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  • GEO 4500: Sedimentary Geology WE

    4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): GEO 1220, GEO 1225, GEO 3080, and University Advanced Standing; CHEM 1210 or other chemistry recommended. Explores the origin, classification, and spatiotemporal distribution of sedimentary rocks. Examines the fundamental principles of sedimentology, petrology, and stratigraphy. Reviews weathering processes and soil formation. Develops analytical skills regarding particle erosion, transportation, and deposition. Develops skills for identifying and classifying sedimentary rocks. Develops tools for describing stratigraphic sections and interpreting the rock record. Develops skills for correlating strata and reading geologic maps. Develops critical thinking and writing skills. Includes field trips to study various outcrops in the state of Utah.. Lab access fee of $21 applies.
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  • GEO 4510: Paleontology

    4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): GEO 1220, GEO 1225, GEO 3080, (BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1610), and University Advanced Standing; GEO 4500 recommended. Examines a wide variety of topics encompassed within the field of paleontology. Analyzes the major groups of life represented in the fossil record. Discusses the most fundamental concepts in paleontology, such as key principles of evolution and paleoecology. Evaluates what paleontologists do, why the field is so crucial, and why all earth scientists should have at least a basic understanding of paleontology (dates to be discussed in class).. Course lab fee of $21 for transportation, lab applies.
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  • GEO 4600: Field Experience

    6.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): GEO 3080, GEO 3700, GEO 4500, and University Advanced Standing. Is an intensive field course giving students hands-on experience with several aspects of Earth Science field work. Involves 8 to 10 hours of field work per day, for three to five days per week, for four to six weeks. Is the required capstone experience for Geology majors.. Course lab fee of $650 for practical experience applies.
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  • GEO 4790: Hydrogeology

    4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1050 or MATH 1080, GEO 1010 or GEO 1030 or GEO 1040 or GEO 1050, and University Advanced Standing (PHYS 2210 OR PHYS 2010, and GEOG 3600 Recommended). Reviews concepts related to the occurrence and flow of groundwater and the management of these resources. Examines the governing equations, analyses of aquifer properties, well tests and construction, regional groundwater flow, field methods, groundwater modeling, and groundwater contamination. Provides opportunities for students to investigate a specific problem, field site, and/or service learning project related to hydrogeology.. Course fee of $21 applies.
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  • GEO 480R: Earth Science Seminar

    0.50 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing. Exposes students to current research topics in Earth Science and related fields. Provides an opportunity for students to attend bi-weekly lectures presented by department faculty and invited speakers. Incorporates lectures that are usually a summary of the speaker's recent research results, or investigative projects in an earth science industry. May be repeated for a maximum of 1 credits toward graduation.
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  • GEO 482R: Geologic Environmental Internship

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): GEO 1010 or ENVT 1110; 12 credit hours of any GEO, GEOG, or ENVT courses; declared major in any Earth Science program and University Advanced Standing. Engages students in supervised geologic or environmental work in a professional setting. Requires approval by the Chair of the Department of Earth Science. Includes maintaining a journal of student experiences and preparing a paper summarizing their experience. A maximum of 3 credit hours may be counted toward graduation. May be graded Credit/No Credit.
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  • GEO 489R: Student Research

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): GEO 1015, Junior or Senior standing, instructor approval, and University Advanced Standing. Provides students the opportunity to conduct research under the mentorship of an Earth Science department faculty member. Includes any combination of literature reviews, original research, and/or participation in ongoing departmental projects. Involves students in the methodology of original geologic research. Requires preparation and presentation of oral and/or written reports, typically presented in a public forum. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits total toward graduation.
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  • GEO 490R: Special Topics in Geology

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): GEO 1010, GEO 1015, Junior or Senior standing, instructor approval, and University Advanced Standing. Explores or examines special topics in geology. Topics vary depending on student demand and current topics of significance in geology. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits toward graduation.
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  • GEO 495R: Independent Study

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): GEO 1010, GEO 1015, and University Advanced Standing. Requires an independent study program to be developed with one or more Earth Science faculty member and approved by a committee of Earth Science faculty. Includes some combination of literature review, field work, numerical analysis, and/or laboratory analysis. Involves the preparation of a written report. An oral presentation may also be required. May be repeated for up to 4 credits.
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  • GEO 525R: Advanced Topics for Geology Teachers

    1.00 - 5.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental Approval. For licensed teachers or teachers seeking to recertify their earth science or integrated science endorsements from the Utah State Office of Education. Teaches principles of geology and pedagogy of teaching geology for teachers in public or private schools. Emphasis will be placed on correlation with the Utah Core Curriculum, the National Science Education Standards, and the Benchmarks of Project 2061. Topics will vary.
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