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A beginning level geology course which surveys elements of earth materials, processes, structures and history. Designed primarily for the non-science major. Prospective majors must maintain at least a B average to use Geology 110 as a prerequisite for other geology courses. 3 lec. (CR: GLY 210L) Recommended follow-up courses are Geology 201 and 211L.

GLY 150 - 3 - Introductory Oceanography I

Origin of the seas and ocean basins. Processes of marine sedimentation and seawater chemistry. Dynamics of air/sea interaction, circulation, waves and tides. Description of coastal and other marine environments. 3 lec. (CR: GLY 150L)

GLY 150L - 1 - Introductory Oceanography Laboratory

A complementary laboratory to Introductory Oceanography, GLY 150. A series of exercises relating to bathymetry, accoustic profiling, marine charts, properties of seawater, sea floor sediments, currents, waves and tides. (PR or CR: GLY 150)

GLY 200 - 3 - Physical Geology I, II

An elementary but comprehensive physical geology course that deals with the earth's origin, composition, structures, tectonics and processes. Intended primarily for, but not limited to, the science major. 3 lec. (CR: GLY 210L) Recommended follow-up courses are Geology 201 and 211L.

GLY 201 - 3 - Historical Geology II

Chronological history and development of the earth, sequence of the geologic ages and rock formations, development and evolution of life as revealed by fossils. (PR: GLY 110 or 200. CR: GLY 211L)

GLY 210L - 1 - Earth Materials Laboratory I, II

An introduction to laboratory and materials as applied to the identification, classification, recovery and uses of earth resources. 2 lab. (CR: GLY 110 or 200)

GLY 211L - 1 - Historical Geology Laboratory II

Reconstruction of events in earth history based on physical characteristics and arrangement of rock layers and their fossil content. 2 hr. lab. (PR: 210L; CR: GLY 201)

GLY 212 - 2 - Geological Field Mapping I

An introduction to geologic mapping and map interpretation, preparations of topographic and geo logic cross sections. 2 lab. (Field work). (PR: GLY 110, 200 or 201. Required of majors)

GLY 280-283 - 1-4 - Special Topics

GLY 313 - 4 - Structural Geology I

Analysis, classification and origin of depositional and deformational structures common to all classes of rocks, their structural history, relationships, and stresses which caused them. 3 lec.-2 lab. (PR: GLY 200).

GLY 314 - 4 - Mineralogy I

Identification, classification, origin, occurrences, and economic uses of minerals and their crystallographic forms. 3 lec-2 lab. (PR: GLY 110 or 200, CHM 211, 212 and appropriate labs)

GLY 325 - 4 - Stratigraphy and Sedimentation I

Formation, organization, sequence, and correlation of sedimentary rocks; study of the origin, transportation and deposition of rock-forming sediments. 3 lec-2 lab. (PR: GLY 201)

GLY 418 - 4 - Invertebrate Paleontology II

Taxonomy, morphology, and paleoecology of body and trace fossils representing the major invertebrate phyla; analysis and interpretation of faunal assemblages; evolution and extinction of species. (PR: GLY 201)

GLY 421 - 4 - Petrology I

Identification and classification of igneous, and metamorphic rocks, their origin and occurrence; their geologic and economic importance. 3 lec-2 lab. (PR: GLY 200, GLY 314 or consent)

GLY 423 - 4 - Sedimentary Petrography I

Megascopic and microscopic identification and a depositional and post depositional interpretation of the sedimentary rocks. 3 lec-2 lab. (PR: GLY 201 and 314)

GLY 425 - 4 - Geochemistry. 4 hrs. II,

Introduction to the principles of geochemistry. The application of chemistry to the study of the Earth and to geologic problems. Laboratory work includes analysis of rocks, soils, and waters. (PR: GLY 110, 200 or 211; CHM 211, 212 and appropriate labs)

GLY 426 - 4 - Geophysics II

Development of seismic, gravity, magnetism, electrical and thermal methods to study the structure and dynamics of the earth. 3 lec.-2 lab. (PR: GLY 200, PHY 201, MTH 229)

GLY 427 - 4 - Fossil Fuels II

Origin and distribution of coal, oil and gas, and methods of exploration and reserve evaluation. 3 lec.-2 lab. (PR: GLY 313, 325 or permission)

GLY 430 - 4 - Computer Methods in Geology II

Computers are used for compilation, data analysis and modeling from a wide range of geological problems. 3 lec.-2 lab. (PR: 12 hrs. GLY, a variety of software is used)

GLY 451 - 3 - Principles of Geomorphology I

Principles of identification and analysis of the world's surficial features in terms of stratigraphy, structure, processes, tectonics and time. 3 lec. (PR: GLY 110, 200, 210L or consent; CR: GLY 451L for m majors, elective for non-majors)

GLY 451L - 1 - Principles of Geomorphology Laboratory I

For Geology majors, co requisite with Geology 451. For non-majors, elective. (PR: or CR: GLY 451)

GLY 455 - 3 - Hydrogeology I

The properties of water, the hydrologic cycle with emphasis on surface and groundwater processes, the uses, needs and problems associated with water resources. 3 lec. (PR: GLY 110 or 200; CR: GLY 455L for majors, elective for non-majors)

GLY 455L - 1 - Hydrogeology Laboratory I

A two-hour laboratory of practical hydrogeologic problem solving. For non-majors, elective. (CR: Geology 455 for majors)

GLY 456 - 3 - Environmental Geology II

Through lecture and demonstration, the interactions of man and the earth, dealing with natural resources, natural hazards, cultural and urban geology and future planning. (PR: GLY 200)

GLY 456L - 1 - Environmental Geology Laboratory

A laboratory to complement GLY 456, Environmental Geology, dealing with current solutions to environmental problems through real life exercises. (PR: GLY 200, 210L, 451, 451L)

GLY 457 - 3 - Engineering Geology I

A course for geology majors employing geological principles and methods to solve geotechnical engineering problems. (PR: GLY 200, 210L, 451 and 451L, or by permission of the instructor)

GLY 480-483 - 1-4 - Special Topics

GLY 485-488 - 1-4 - Independent Study

Courses 485-488 are reserved for Independent Study courses.

GLY 491-492 - 2-4 - Capstone Experience

An independent study involving a research project or internship; must be approved by geology faculty.


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