200
The Earth's history as revealed in the rock record. Geologic processes and concepts are applied to the evolution of North America and life through geologic time. Prerequisites: One of:
GEL 100; or
GEL 101, 102; or
GEL 105, 102; or GEL 130.
Credits
3(2-2)
Study of the geologic processes responsible for creating the areas set aside as National Parks and National Monuments. Recommended for the traveler, naturalist, or park administrator.
Credits
3(3-0)
Introduction to the properties and movements of ocean waters; to marine life, the ocean floors, and the effects of the oceans on humans. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Identical to
GEO 205, credit may not be earned in both courses. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)
Credits
3(3-0)
Cross Listed Courses
GEO 205
An introduction to the history of life on Earth. Topics include geologic time, plate tectonics, evolution, origin of life, and the evolutionary history of vertebrates. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)
Credits
3(3-0)
This course explores applications that aid in the analysis of geoscience data. Integration of various geospatial data sources and analysis pertinent to geoscientists. Identical to
MET 250; credit may not be earned in both of these courses. Prerequisites: GEO 203; One of: ENS 101 or MET 101 or
MET 140 or
MET 260 or
GEL 100 or
GEL 101, 102 or
GEL 105, 102 or GEL 130.
Credits
3(3-0)
Cross Listed Courses
MET 250
A study of special topics presented on demand when sufficient students and interested faculty are available.
Credits
1(Spec)
Students learn to solve geoscience-specific problems through application of quantitative methods, graphs, and spreadsheets. Prerequisites:
MTH 132; One of:
GEL 100 or
GEL 101, 102 or
GEL 105, 102 or GEL 130.
Credits
2(0-4)
An introduction to methods of geologic research and investigation. Topics include information gathering (library, Internet), field methods (observations, measurements, sampling, map-making), and report writing. Prerequisites:
GEL 101 or
GEL 105, and
GEL 102; or
GEL 100 or GEL 130.
Credits
3(2-2)