth. Examine basic scientific methods, concepts, and theories related to the earth as a dynamic planet and its origin and place in the cosmos. Minerals, rocks, and economic resources are introduced and interpreted. Methods of representing and interpreting the earth (maps and graphs) are evaluated and used. Surface processes that shape our planet and internal processes that drive the dynamic systems of the planet are studied (local/regional examples are used). The impact of human activities on the planet are examined. A semester long earthquake and volcano monitoring project is assigned as well as several Internet and written assignments. Lecture - 3 hours/week. Lab - 2 hours/week.
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4.00 Credits
This course focuses on weather and climate. Look at basic scientific methods, concepts, and theories dealing with weather systems and daily weather conditions. Global air circulation, air masses, forecasting techniques, severe weather, and climate patterns are examined. Human impact on our atmosphere, weather and climate are closely studied and possible solutions are discussed. A semester lab project related to observational meteorology is assigned as well as several computer and written activities. Lecture - 3 hours/week. Lab - 2 hours/week.
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4.00 Credits
This course focuses on the observable universe. Look at basic scientific methods, theories and concepts related to space/time, motion, and forces that govern the universe. The origin, evolution, and fate of planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe are examined and interpreted. Observational techniques for astronomic studies are introduced and used. Events and techniques related to space exploration and searches for life elsewhere are covered. Several voluntary night observations are offered during the semester. A semester project using observational skills is assigned along with several computer and written activities. Lecture - 3 hours/week. Lab - 2 hours/week.
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4.00 Credits
This course provides an in-depth investigation of natural phenomena that have potentially disastrous effects on humans and the environment. Topics are investigated from both a historical and a current perspective, and include earthquakes, volcanism, landslides, severe weather, shoreline problems, flooding, astronomical activities, and future global issues. Exploration methods will include discussions on cause and effect, discussions of prediction and prevention, reading and writing activities, media studies, internet research, and data collection and analysis. Laboratory activities include using inquiry-based modules that use online resources and a semester long project focusing on a specific process or event that requires presentation to the class. An online version is also available and contains the same laboratory-based curriculum as above.
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8.00 Credits
An introduction to the discipline of geography. Interaction of both the physical and human concepts. Including all of the traditions of geography; spatial distribution, spatial diffusion, and spatial interaction. Emphasis on analysis of maps, graphs, and tables.
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8.00 Credits
A study of world regional geography. Emphasis is placed on the development of a conceptual overview of the world. Regions are analyzed by integrating geographic elements from both the physical and cultural worlds, and by analyzing the interaction between different regional systems.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a true environmental, cultural, and historical immersion into the rain forests of Costa Rica. Students will explore the vast diversity and majestic splendor of this disappearing ecosystem. The historic exploitation and manipulation of this ecosystem will also be addressed. This course can be taken for credit or without. The credit option will have regular class meetings before and after the 2-week experience in the rain forests of Costa Rica.
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4.00 Credits
A two-semester sequence in the German language which covers the essentials of grammar, oral practice, composition and reading.
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