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FOR 565 - Range Development and Evaluation
Credit(s): 3
Principles of the development, improvement and evaluations of rangeland resources. Required field trips.
Course Fee: Course fee required.
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FOR 566 - Advanced Urban Wildlife Management
Credit(s): 3
Techniques of managing wildlife population in urban/suburban landscapes. Includes nuisance wildlife habitat restoration.
Course Fee: Course fee $5.
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FOR 567 - Oral Interpretive Programs
Credit(s): 3
Web course. Application of interpretive philosophy and techniques to oral interpretive programs. Includes the philosophy, techniques, curriculum, training and certification process of the NPS Interpretive Development Program.
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FOR 568 - Interpretive Writing
Credit(s): 3
Web course. Provides an overview and experience in understanding, analyzing and producing interpretive written products. Introduces students to advanced-writing techniques related to graduate and professional performance.
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FOR 569 - Interpretive Research and Evaluation
Credit(s): 3
Web course. Overview of interpretive research and evaluation with a focus on theory development, methodological approaches and research design.
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FOR 570 - Field-Based Interpretive Programs
Credit(s): 3
Web course. Overview of field-based interpretive programs and conducted activities, including a review of essential elements and an examination of approaches.
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FOR 571 - Curriculum-Based Interpretive Programs
Credit(s): 3
Web course. Explores the body of knowledge and skills necessary to understand, develop and present an effective curriculum-based program.
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FOR 572 - Interpretive Planning
Credit(s): 3
Web course. Examines significant aspects of interpretive planning, including leadership, plan development and participation on a planning team.
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FOR 573 - Interpretive Leadership
Credit(s): 3
Web course. Overview of interpretive leadership skills, principles and techniques, including program administration, public outreach, staff training and coaching.
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FOR 574 - Advanced Interpretive Media/Graphics
Credit(s): 3
Web course. Course explores and provides a foundation in interpretative media and development, including planning, concept development, media selection and design elements. Students are provided the opportunity to use authentic and service-learning assignments to develop professionalism in the field.
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FOR 575 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
S.R.I. non-thesis graduate students only. Web course. Capstone course for final project for non-thesis students. Application of research and project concepts. Problem identification, analysis and solution in natural and/or cultural resources management and interpretation. Includes on-campus presentation and comprehensive oral examination.
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FOR 576 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Same as FOR 575 in a different area.
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FOR 577 - Data Analysis
Credit(s): 3
Web course. Analysis, interpretation and evaluation of social survey data focusing on forest recreation and natural resource interpretation.
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FOR 578 - Cultural and Heritage Interpretation
Credit(s): 3
Web course. Exploration of issues relative to cultural and heritage interpretation, including, but not limited to, historic interpretation, living history, demonstrations and exhibits. Students will be exposed to policy, theories and applied techniques associated with the preservation, presentation and interpretation of the sites and stories of culture and history.
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FOR 579 - Principles and Policies in Resource Interpretation
Credit(s): 3
Web course. An investigation of the historic foundation, theoretical basis and current practices in resource interpretation.
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FOR 580 - Advanced Professional Interpretation
Credit(s): 3
Web course. Capstone course that provides students the opportunity to develop higher-level critical-thinking and communication abilities through exploration of knowledge, philosophies, techniques and tools relative to natural and cultural resources and their interpretation.
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FOR 586 - Advanced Mammalogy
Credit(s): 4
Classification, evolution, natural history and distribution of mammals. Emphasis on natural history and identification of regional species in lab. Field trips required. Requires outside readings and/or research projects.
Course Fee: Course fee $31.
Prerequisite(s): FOR 586L
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FOR 586L - Advanced Mammalogy Lab
Credit(s): 0
Classification, evolution, natural history and distribution of mammals. Emphasis on natural history and identification of regional species in lab. Field trips required. Requires outside readings and/or research projects.
Course Fee: Course fee $10.
Prerequisite(s): FOR 586
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FOR 587 - Graduate Seminar
Credit(s): 1
Presentation and discussion of current scientific work in forestry research proposals, study plans and manuscripts.
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FOR 589 - Thesis Research
Credit(s): 3
Research for thesis.
Note: Students completing a thesis must register each semester university resources are being utilized.
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FOR 590 - Thesis
Credit(s): 1-9
Research and writing of the thesis. Grade will be Pass or Fail.
Note: Note: After the approval of the thesis/dissertation proposal, a student must register for 590 (FOR 699 for doctoral students) each semester or summer session university resources are utilized.
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FOR 601 - Forest Consulting
Credit(s): 3
An overview of the forest consulting business. Focus will be on consulting as a career and provide skills/applications essential for becoming a successful consultant.
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FOR 602 - Advanced Field Ecology
Credit(s): 3
Principles of synecology and population ecology as they affect vegetative and animal communities. Ecological impacts of management, quantitative analysis of communities.
Prerequisite(s): FOR 209 and BIO 313
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FOR 604 - Southern Hardwood Silviculture
Credit(s): 3
Silvicultural, economic and utilization considerations of the major and minor hardwood and hardwood-conifer forest types. Required field trips.
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FOR 605 - Wetland Wildlife Management
Credit(s): 3
Principles of wetland management to maximize wildlife suitability, use, biological diversity and ecological integrity. Wetland management techniques, practices and concepts with an emphasis on wetland management for migratory birds, including waterfowl, shorebirds and other nongame birds.
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FOR 606 - Wildlife Population Ecology
Credit(s): 3
Quantitative and conceptual approach to understanding population ecology and dynamics of wildlife species. Population estimation and other analytical/modeling techniques with an emphasis on conservation, management of game and nongame wildlife populations.
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FOR 607 - GIS Applications in Wildlife Management
Credit(s): 0 or 3
Applications of GIS to wildlife ecology, conservation and management.
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FOR 607L - GIS Applications in Wildlife Management Lab
Credit(s): 0
Study of the effects of forests and forest activities on water quantity and quality, soil erosion and stream sedimentation. Required field trips.
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FOR 609 - Forest Hydrology
Credit(s): 0 or 3
Study of the effects of forests and forest activities on water quantity and quality, soil erosion and stream sedimentation. Required field trips.
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FOR 610 - Research Methods in Forestry
Credit(s): 2
Development and analysis of statistical designs for forestry research.
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FOR 611 - Conservation of Natural Resources
Credit(s): 3
Examination of forest natural resources and their role in sustaining the Southern forest. Investigations with forest industry and forest land managers. Field trips.
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FOR 612 - Timber Management
Credit(s): 3
Concepts of stand-level and forest-level timber harvesting schedules.
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FOR 615 - Tree Physiology
Credit(s): 3
The physiological processes and conditions of woody plants.
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FOR 616 - Forestry Investment Analysis
Credit(s): 3
Quantitative microeconomic and analysis techniques applicable to solving economic and business-related problems in multiple-use forest management.
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FOR 617 - Biometrics
Credit(s): 3
Applications of statistical methods in natural sciences. Emphasis on techniques for analyzing biological data.
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FOR 618 - Applied Regression in Natural Resources
Credit(s): 3
Applications of regression analysis in natural sciences. Emphasis on regression techniques for analyzing biological data.
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FOR 621 - Landscape Ecology
Credit(s): 0 or 3
Examination of land use and land-use changes in the context of land-use management objectives. Tools and methodologies in spatial analysis will be examined.
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FOR 623 - Plant Water Relations
Credit(s): 3
Study of the biotic and abiotic factors that control the water balance.
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FOR 624 - Economic Project Analysis
Credit(s): 3
Execution of rigorous economic analysis and comprehensive financial analysis. The theoretical nature of each type of analysis will be explored.
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FOR 625 - Forest Economics
Credit(s): 3
Economic analysis for decision-making in forestry.
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FOR 627 - Advanced Intensive Silviculture
Credit(s): 3
Study of tree improvement in silviculture context. Fundamental concepts from tree breeding, vegetation management and forest fertilization.
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FOR 628 - Regional Silviculture
Credit(s): 3
Multiple use management of the major forest types of the U.S.
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FOR 635 - Forest Soils
Credit(s): 0 or 3
Soil types in relation to silvicultural types and practices. Required field trips.
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FOR 640 - Forest Recreation Planning
Credit(s): 3
Techniques and principles of managing recreational resources.
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FOR 641 - Big Game Management
Credit(s): 3
The study of the basic biology of the white-tailed deer, the proper management procedures for producing white-tails on forested lands and the proper harvest of these game animals.
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FOR 641L - Big Game Management Lab
Credit(s): 0
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The study of the basic biology of the white-tailed deer, the proper management procedures for producing white-tails on forested lands and the proper harvest of these game animals.
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FOR 642 - Human Dimensions of Natural Resources
Credit(s): 3
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Examines the role of resource managers in making wise decisions concerning natural resources, incorporating not only biological sciences but also sound information concerning human thought and action regarding natural systems.
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FOR 643 - Weather and Climate
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to the basic ideas of the atmosphere, weather, climate and weather forecasting, climate and climate change. Develop competencies to access weather information via geospatial software and the internet.
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FOR 645 - Forest and Range Ecology Concepts
Credit(s): 3
The study of ecology through the investigation of some basic ecological concepts as they apply to forest and range management.
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FOR 646 - Fire Ecology and Management
Credit(s): 3
An investigation of fire ecology in the United States. Emphasis is on how fire ecology is utilized in natural resource management. A Saturday field trip may be scheduled.
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FOR 647 - Predator Ecology and Conservation
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to predation theory and current research topics and issues related to predator conservation.
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FOR 648 - Range Management
Credit(s): 3
Characteristics of rangelands and range plants and management of grazing animals and vegetation. Emphasis on interactions with recreation, wildlife and forests.
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FOR 649 - Range and Wildlife Ecology and Management
Credit(s): 3
Concepts, theories and practices of wildlife management in rangeland habitats. Focus will be on the interactions between range livestock management and the management of upland game birds, and nongame birds and ungulates.
When Offered: Fall only, even years.
Course Fee: Course fee $44.
Prerequisite(s): FOR 255 or permission from instructor.
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FOR 650 - Advanced Wildlife Habitat Management
Credit(s): 3
Course Fee: Course fee $85.
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FOR 650L - Advanced Wildlife Habitat Management Lab
Credit(s): 0
Course Fee: Course fee $10.
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FOR 651 - Management of Outdoor Recreation Areas
Credit(s): 0 or 3
Planning, development and maintenance of parks and forest recreation areas. Required field trips.
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FOR 654 - Non-game Wildlife Ecology
Credit(s): 3
Ecology of non-game animals in forest ecosystems. Topics include populations ecology and the relationships of animal-to-forest ecosystems. Some bird and small mammal sample techniques included, as in management of some endangered species. Required field trips.
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FOR 655 - Environmental Communication and Interpretation
Credit(s): 3
Overview of the field of natural resource communication and interpretation. Of particular interest to those whose careers require public interaction.
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FOR 656 - Environmental Attitudes and Issues
Credit(s): 3
Overview of the global historical origins and current influences on attitudes toward the outdoor environment. Examination and discussion of environmental policy, ethics and issues.
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FOR 658 - Resource Management Planning
Credit(s): 3
Formulation, calculation, writing and execution of multiple-use resource management plans given social and economic goals and constraints and landowner objectives. Environment impact statements and assessments are included.
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FOR 664 - Advanced Forestry Topics
Credit(s): 3
Classes conducted on current topics in forestry. May be repeated under different topic.
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FOR 665 - Range Development and Evaluation
Credit(s): 3
Principles of the development, improvement and evaluations of rangeland resources. Required field trips.
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FOR 666 - Advanced Urban Wildlife Management
Credit(s): 3
Techniques of managing wildlife population in urban/suburban landscapes. Includes nuisance wildlife habitat restoration.
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FOR 667 - Oral Interpretive Programs
Credit(s): 3
Application of interpretive philosophy and techniques to oral interpretive programs. Includes the philosophy, techniques, curriculum, training and certification process of the NPS Interpretive Development Program.
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FOR 668 - Interpretive Writing
Credit(s): 3
Provides an overview and experience in understanding, analyzing and producing interpretive written products. Introduces students to advanced-writing techniques related to graduate and professional performance.
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FOR 669 - Interpretive Research and Evaluation
Credit(s): 3
Overview of interpretive research and evaluation with a focus on theory development, methodological approaches and research design.
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FOR 670 - Field-Based Interpretive Programs
Credit(s): 3
Overview of field-based interpretive programs and conducted activities, including a review of essential elements and an examination of approaches.
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FOR 671 - Curriculum-Based Interpretive Programs
Credit(s): 3
Explores the body of knowledge and skills necessary to understand, develop and present an effective curriculum-based program.
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FOR 672 - Interpretive Planning
Credit(s): 3
Examines significant aspects of interpretive planning, including leadership, plan development and participation on a planning team.
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FOR 673 - Interpretive Leadership
Credit(s): 3
Overview of interpretive leadership skills, principles and techniques, including program administration, public outreach, staff training and coaching.
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FOR 674 - Advanced Interpretive Media/Graphics
Credit(s): 3
Course explores and provides a foundation in interpretative media and development, including planning, concept development, media selection and design elements. Students are provided the opportunity to use authentic and service-learning assignments to develop professionalism in the field.
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FOR 675 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1
S.R.I. non-thesis graduate students only. Web course. Capstone course for final project for non-thesis students. Application of research and project concepts. Problem identification, analysis and solution in natural and/or cultural resources management and interpretation. Includes on-campus presentation and comprehensive oral examination.
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FOR 676 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Same as FOR 675 in a different area.
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FOR 677 - Doctoral Problems
Credit(s): 3
Investigation into areas not included in student’s dissertation.
Repeated: May be repeated.
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FOR 678 - Cultural and Heritage Interpretation
Credit(s): 3
Exploration of issues relative to cultural and heritage interpretation, including, but not limited to, historic interpretation, living history, demonstrations and exhibits. Students will be exposed to policy, theories and applied techniques associated with the preservation, presentation and interpretation of the sites and stories of culture and history.
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FOR 679 - Principles and Policies in Resource Interpretation
Credit(s): 3
An investigation of the historic foundation, theoretical basis and current practices in resource interpretation.
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FOR 680 - Advanced Professional Interpretation
Credit(s): 3
Capstone course that provides students the opportunity to develop higher-level critical-thinking and communication abilities through exploration of knowledge, philosophies, techniques and tools relative to natural and cultural resources and their interpretation.
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FOR 686 - Advanced Mammalogy
Credit(s): 4
Classification, evolution, natural history and distribution of mammals. Emphasis on natural history and identificaiton of regional species in lab. Field trips required. Requires outside reading and/or research projects.
Course Fee: Course fee $31.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 133 or permission of instructor.
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FOR 686L - Advanced Mammalogy Lab
Credit(s): 12-31
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FOR 687 - Graduate Seminar
Credit(s): 1
Presentation and discussion of current scientific work in forestry research proposals, study plans and manuscripts.
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FOR 698 - Dissertation Research
Credit(s): 1-6
Research and writing of the dissertation. Grade will be Pass or Fail.
Note: After the approval of the thesis/dissertation proposal, a student must register for FOR 590 (699 for doctoral students) each semester or summer session university resources are utilized.
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FOR 699 - Dissertation
Credit(s): 1-9
Research and writing of the dissertation. Grade will be Pass or Fail.
Note: Note: After the approval of the thesis/dissertation proposal, a student must register for FOR 590 (699 for doctoral students) each semester or summer session university resources are utilized.
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GBU 521 - Topics in General Business
Credit(s): 1-3
Topics in General Business.
Repeated: Can be repeated as topics vary. Limit of three semester hours to be applied to graduate degree.
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GBU 550 - Executive Leadership
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to leadership theory and principles; application of leadership concepts in business organizations with emphasis on formation of a personal leadership style. (Same as MGT 550 ).
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GBU 557 - Negotiation and Dispute Resolution
Credit(s): 3
A study of negotiation theories and skills applicable to business transactions; of conflict administration through the various dispute resolution methods; of design and implementation of dispute resolution systems for business conflicts; and of social and ethical issues in negotiation and dispute resolutions.
Course Fee: Course fee $30.
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GBU 575 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Individual study based on student need.
Repeated: May be repeated under different topics.
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GBU 576 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 3
Individual study based on student need.
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GEO 501 - Seminar in Physical Geography
Credit(s): 3
Intensive study of a selected aspect of the physical environment.
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GEO 502 - Seminar in Cultural Geography
Credit(s): 3
Intensive study of a selected aspect of the cultural environment.
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GEO 503 - Seminar in Regional Geography
Credit(s): 3
Intensive study of a selected region or state of the world.
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GEO 504 - Geographic Techniques
Credit(s): 3
Intensive study of a selected geographic technique, such as GIS, remote sensing and aerial photo interpretation, or cartography and visualization.
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GEO 575 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 3
Individual instruction in selected phase of geography according to the needs of the student.
Repeated: May be repeated under different topics.
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GEO 576 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 3
Same as GEO 575 . For credit in a different topic.
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GEO 589 - Thesis Research
Credit(s): 3
Research for thesis. Grade withheld until completion of thesis.
Note: Note: Students completing a thesis must register each semester university resources are being utilized.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of advisor
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GEO 590 - Thesis Writing
Credit(s): 3
Writing of thesis. Grade withheld until completion of thesis.
Note: Note: Students completing a thesis must register each semester university resources are being utilized.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of advisor
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GOL 505 - Stratigraphy of North America
Credit(s): 3
A study of the stratigraphy, tectonics and paleontology of North America during the Precambrian and Phanerozoic Eons as it relates to the development and evolution of the North American Plate.
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GOL 506 - Sequence Stratigraphy
Credit(s): 3
A study of sequence stratigraphy and sequence stratigraphic relationships and the identification, origin, distribution and correlation of sedimentary cycles.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 242 and GOL 408
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GOL 507 - Sedimentology
Credit(s): 3
Study of sediments and sedimentary processes.
Lab Fee: Lab fee required.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing and permission of instructor Co-requisite(s): GOL 507L
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GOL 507L - Sedimentology Lab
Credit(s): 0
Study of sediments and sedimentary processes.
Lab Fee: Lab fee required.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing and permission of instructor Co-requisite(s): GOL 507L
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GOL 508 - Clastic Depositional Systems
Credit(s): 3
Clastic depositional systems investigates the environments associated with clastic and volcanoclastic sediments, as well as the subsequent diagenesis of these rocks.
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