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GIS 420 - Ecological Planning
Credit(s): 3
Application of GIS to solving management of spatial applications for natural and cultural resources. Formulation, writing and implementation of multiple-use spatial management and planning.
When Offered: Fall only.
Course Fee: Course fee $25.
Prerequisite(s): GIS 201 or GIS 224 , and GIS 301 or GIS 390 , and GIS 405 , GIS 410
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GIS 425 - Mobile and Field GIS
Credit(s): 3
GIS data management with focus on building geodatabase, field mapping and inventory using mobile GPS/GIS devices. Students will be working on projects related to GIS data collection and processing using GIS/GPS.
Course Fee: Course fee $25.
Prerequisite(s): GIS 201 or GIS 224
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GIS 425L - Mobile and Field GIS Lab
Credit(s): 0
GIS data management with focus on building geodatabase, field mapping and inventory using mobile GPS/GIS devices. Students will be working on projects related to GIS data collection and processing using GIS/GPS.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
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GIS 460 - GIS Internship
Credit(s): 3
Studies in applications of GIS and/or GPS in an operational setting under the supervision of an approved company/organization. Must be arranged in advance and approved by the dean’s office.
Repeated: May be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours.
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GIS 463 - Special Problems
Credit(s): 1-3
Individual study in the area of GIS, GPS or other areas of spatial science. Must be arranged in advance and approved by the dean’s office.
Repeated: May be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours.
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GIS 464 - Contemporary Topics in Geospatial Science
Credit(s): 3
Classes conducted on current topics in spatial science.
Repeated: May be repeated for a maximum of nine credit hours.
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GEO 130 - Physical Geography
Credit(s): 3
Provides systematic examination of the physical environment with primary emphasis on the nature, location and general patterns of landforms, climate, vegetation and soils. Describes processes that shape the Earth’s surfaces at global, regional and local scales.
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GEO 131 - World Regional Geography
Credit(s): 3
Broad investigation of the world’s culture regions. Basic cultural, economic, political and physical patterns with current events highlighted.
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GEO 220 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Credit(s): 3
Overview of computer-based GIS concepts and components. Topics include spatial (location) and attributes (descriptions of features), base maps, spatial data manipulation and analysis.
Course Fee: Course fee $40.
Co-requisite(s): GEO 220L
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GEO 220L - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Lab
Credit(s): 0
Overview of computer-based GIS concepts and components. Topics include spatial (location) and attributes (descriptions of features), base maps, spatial data manipulation and analysis.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Co-requisite(s): GEO 220
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GEO 230 - Cultural Geography
Credit(s): 3
The study of how culturally diverse societies adapted to and modified the Earth’s surfaces creating “cultural landscapes,” which contrast with pristine “natural landscapes.”
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GEO 305 - Biogeography
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to the distribution patterns of wild plants and animals and the factors that determine these patterns.
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GEO 310 - Economic Geography
Credit(s): 3
Surveys human influences on patterns of contemporary global economic activities. Economic patterns examined at local to global scales. Themes include spatial dimensions of resource use, energy consumption, trade, transportation, communication, population, agriculture/industrial patterns and trends of post-modern landscapes.
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GEO 315 - Cartography
Credit(s): 3
Principles and theory of basic map design, layout and communication.
Course Fee: Course fee $30.
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GEO 320 - GIS for Social Sciences
Credit(s): 3
Applies common GIS to the social sciences and other related fields. Emphasizes acquiring and mapping information, such as business and customer marketing data, census/demographic data, city/county infrastructure, measures of health and historical/literary locations.
Course Fee: Course fee $30.
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GEO 330 - Texas Geography
Credit(s): 3
Physical and cultural geography of Texas, including physical regions, distribution of natural resources, environmental issues, patterns of historical and contemporary population, economic activities, political trends and impacts of urbanization on landscapes.
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GEO 332 - Geography of the United States and Canada
Credit(s): 3
Surveys the human and physical geography of North America, including physical regions, economic activities, political trends and environmental issues.
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GEO 344 - Historical Geography of the United States
Credit(s): 3
Historical spatial interpretation of growth and development of the United States, human activities that shaped landscapes and environmental and cultural landscape changes and patterns.
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GEO 365 - Political Geography
Credit(s): 3
Surveys geopolitical patterns and political ecology at local, national and international scales. Topics include nation-states, geopolitical strategies, neo-colonialism, territoriality, boundaries, redistricting and adaption/resistance to globalization.
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GEO 375 - Topics in Geography
Credit(s): 3
In-depth geographical study and analysis of selected topics, states and/or regions. May be repeated once with change in topic. Suggested background: Six semester hours of geography or related fields.
Repeated: May be repeated once with change in topic.
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GEO 400 - Geography Internship
Credit(s): 3-6
Instructor’s permission required.
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GEO 410 - Remote Sensing
Credit(s): 3
Analysis and interpretation of remote sensing images with emphasis on the cultural and physical features and patterns found on all imagery. Suggested background: nine semester hours of geography or related fields.
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GEO 410L - Remote Sensing Lab
Credit(s): 0
Analysis and interpretation of remote sensing images with emphasis on the cultural and physical features and patterns found on all imagery. Suggested background: nine semester hours of geography or related fields.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
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GEO 434 - Conservation Geography
Credit(s): 3
Examines human modification of landscapes and the impact of cultural processes on land use and conservation. Topics include current issues in conservation and preservation.
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GEO 439 - Urban Geography
Credit(s): 3
Examines patterns found in cities, suburbs, exurbs and metropolitan regions. Emphasis on housing, land use, urban politics, urban models, impact on surrounding landscapes. Identifies form, function and classification systems for urban areas.
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GEO 443 - Meteorology
Credit(s): 3
Fundamental physical processes producing the short-term patterns of temperature, moisture, atmospheric circulation and storms of the atmosphere. Suggested background: nine semester hours of geography, including GEO 130 . Required field trips.
Same As: (Same as FOR 443 )
Course Fee: Course fee $30.
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GEO 450 - Area Studies
Credit(s): 3
Physical, cultural, political and economic characteristics of specified states and regions. Area may vary from continental to city scale.
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GEO 475 - Advanced Independent Studies in Geography
Credit(s): 1-3
Credit determined by the amount and difficulty of the project undertaken. Individual instruction, conference and research for advanced students.
Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of geography
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GOL 101 - Fundamentals of Earth Science
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to the fundamental principles of Earth science. Topics include the Earth’s structure and surface landforms; mineral and energy resources; geologic hazards such as volcanoes, earthquakes and landslides; water resources and the unifying theory of plate tectonics. May not be taken by geology majors.
Co-requisite(s): GOL 101L
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GOL 101L - Fundmentals of Earth Science Lab
Credit(s): 0
An introduction to the fundamental principles of Earth science. Topics include the Earth’s structure and surface landforms; mineral and energy resources; geologic hazards, such as volcanoes, earthquakes and landslides; water resources and the unifying theory of plate tectonics. May not be taken by geology majors.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Co-requisite(s): GOL 101
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GOL 131 - Introductory Geology
Credit(s): 3
Designed for the student with no geology background. Introduction to the study of minerals, rocks and the processes that modify and shape the surface features of the Earth. Focus on energy, mineral and water resources; volcanism; and other practical aspects of geology.
Co-requisite(s): GOL 131L
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GOL 131L - Introductory Geology Lab
Credit(s): 1
Lab for GOL 131 .
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
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GOL 132 - Historical Geology
Credit(s): 3
The history and development of the continents and ocean basins and the evolution of life on Earth; includes earthquakes and the Earth’s interior, mountain building, drifting continents and sea-floor spreading, the Ice Ages, space science and oceanography.
Course Fee: Course fee $10.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 131 or GOL 101 Co-requisite(s): GOL 132L
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GOL 132L - Historical Geology Lab
Credit(s): 1
Lab for GOL 132 .
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 101 and GOL 131 Co-requisite(s): GOL 132
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GOL 241 - Mineralogy
Credit(s): 3
The properties, identification, classification, occurrence and applications of minerals; crystallography (crystal classes, lattices and external morphology); crystal chemistry (bonding and crystal structures); and optical mineralogy (mineral optics, polarized light microscopy).
Prerequisite(s): CHE 133, GOL 131 Co-requisite(s): GOL 241L
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GOL 241L - Mineralogy Lab
Credit(s): 0
The properties, identification, classification, occurrence and applications of minerals; crystallography (crystal classes, lattices and external morphology); crystal chemistry (bonding and crystal structures); and optical mineralogy (mineral optics, polarized light microscopy).
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Co-requisite(s): GOL 241
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GOL 242 - Igneous & Metamorphic Petrology
Credit(s): 3
The petrology (origin, composition and distribution) and petrography (detailed description and systematic classification) of igneous and metamorphic rocks in hand sample and thin section.
Concurrently: No
Course Fee: Course fee $50 to $205. Field trip fees required.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 132, GOL 241, CHE 134 Co-requisite(s): GOL 242L
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GOL 242L - Igneous & Metamorphic Petrology Lab
Credit(s): 0
The petrology (origin, composition and distribution) and petrography (detailed description and systematic classification) of igneous and metamorphic rocks in hand sample and thin section.
Concurrently: No
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 132, GOL 241, CHE 134 Co-requisite(s): GOL 242
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GOL 243 - Sedimentary Petrology
Credit(s): 3
Identification, origin, diagenesis, occurrence and association of sediments and sedimentary rocks.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 132, GOL 241, CHE 134 Co-requisite(s): GOL 243L
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GOL 243L - Sedimentary Petrology Lab
Credit(s): 0
Identification, origin, diagenesis, occurrence and association of sediments and sedimentary rocks.
Concurrently: No
Lab Fee: Lab fee $30.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 132, GOL 241, CHE 134 Co-requisite(s): GOL 243
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GOL 303 - Oceanography
Credit(s): 3
Study of the marine environment with emphasis on the structure, properties and processes of the ocean and their role in the total environment.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 101 or GOL 131
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GOL 330 - Geomorphology
Credit(s): 3
Genesis, characteristics and analysis of land forms based on a consideration of geological processes, stages of development and geological structures.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 101 or GOL 131 or GEO 130
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GOL 332 - North American Geology
Credit(s): 3
Study of the geologic evolution, history and framework of the North American continent.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 101 or GOL 131 and GOL 132
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GOL 338 - Structural Geology
Credit(s): 3
Genesis, classification and description of structural features resulting from rock deformation. Required field trips.
Concurrently: No
Course Fee: Course fee $175. Field trip fees required.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 408 Co-requisite(s): GOL 338L
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GOL 338L - Structural Geology Lab
Credit(s): 0
Genesis, classification and description of structural features resulting from rock deformation. Required field trips.
Concurrently: No
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 408 Co-requisite(s): GOL 338
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GOL 342 - Planetary Geology
Credit(s): 3
Three semester hour course covering topics concerning application of geoscience to the astronomical realm. The course material involves solar system and planetary formation, geosphere-atmosphere-hydrosphere interactions, planetary materials, asteroids, meteorites, comets, stellar evolution and remote sensing.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 101 or GOL 131
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GOL 350 - Environmental Geology
Credit(s): 3
Three semester hours lecture per week. Study of geological phenomena that are important in man’s effective utilization of his physical environment, including global cycles, demographics, soils, energy resources, land use and geologic hazards.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 101 or GOL 131
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GOL 361 - Invertebrate Paleontology
Credit(s): 3
Morphology, classification, evolutionary history, ecology and geologic significance of the major groups of invertebrate fossils.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 131 and GOL 132 or permission of instructor Co-requisite(s): GOL 361L
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GOL 361L - Invertebrate Paleontology Lab
Credit(s): 0
Morphology, classification, evolutionary history, ecology and geologic significance of the major groups of invertebrate fossils.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Co-requisite(s): GOL 361
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GOL 364 - Field Geology
Credit(s): 6
Methods and application of geologic field techniques. Emphasis on reconnaissance, detailed geologic mapping and field report preparation.
Concurrently: No
Course Fee: Course fee $1,495. Field trip fee required.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 338
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GOL 406 - Earth Science Activities
Credit(s): 4
Practical applications of Earth science principles from geology, oceanography, astronomy and meteorology; designed for students preparing to become elementary or secondary teachers.
Co-requisite(s): GOL 406L
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GOL 406L - Earth Science Activities Lab
Credit(s): 0
Practical applications of Earth science principles from geology, oceanography, astronomy and meteorology; designed for students preparing to become elementary or secondary teachers.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Co-requisite(s): GOL 406
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GOL 408 - Stratigraphy and Sedimentation
Credit(s): 3
Study of basic stratigraphic relations and the identification, origin, distribution and correlation of sedimentary rocks.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 242 and GOL 243 Co-requisite(s): GOL 408L
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GOL 408L - Stratigraphy and Sedimentation Lab
Credit(s): 0
Study of basic stratigraphic relations and the identification, origin, distribution and correlation of sedimentary rocks.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 242 and GOL 243 Co-requisite(s): GOL 408
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GOL 410 - Engineering Geology
Credit(s): 3
Application of geology to engineering practice. Topics include soil mechanics, foundations, engineering classification of soils, slope stability and drainage, and storm water management.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 101 or GOL 131; and MTH 133
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GOL 410L - Engineering Geology Lab
Credit(s): 0
Application of geology to engineering practice. Topics include soil mechanics, foundations, engineering classification of soils, slope stability and drainage, and storm water management.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Co-requisite(s): GOL 410
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GOL 420 - Geochemistry
Credit(s): 3
Applications of chemical laws and methods to the solution of geological problems.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 242 and GOL 243; or permission of the instructor Co-requisite(s): GOL 420L
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GOL 420L - Geochemistry Lab
Credit(s): 0
Applications of chemical laws and methods to the solution of geological problems.
Concurrently: No
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 242 and GOL 243; or permission of instructor Co-requisite(s): GOL 420
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GOL 422 - Geoenvironmental Characterization
Credit(s): 3
This course provides an introduction for students interested in learning field techniques used to characterize the geologic environment and basic mathematical and computational skills necessary to interpret data collected in the field and processed in the laboratory, including spreadsheet operations, data retrieval and statistical analyses.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 101 or GOL 131
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GOL 423 - Aqueous Geochemistry
Credit(s): 3
An in-depth investigation into chemical reactions that occur in natural waters, including detailed descriptions of thermodynamic and kinetic modeling, chemical speciation, mineral dissolution/precipitation, and redox cycling.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 420 or permission from instructor
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GOL 430 - Fundamentals of Plate Tectonics
Credit(s): 3
Plate tectonic theory provides a fundamental framework for understanding Earth’s geological and geophysical phenomena. This course will explore the development, strengths and limitations of plate tectonic theory. Topics include Earth’s structure and isostasy, paleomagnetic data, detailed examination of plate boundaries and orogenesis, modern and reconstructed plate configurations, plate kinematics and controlling forces, and the supercontinent cycle.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 131 , GOL 132
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GOL 432 - Petroleum Geology and Fossil Fuels
Credit(s): 3
Two hours lecture plus three hours lab. An introduction to fossil fuels with an emphasis on hydrocarbon generation and exploration techniques. Topics will include properties of hydrocarbons; preservation conditions and migration pathways; source rocks, reservoir rocks and trapping mechanisms; common exploration techniques, such as wireline logging and seismic interpretation; and an overview on the preservation and exploration of other fossil fuels, such as coal, unconventional hydrocarbons, tar sands and methane clathrates.
Concurrently: No
Course Fee: Course fee $40.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 408 Co-requisite(s): GOL 432L
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GOL 432L - Petroleum Geology and Fossil Fuels Lab
Credit(s): 0
Two hours lecture plus three hours lab. An introduction to fossil fuels with an emphasis on hydrocarbon generation and exploration techniques. Topics will include properties of hydrocarbons; preservation conditions and migration pathways; source rocks, reservoir rocks and trapping mechanisms; common exploration techniques, such as wireline logging and seismic interpretation; and an overview on the preservation and exploration of other fossil fuels, such as coal, unconventional hydrocarbons, tar sands and methane clathrates.
Concurrently: No
Co-requisite(s): GOL 432
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GOL 433 - Petroleum Exploration Techniques
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to petroleum exploration techniques commonly used in the field. Course will mostly focus on wireline logging, although some time will be spent on cores and correlating information between multiple sources and seismic interpretation.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 408
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GOL 435 - Introduction to Geophysics
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to the basic theories and methodologies of the major geophysical methods. This course reviews the benefits and limitations of the main geophysical techniques.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 408 AND PHY 131; or permission of instructor Co-requisite(s): GOL 435L
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GOL 435L - Introduction to Geophysics Lab
Credit(s): 0
Introduction to the basic theories and methodologies of the major geophysical methods. This course reviews the benefits and limitations of the main geophysical techniques.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 408 AND PHY 131; or permission of instructor Co-requisite(s): GOL 435
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GOL 440 - Earth Resources
Credit(s): 3
This course provides an introduction to the geologic and economic factors that result in the development of commercial concentrations of mineral resources. Emphasis will be placed on the descriptive geology and origin of economic mineral concentrations within the context of their overall geologic settings. The geologic and economic nature of metallic and industrial mineral commodities in varied geologic environments will be discussed. Related topics to be discussed include importance of mineral resources to the global economy, mineral exploration and evaluation, and mineral extraction and processing.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 101 or GOL 131
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GOL 443L - Optical Mineralogy Lab
Credit(s): 0
Optical behavior of crystals and identification of rock-forming minerals with the polarizing microscope.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $30.
Co-requisite(s): GOL 443
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GOL 444 - Geoanalytical Methods
Credit(s): 3
The application of common geoanalytical methods to geologic materials (minerals, rocks and engineering samples) and approaches to data analysis.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 242 and GOL 243, or permission of instructor
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GOL 445 - Geochronology
Credit(s): 3
The principles and practical applications of using radiogenic isotope systems to determine the timing of geologic events and the rates of geologic processes.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 132
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GOL 449 - Hydrogeology
Credit(s): 3
Principles of occurrence and movement of water beneath the Earth’s surface and the influence of various geologic situations upon its behavior, depletion, recharge and contamination of ground water supplies.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 420 or FOR 409 or ENV 412 Co-requisite(s): GOL 449L
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GOL 449L - Hydrogeology Lab
Credit(s): 0
Principles of occurrence and movement of water beneath the Earth’s surface and the influence of various geologic situations upon its behavior, depletion, recharge and contamination of ground water supplies.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 420 or FOR 409 or ENV 412 Co-requisite(s): GOL 449
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GOL 450 - Cave and Karst Systems
Credit(s): 3
This course will explore the underground world of caves as students are introduced to the complexities of karst systems, including the geologic and hydrologic controls on porosity evolution in soluble rocks. Students will learn characteristics and behavior of fluid flow through multi-permeability systems as it applies to karst aquifers and mineral deposits. Students will be introduced to the unique environmental and engineering concerns associated with karst terrains and groundwater resources.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 101 or GOL 131
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GOL 451 - Hydrogeology Field Techniques
Credit(s): 3
This course emphasizes the various techniques utilized in groundwater studies for characterization and monitoring of water resources. Students will learn how to evaluate aquifers, including practical field experience that emphasizes the various requirements and procedures involved in hydrogeologic sampling. Students will conduct field exercises that investigate groundwater, including well design, well installation and aquifer characterization.
Course Fee: Course fee $210.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 449 Co-requisite(s): GOL 451L
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GOL 451L - Hydrogeology Field Techniques Lab
Credit(s): 0
This course emphasizes the various techniques utilized in groundwater studies for characterization and monitoring of water resources. Students will learn how to evaluate aquifers, including practical field experience that emphasizes the various requirements and procedures involved in hydrogeologic sampling. Students will conduct field exercises that investigate groundwater, including well design, well installation and aquifer characterization.
Lab Fee: Lab fee required.
Co-requisite(s): GOL 451
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GOL 471 - Special Topics in Geology
Credit(s): 1-4
Study of specific areas in geology.
Course Fee: Course fee $80 to $175.
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GOL 472L - Field Methods
Credit(s): 1
Designed to give the student practice using field equipment and to learn and apply geologic principles in the field.
Lab Fee: Lab fee $10.
Prerequisite(s): GOL 408 Co-requisite(s): GOL 338 and GOL 338L
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GOL 475 - Special Problems
Credit(s): 1-4
Individual study in some field of geology, guided through individual conference with professor in charge.
Repeated: May be repeated once.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of department chair. Permission of instructor must be obtained prior to enrollment.
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GOL 476 - Geoscience Research
Credit(s): 1-3
One to three semester hours. May be repeated for a total of three hours credit. Directed, individual research in geoscience.
Course Fee: n/a
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor
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GOL 479 - Senior Seminar
Credit(s): 1
One semester hour course focused on developing improved oral technical, professional, academic and interviewing skills for seniors in geology. A participatory seminar exposing students to industry professionals and academics in various fields of along with completing assignments and experiences associated with career and academic development in order to prepare students to utilize a degree in geology.
Concurrently: No
Prerequisite(s): GOL 242, GOL 243 and senior standing
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GER 131 - Elementary German I
Credit(s): 3
Introductory study of German language and culture of German-speaking countries with speaking, listening, reading and writing practice.
Course Fee: Course fee $35.
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GER 132 - Elementary German II
Credit(s): 3
A continuation of GER 131 .
Course Fee: Course fee $35.
Prerequisite(s): C in GER 131 or equivalent
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GER 231 - Intermediate German I
Credit(s): 3
Continued development of oral expression and listening comprehension with increased emphasis on reading and writing skills.
Course Fee: Course fee $35.
Prerequisite(s): C in GER 132 or equivalent
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GER 232 - Intermediate German II
Credit(s): 3
Cultural and literary readings, composition and grammar review.
Prerequisite(s): GER 231 or equivalent with a grade of C or higher
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GER 235 - Intermediate German Conversation
Credit(s): 3
Development of interactive conversational skills with progress toward a more academic style of speaking. Review of grammatical structures of German, enrichment of active vocabulary and understanding of different levels of formality of spoken German.
Prerequisite(s): GER 231 or the equivalent with a grade of C or higher
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GER 303 - Advanced Grammar and Composition
Credit(s): 3
Development of the reading and composition skills necessary for advanced German coursework.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or higher in GER 232 or equivalent
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GER 330 - German Civilization and Culture
Credit(s): 3
Overview of German history with emphasis on political, social, artistic and cultural trends.
Prerequisite(s): GER 303 or taken concurrently
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GER 335 - Advanced Conversation
Credit(s): 3
Development of speaking and listening skills aimed at a higher level of oral proficiency. Emphasis on academic and persuasive discourse, analysis of cultural topics and public speaking.
Prerequisite(s): GER 235
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GER 435 - Topics in German Film and Literature
Credit(s): 3
Advanced studies in German film and literature. Variable topics.
Repeated: May be repeated once for credit with different topic.
Prerequisite(s): GER 330
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GER 475 - Independent Study
Credit(s): 3
Individual instruction, conference and research for advanced students. By permission of department chair.
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HSC 121 - Core Concepts in Health
Credit(s): 3
Introductory course that examines the multi-dimensional factors (emotional, environmental, intellectual, occupational, physical, social and spiritual) that affect optimal health.
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HSC 151 - ARC First Aid for Health Emergencies
Credit(s): 3
Opportunity for certification in standard first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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HSC 216 - Introduction to Community and Public Health
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to address aspects of community and public health, survey career opportunities for health professionals, and explore the community and health care delivery system. Legal, ethical and philosophical foundations of community health will be explored.
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HSC 235 - Health Concepts for Children and Adolescents
Credit(s): 3
This course will focus on theories commonly used in public health interventions and their application to intervention design. Emphasis will be on an in-depth understanding of health promotion theories and their constructs for application to behavior change. Includes discussion of research study design, reliability, validity, evaluation and scientific writing.
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HSC 310 - Public Health Theory and Research
Credit(s): 3
This course will focus on theories commonly used in public health interventions and their application to intervention design. Emphasis will be on an in-depth understanding of health promotion theories and their constructs for application to behavior change. Includes discussion of research study design, reliability, validity, evaluation and scientific writing.
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HSC 337 - Consumer Health
Credit(s): 3
Principles of consumer concepts, marketing, economic protections and sources of information in selecting health products and services. Analysis of major consumer health issues and the social and psychological factors that influence consumer choices.
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HSC 345 - Epidemiology
Credit(s): 3
Modern concepts of epidemiology, including infectious and non-infectious disease. An interdisciplinary approach directed toward primary, secondary and tertiary prevention.
Prerequisite(s): HSC 121 and four hours of biology
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HSC 351 - Substance Prevention Education
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to the affects and rationales of substance and drug use, misuse and abuse. Current trends in prevention and treatment strategies. Emphasis on the physiological, psychological, sociological, pharmacological and legal aspects of drugs in society.
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HSC 375 - Health and Aging
Credit(s): 3
Examines aging related to the individual, families, communities and society as it relates to public health impact, policy and practice. Demographic, biologic, epidemiologic, psychologic and sociologic influences on aging beliefs and practices are explored. Functional capacity, disability and deterioration, health service availability and usage, federal and state health policy, and ethics involved with aging and elder care also will be studied.
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