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2.00 Credits
2 cr. Geology of North Dakota for students with an interest in the geologic history of the state. Coverage includes sedimentary rock units of the state and history of glaciation. Lecture, 1 hour; laboratory, 2 hours. Prerequisite(s): GEOL 105.
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3.00 Credits
3 cr. A survey of energy resources, including fossil fuels, renewable, nuclear and unconventional sources. Emphasis on origin, use and implications of development. Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours. Prerequisite(s): GEOL 105. Offered alternate falls.
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3.00 Credits
3 cr. A study of the geology of a particular region in the United States or abroad. Class time involves introduction to the geology and preparation for a field trip to the region. Field trip is typically 10-14 days long and may involve hiking and camping. Special fees required. May be repeated for credit. Lecture 2 hours, field trip required. Prerequisite(s): GEOL 101 or GEOL 105 or consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
3 cr. Geologic mapping and sampling techniques. Students use basic mapping instruments, gather data, record it while in the field, and construct complete and accurate geologic maps. Offered alternate falls. Lecture, 1 hour; laboratory, 4 hours. Prerequisite(s): GEOL 106 and 210 or consent of instructor.
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2.00 Credits
2 cr. Application of modern laboratory methods to the study of minerals and rocks. Methods include optical and scanning electron microscopy, analysis of bulk materials by ICP-ACES and XRD, and EDX microanalysis of minerals. Offered alternate fall semesters. Laboratory: 6 hours.
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3.00 Credits
3 cr. Description and classification of igneous and metamorphic rocks based on mineralogy, textures, and chemical compositions; study of the origins of rocks through laboratory investigations of suites of related rocks. Field trip. Offered alternate springs. Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours. Prerequisite(s): GEOL 305.
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4.00 Credits
4 cr. Fossilization, classification, evolution, and paleoecology. Geologic history and identification of major invertebrate phyla. Laboratory emphasizes fossil identification. Offered alternate falls. Field trip. Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 4 hours. Prerequisite(s): GEOL 106 or BIOL 151.
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3.00 Credits
3 cr. Nature, origin, and evolution of ocean basins and sea water. Sea water chemistry, movement, and ability to support life. Life forms. Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours. Prerequisite(s): GEOL 105.
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3.00 Credits
3 cr. Surface water hydrology; runoff and stream flow; groundwater hydrogeology: distribution of groundwater, aquifer properties, local and regional groundwater flow, geology of groundwater occurrence; groundwater resource development and management; water law. Offered alternate springs. Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours. Prerequisite(s): GEOL 210.
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4.00 Credits
4 cr. Processes that shape the Earth's surface. Effects of rock type, geologic structure, and climate on the formation and evolution of land forms. Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 2 hours. Prerequisite(s): GEOL 210.
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