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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the physical properties and processes of the earth with special emphases on the current practice of geology and its significant contributions to humans and the environment. Topics are presented in the plate tectonic framework to include minerals and rocks, igneous activity, earthquakes, rivers, ground water, glaciers, and energy and mineral resources. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory. Field trip ($30 field trip fee).
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3.00 Credits
See ENVR 221.
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3.00 Credits
The observation and analysis of environmental concerns from a geologic perspective. Topics include ethical decision-making, mining and energy issues, flooding and slope stability as geo-hazards, water resources and waste treatment, and the geology of chemical pollution. Offered primarily at the Science Station in South Dakota. Prerequisite: GEOL 201 or 211 is preferred but not essential. (2) Su
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3.00 Credits
Lecture is the same as GEOL 211, but a separate discussion section is devoted to science majors and their particular academic interests. Certain topics, such as environmental analysis, are presented through interdisciplinary project work instead of simple exercises. Field trip ($30 field trip fee).
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3.00 Credits
See ENVR 241.
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3.00 Credits
The application of geologic principles and knowledge to the development of natural resources (minerals and rocks, fossil and renewable fuels, air, water, and soil) and to the problems created by man's occupancy and exploitation of the physical environment (solid and hazardous waste disposal, air and water pollution, land use management). Three hours lecture. No prerequisite, but intended to follow GEOL 201, 211, or 205. (2 credits)
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3.00 Credits
Overview of geography, geology, and natural history of selected US National Parks. Examination of featured natural attractions, processes, and history, including stratigraphy, fossils, canyons, caves, glaciers, volcanoes, and mountains. Reflection on Christian environmental stewardship, philosophy and ethics of preserving wilderness areas and the role of National Parks in American culture. Three hours lecture. No prerequisite. (2 credits)
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3.00 Credits
Basic principles of interpreting Earth history: geologic time, stratigraphic analysis, reconstructing past environments. Historical development of geology: catastrophism and actualism. Overview of Earth history including origin of earth-moon, tectonics leading to the development of continents, ocean basins, mountain belts, stratigraphic cycles and sequences. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory. Field trip ($70 field trip fee). Prerequisites: GEOL 201, 211, or 221.
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3.00 Credits
The application of geology to the solution of archaeological problems. Topics include geomorphology and site formation, soils, sedimentary environments and stratigraphy, dating methods, lithic and ceramic petrography and sourcing, geophysical prospecting, Quaternary paleoclimate and paleogeography. Three hours lecture and demonstration. Prerequisite: GEOL 201, 211, or 221 or consent of instructor. (2 credits)
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2.00 Credits
This course involves an interdisciplinary approach to the science and social impact of climate change. Beginning with documentation of past climate change during the ice age and proxy evidence for climate during the past 10,000 years, the course progresses to measurement of modern climate and basic meteorology. It culminates with a discussion of humanity's possible impact upon future climate through greenhouse warming and its projected effects upon civilization. Arguments for and against warming are evaluated against the background of the science of climate change. Social effects and discussion of international policies culminate the course. Three lectures, two hours laboratory. Field trip ($35 field trip fee). Prerequisites: ENVR 211, GEOL 201, 211, or 221, or permission of the instructor.
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