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Pre-requisites: Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOG 310 - Intro Computer Mapping and GIS
Remote sensing is the art and science of deriving useful information about the Earth's land, water, and atmosphere, and the human impacts thereupon, using data captured from and airborne or spaceborne sensor. The lecture is focused on the fundamental concepts underlying the interdisciplinary study of Earth from above. The lab revolves around digital geospatial analysis of aerial and satellite data. (2-3)
This course focuses primarily on vector-based GIS analysis and the applications of GIS in the physical, biological, and social sciences. Computer lab sessions will introduce students to the use of ArcGIS software in spatial analysis and querying, database management, site suitability modeling, proximity and overlay analysis, street address geocoding, and network analysis. (2-3)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOG 310 - Intro Computer Mapping and GIS] [Student has completed or is in process of completing 60 Credits]
This course focuses primarily on raster-based GIS analysis, and in particular surface, terrain and hydrologic modeling techniques that are applicable to the physical and biological sciences. (2-3)
An introduction to the application of geologic information related to the entire spectrum of interaction between humankind and our physical environment. Subject matter will be relevant to all liberal arts and traditional science students. Topics will include: basic geology principles, rocks, minerals, soils; water supply, management and abuse; global changes; land use; and natural hazards. Students may not receive credit for both GEOL 105 and GEOL 106. (3-3)
This course will acquaint students with the major concepts and topics in geology, give a basic understanding of geological processes and phenomena of the Earth, introduce investigative techniques used in geologic discoveries, and to help students gain a greater appreciation for the natural environment in which we live. Class activities are supported by field trips. (3-3)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 105 - Earth and the Environment with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] Or Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 107 - Earth Systems Science with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] Or Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 113 - Physical Geology with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).]
The geologic history and coevolution of the Earth and life on Earth. Laboratory work focuses on sedimentary rocks, facies analysis, fossils, and the spectacular outcrops of the Four Corners. Field trips. (3-3)
This course focuses on some of the phenomena that give rise to the unpredictable, violent and calamitous events that cause enormous destruction of life and property and shape our view of natural disasters. Major concepts and topics are explored to give a basic understanding of the causes and effects of these catastrophic phenomena. The impacts of these events on humankind will be addressed, as well as case histories of natural disasters. This course is intended for students of any major and has ...no prerequisites. (3-0) Read more
Many moments of human history are defined by mineral resources. The human-resource connection has advanced technology and industry, and influenced global trade. Our dependence on earth resources has shaped cultures, led to conflicts, and impacted the environment. This class explores the geologic processes that create mineral resources, and some of the issues created by our dependence on those resources. (3-0)
Our planet is mostly made up of water! Even if you are unaware, there are hydrologic processes happening every day that affect you and are affected by you. This class explores water and its movement. Special emphasis is given to how the physical properties of water and the complexity of the Earth interact with human societies and ecosystems. (3-0)
This course explores how plate tectonics has shaped life on Earth, from creating a habitable environment on the early Earth to the effects of plate tectonic hazards and processes on human civilizations from ancient to modern times. Students will learn about geologic processes that occur along plate tectonic boundaries and will investigate case studies to determine the impact on humanity. (3-0)
Pre-requisites: ( Student has satisfied any of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 105 - Earth and the Environment with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 107 - Earth Systems Science with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 113 - Physical Geology with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] ) And Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): CHEM 150 - Fundamentals of Chemistry I: Atoms/Molecules with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).]
A survey of mineral sciences that covers crystallography--a study of external form and internal structure of crystalline solids by means of their shape and symmetry; atomic structure and mineral chemistry--a study of crystal chemistry, chemical bonding, and chemical composition of mineral species; and systematic mineralogy--a study of the major rock-forming minerals and the environments that they form. (3-3)
Pre-requisites: Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 207 - Mineralogy with grade greater than or equal to C- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).
The study of igneous and metamorphic rocks in hand specimens and thin sections. An emphasis will be on the classification of different rock types and an understanding of rock associations. Topics will also explore the physical and chemical conditions involved in the origin and occurrence of igneous and metamorphic rocks. (3-3)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied any of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 105 - Earth and the Environment with grade greater than or equal to C- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): MATH 121 - Pre-Calculus with grade greater than or equal to C- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] Or Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed any of the following course(s): MATH 221 - Calculus I, MATH 222 - Calculus II, MATH 223 - Calculus III, MATH 327 - Differential Equations with grade greater than or equal to C- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] Or Student has satisfied all of the following: [Institution has received a(n) FLC_Placement test result with a(n) Calculus Pathway Placement score equal to 5.]
Spatial, temporal and systematic treatment of physical and chemical surface processes. Themes include landform analysis, quantification of geomorphic data, the relationship between form and process, topographic response to tectonic and climatic forcing, and practical applications to natural hazards. (3-3)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed or is in process of completing 30 Credits] And Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 202 - Geologic Field Methods I with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] And ( Student has satisfied any of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): MATH 121 - Pre-Calculus with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): MATH 221 - Calculus I with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): MATH 222 - Calculus II with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): PHYS 201 - Physics - Non Calculus I with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] )
This course explores the geometric, kinematic and dynamic analysis of structural features such as faults, folds, and metamorphic structures. Labs include practice collecting and interpreting field data, writing about structural data, interpreting geologic maps, and creating cross-sections. (3-3)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 207 - Mineralogy with grade greater than or equal to C- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 210 - Petrology with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed or is in process of completing 30 Credits]
The description, classification and interpretation of sedimentary rocks and stratigraphy, including sedimentary processes, facies relationships, sequence stratigraphy, and stratigraphic nomenclature. Lab work includes sample description, field work in facies analysis, and stratigraphic analysis. (3-3)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied any of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 105 - Earth and the Environment with grade greater than or equal to C- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 107 - Earth Systems Science with grade greater than or equal to C- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 113 - Physical Geology with grade greater than or equal to C- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] And Student has satisfied any of the following: [Institution has received a(n) FLC_Placement test result with a(n) Calculus Pathway Placement score equal to 5.] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): MATH 121 - Pre-Calculus with grade greater than or equal to C- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed any of the following course(s): MATH 221 - Calculus I, MATH 222 - Calculus II, MATH 223 - Calculus III, MATH 327 - Differential Equations with grade greater than or equal to C- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).]
The qualitative and quantitative study of hydrology; topics include hydraulics, aquifer properties and functions, methods, and contaminant transport. The focus is the movement of water through saturated and unsaturated porous media and the transport of solutes through porous materials. Emphasis is placed on physical processes and associated measurement methods on multiple scales, from a soil sample to a watershed. (3-3)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 202 - Geologic Field Methods I with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 210 - Petrology with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): GEOL 337 - Structural Geology with grade greater than or equal to D- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed or is in process of completing 60 Credits]
The fundamental procedures and practices in geologic mapping. Summer term.
Pre-requisites: Student has completed all of the following course(s): ADMN 000 - Instructor Permission
The study of accumulation, redistribution, and metamorphism of snow. Topics include avalanche dynamics, snow metamorphism and mechanical properties, measurement of snow distribution, spatial variability and stratigraphy, snow hydrology, avalanche terrain, runoff, and the alpine environment. (3-3)
