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3.00 Credits
Scientific study of the history of life on earth with emphasis on higher vertebrate groups such as reptiles and mammals. Discussion of current theories of dinosaur habits and mass extinction. No prereq. (3-0) UCC, F
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3.00 Credits
A study of the geography and geology of North American landscapes with special reference to the United States. Factors in landscape development, including climate, vegetation, erosion, glaciation, tectonics, and human influences, are explored in the context of specific landform. No prereq. (3-0) UCC, F
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the controls on human activity by geology, and the impact of humans on natural geologic processes. This course is a survey of fundamental geologic processes and associated hazards (earthquakes, tsunamis, eruptions, flooding, landslides) and topics such as pollution and land-use planning. The course provides an opportunity to discuss, from a geologic perspective, the ramifications of and potential solutions to problems associated with Earth’s resources (energy, minerals, water). No prereq. (3-0) UCC, Sp
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to volcanoes, their occurrence, different styles of eruption, and the processes that control volcanic activity, emphasizing the impacts of volcanism, both beneficial and destructive, to human beings and the global environment. No prereq. (3-0) UCC, F
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4.00 Credits
This course examines principles of physical geology through the medium of America’s national parks. Parks that were designated because of their unique geologic setting will be studied to understand the full range of geologic materials and internal Earth processes. Prereq: MATH 100 or placement in MATH 111. (3-1) UCC, F
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4.00 Credits
Lecture and laboratory studies of the materials, internal structure, and surface features of the Earth, and the processes which have shaped them. No prereq. (3-1) UCC, F, Sp
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4.00 Credits
Lecture and laboratory studies of the evolution of the earth and its life forms. Techniques used to interpret Earth and life history. The concept of geologic time. Prereq: GEOL 161. (3-1) UCC, Sp
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3.00 Credits
Origin and history of the oceans, including evolution of ocean basins and sea water; causes and effects of oceanic circulation; interaction of oceans and climate; the oceans as a habitat for life; and challenges of protecting oceanic environments. Problems in exploiting the oceans for mineral wealth and food. Effects of global warming and rising sea level. Prereq: GEOG 112 or GEOL 161, and working knowledge of basic chemistry and biology. (3-0) UCC
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3.00 Credits
Application of fundamental physical geology skills for majors. In this course we will focus on the observation, interpretation, and analyses of Earth materials, topographic maps, aerial photographs, geological maps, and other spatial geological data. These skills will be applied to different geological landscapes. The course has a strong field component and emphasis on written and oral communication skills in the geosciences. Prereq: GEOL 161. (2-1) F
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4.00 Credits
Systematic lecture and laboratory study of minerals, including their chemical composition, atomic structure, physical properties, and conditions of formation. Laboratory emphasizes crystallography, optical properties, and hand specimen identification of common rock-forming and economic minerals. Prereq: GEOL 161, CHEM 261, or consent of instructor. (3-1) F
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