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4.00 Credits
4 credits The principles and fundamentals of interpreting stratified sedimentary rocks are the focus of this course. Students first will learn how to perform and interpret petrographic analyses of rock thin sections, and then how to interpret surface and subsurface stratigraphic data using various techniques, such as lithostratigraphic, biostratigraphic, geophysical, and chemostratigraphic correlations. Additionally, students will learn how to interpret the geologic history of an area by synthesizing various data sets. Field trips will illustrate stratigraphic principles and give students experience in collecting field data. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: GEO-306 or permission of instructor.
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4.00 Credits
4 credits The origin, distinguishing characteristics, and geographic distribution of deformational structures of the Earth's crust. In the laboratory, geologic maps and three-dimensional problems are used in the study of typical surface and subsurface geologic problems. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour lab per week. Weekend field trips may be required. Prerequisites: GEO-100 or GEO-113, GEO-102.
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4.00 Credits
4 credits This course examines the physical, hydrological, chemical, and biological aspects of soil and its relation to geomorphologic development. Specific topics include soil description, classification, erosion, pore water and gasses, microbiology/ecology, nutrients, minerals, and colloids, with an emphasis on the importance of soils in hydrological, environmental, and agricultural studies. The lab introduces the basic techniques of soil analysis, both physical and chemical, and field survey methods. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: GEO-100 or GEO-113, GEO-102.
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4.00 Credits
4 credits This course examines the hydrologic cycle, the processes of precipitation and evapotranspiration, the generation of runoff, and factors controlling the storage and transfer of water among various types of reservoirs. It also examines flow through porous media and the treatment of saturated flow with Darcy's law. Well hydraulics and the estimation of hydraulic conductivity from slug testing also will be emphasized. The principles governing flow in undersaturated conditions, contaminant migration in underground aquifers, and water quality issues of interest to the general public also will be discussed. Laboratory exercises will give students hands-on experience with the delineation of watersheds, analysis of precipitation data, calculation of runoff and groundwater recharge rates, groundwater contouring, groundwater flow simulation, and contaminant transport modeling. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: GEO-100 or GEO-113, GEO-102, MTH-105.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits A senior thesis is optional for geosciences majors. However, a senior thesis is required for eligibility to graduate with honors in geosciences. The topic for investigation will be chosen by the student in consultation with the faculty of the department of geological and marine sciences. The student must initiate consideration of a proposal to the department. The proposal must contain a discussion of the proposed project and a timetable to be followed in the study. A departmental committee consisting of a major and minor advisor will evaluate the written paper submitted at the conclusion of the study. An oral presentation before the department at the conclusion of the semester in which the study is completed is required. Proposals must be submitted in final form no later than the end of the ninth week of the semester prior to the semester in which the study is undertaken. Prerequisites: senior standing in the geosciences major and permission of instructor. Fall and spring.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
1-4 credits A supervised work experience in an approved organization where qualified students gain real-world knowledge and utilize their academic training in a professional environment. Placements may be in private, public, nonprofit, or governmental organizations. These can include consulting firms, regulatory agencies, advocacy groups, and educational or research institutions. Normally, 50 hours of internship per credit is required. A mutually agreed upon method of evaluation will be formalized prior to the approval of the internship by the sponsoring faculty and could include a term paper or project report and a poster presentation. Prerequisite: 2.5 GPA or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits An introduction to German stressing the spoken language and the fundamentals of grammar. Students are required to work extensively with audio CDs. Prerequisite: placement test if German has been studied elsewhere.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits A continuation of German 100. Communication skills are broadened, fundamental grammar is studied, and a useful basic vocabulary is acquired. Students are required to work extensively with audio CDs. Prerequisite: GER-100 or placement test.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits Intensive review of German grammar and syntax with a systematic approach to oral expression and composition. Readings on contemporary German life and selections from modern literature. Prerequisite: GER-101 or placement test.
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