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GEOL 332: Studies in Regional Geology
3.00 Credits
Wheaton College - Massachusetts
Geologic study in the field of a selected region during an excursion over spring vacation or in May following commencement. Learning emphasis is on structural and stratigraphic framework, interpretation of geologic history, and natural resources of the region. Assignments include background readings, participation in discussions in the field, and preparation of field notes. (Field trip fee varies by destination.) Prerequisites: GEOL 201, 211, or 221. (1 or 2, repeatable for a max. of 4)
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GEOL 336: Process Geomorphology
3.00 Credits
Wheaton College - Massachusetts
The study of earth surface processes and the landforms they produce in the context of engineering and environmental applications. Topics include processes and landforms associated with: weathering, mass wasting, rivers, karst, tectonics, folded and faulted strata, igneous rocks, glaciers, shorelines, and wind. Individual project and laboratory assignments required, including qualitative descriptions and quantitative measurements from topographic and geologic maps, and aerial photographs. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Field trip ($35 field trip fee). Prerequisite: GEOL 201, 211, or 221 or consent of instructor.
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GEOL 342: Fundamentals of Geochemistry
3.00 Credits
Wheaton College - Massachusetts
Principles and applications of Earth's chemical systems. Topics include low (aqueous) and higher temperature phenomena, crystal chemistry, trace-element distribution, isotopic and applied geochemical methods. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Prerequisites: one introductory geology class (such as GEOL 201, 211, or 221) and one semester of a chemistry lab class. Alternate years. Offered 2007-08. (2 credits)
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GEOL 343: Fundamentals of Mineral Science
3.00 Credits
Wheaton College - Massachusetts
A brief survey of theory and applications in mineralogy. Emphasis is on chemical classification, modes of occurrence, modern techniques of mineral identification, and utility. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisites: one semester of a college chemistry lab class and an introductory geology lab class (such as GEOL 201, 211, or 221). Alternate years. Offered 2007-08. (2 credits)
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GEOL 344: General Petrology and Petrography
3.00 Credits
Wheaton College - Massachusetts
The study of sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks. Lecture sessions present petrogenesis and classification through topics such as lithification/diagenesis, magmatic phenomena, the role of temperature, pressure, and fluids, and plate tectonic settings. Laboratory projects include the identification of rock types and their variation, the significance of rock fabrics as observed in hand specimen and thin section, and the study of petrographic suites from classic localities. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Field trip ($100 field trip fee). Prerequisite: GEOL 201, 211, or 221. Suggested: GEOL 342. Alternate years. Offered 2008-09.
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GEOL 355: Introduction to Soil Science
3.00 Credits
Wheaton College - Massachusetts
Basic survey including the origin and properties of soils, their classification and applications to agriculture, third world development, engineering, environmental issues. Laboratory and field experiences will provide opportunities to observe soil profiles and demonstrate physical properties. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. Field trip ($30 field trip fee). Alternate years. Offered 2008-09. (2 credits)
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GEOL 365: Physics of the Earth
3.00 Credits
Wheaton College - Massachusetts
Principles and applications of geophysics. Topics include paleomagnetism, geophysical prospecting, and shallow and deep earth structure as determined by seismic wave propagation, gravimetry, magnetics, and heat flow. Three hours lecture plus two hours lab. Prerequisite: one four-hour physics laboratory course. (2 credits)
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GEOL 371: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
2.00 Credits
Wheaton College - Massachusetts
The hardware and software technology of GIS programs. Basic concepts of data collection and their storage, processing, interpretation, and remote sensing through popular GIS mapping systems such as ArcGIS. Three hours lecture, two hours lab. (2 credits)
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GEOL 372: GIS Practicum
3.00 Credits
Wheaton College - Massachusetts
Application of GIS methods in completion of student-designed projects. Hardware and software expertise derived from GEOL 371 (prerequisite). Two hours directed research, one hour discussion per week. (2 credits)
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GEOL 375: Biogeology
3.00 Credits
Wheaton College - Massachusetts
Survey of paleontology and the history of life as interpreted from the fossil record. Topics include description and classification of fossil groups, functional morphology, evolution, biostratigraphy, and paleoecology. Field trips to study ancient life in the field and exhibits at the Field Museum, Chicago. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Field trip ($35 field trip fee). Prerequisite: GEOL 321 or BIOL 201 or 242.
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