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2017-2018 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies |
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GWS 4100 - Major Figures (3)
When Offered: Spring. Alternate years
Variable topic. This course provides an opportunity for in-depth study of the contributions of one or more major figures in gender, women’s, and sexuality studies.
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GWS 4101 - Capstone in Major Figures (3)
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Variable topic. A senior capstone experience in the in-depth study of the contributions of one or more major figures in gender, women’s, and sexuality studies.
Prerequisites: senior standing.
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GWS 4300 - Transnational Topics in Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Variable topic. A study of feminist engagements with empire, globalization, and diaspora.
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GWS 4301 - Capstone in Transnational Topics in Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies (3)
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Variable topic. A senior capstone in feminist engagements with empire, globalization, and diaspora.
Prerequisites: senior standing.
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GWS 4600 - Queer Theory (3)
When Offered: Spring. Alternate years
An advanced study of ideas and figures central to queer theory. Questions explored include the norms and assumptions that structure our understanding of identity and its complex relationship to sexuality, sex and gender. Figures discussed include Foucault, Sedgwick and Butler. This course also investigates queer theory’s critique of both hetero-and homo-normativity.
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GWS 4601 - Capstone in Queer Theory (3)
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
A senior capstone experience in the advanced study of ideas and figures central to queer theory. Questions explored include the norms and assumptions that structure our understanding of identity and its complex relationship to sexuality, sex and gender. Figures discussed include Foucault, Sedgwick and Butler. This course also investigates queer theory’s critique of both hetero- and homo-normativity.
Students who have previously received credit for GWS 4600 may not enroll in or receive credit for GWS 4601.
Prerequisites: senior standing.
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GWS 4700 - Seminar in Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies (3)
When Offered: Spring. Alternate years
Variable topic. This course provides an opportunity for in-depth study of a contemporary issue, movement, or debate in gender, women’s, and sexuality studies.
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GWS 4701 - Capstone in Seminar in Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies (3)
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Variable topic. A senior capstone experience in an in-depth study of a contemporary issue, movement, or debate in gender, women’s and sexuality studies.
Prerequisite: senior standing.
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GWS 4900 - Internship in Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies (1-6)
When Offered: On Demand
Supervised work in an appropriate field experience.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing and approval from the Director of Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies prior to enrolling.
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GWS 4901 - Capstone Internship in Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies (3)
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Supervised work in an appropriate field experience. Students will complete and present a paper on a topic central to their internship experience. Students who have previously received credit for GWS 4900 may not enroll in or receive credit for GWS 4901.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisites: senior standing and approval from the Director of Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies prior to enrolling.
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General Science |
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G S 3300 - Educational Applications of Science Concepts (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is designed to address science concepts relevant to K-12 teachers in the realms of physical, biological, and earth sciences. Pedagogy reflects styles used in K-12 classrooms: emphasis on inquiry, concept development, quantitative applications, and technology. Course content aligns with the North Carolina Standard Course of Study, the National Science Education Standards, and the Frameworks for 21st-Century Learning.
Prerequisites: MAT 1010 or higher and at least sophomore standing.
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G S 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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G S 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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G S 4403 - Teaching Science in Middle and High Schools (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This course is for the prospective middle/high school science teacher and it focuses on effective instructional strategies for teaching principles associated with major school science disciplines. Emphasis is placed on planning, science process skills, inquiry-based instruction, hands-on/minds-on activities, improvising materials, demonstrations, and assessment techniques. Special emphasis is also placed on the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and the Next Generation Science Education Standards. A minimum of 15 hours of experience in public school classrooms will be required as part of this course. It is STRONGLY ADVISED that all other requirements for licensure (except student teaching) be completed prior to this course.
Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent. [Dual-listed with GS 5403.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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G S 4404 - The Meaning and Nature of Science (3)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
The goal of this course is to help students develop a sound understanding of the nature of science, the process of scientific inquiry, and the reciprocal relationship between science and society through a critical examination of the history of science since the Renaissance. Lecture three hours.
Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent. [Dual-listed with GS 5404.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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GHY 1010 - Introduction to Physical Geography (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Sustainability and Global Resources”)
A comprehensive study of our physical earth emphasizing the distributional patterns and inter-relatedness of its land, soils, natural vegetation and habitat, and weather and climate. Examinations of environmental issues including hazardous wastes, acid rain, floods, droughts, deforestation and air pollution.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GHY 1011 - Global Climate Change (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Global Environmental Change”)
This course provides a scientific examination of global climate change, including the physical patterns within the atmosphere, climate change due to both natural and anthropogenic forcing mechanisms, and projections of future change at various spatial scales. Students will employ the scientific method in a series of field-based experiments to answer problems and address issues that Geography and Planning complement the lecture material and focus on aspects of global climate change. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GHY 1012 - Global Change of the Biosphere (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Global Environmental Change”)
An introduction to the patterns, dynamics, and causes of change in the biosphere. Students will examine the fundamental geographic determinants of biodiversity patterns and the natural and human factors that drive biotic change, including climate change, land cover change, and biological invasions. Students will use the scientific method in hands-on laboratory activities to investigate causal relationships between global change processes and biome shifts, species migration, extinction, and loss of biodiversity. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GHY 1020 - Geographic Diversity and Globalization (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Liberal Studies Experience
The study of our contemporary world through an examination of many of its regions. Examination of global issues, including population, technology and culture change, rural versus urban development, the environment and climate, international trade, political identity, and international conflict.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GHY 1040 - Introduction to Human Geography (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Liberal Studies Experience
This course examines the spatial patterns of human society. By focusing on the description and analysis of the spatial dimensions of human language, economy, religion and government, this course is a celebration of human diversity. Lectures, readings, films, slides, writing exercises, map quizzes and class discussions will help the student to understand and appreciate the geography of the human mosaic.
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GHY 2310 - Cartographic Design and Analysis (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An introduction to the relevance of maps, techniques of map interpretation, and map construction. Students will develop a knowledge of basic computer operations, cartographic communication theory, map use, data selection and processing, map design, and computerized map production techniques. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
(ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .)
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GHY 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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GHY 2812 - Geospatial Data and Technology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An introduction to geospatial data and technology used by geographers, planners and others. This includes the collection, management and output of geospatial data. Topics include computing fundamentals, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning System (GPS), remote sensing, and database management systems. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
(ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 . (Same as PLN 2812 .)
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GHY 3000 - Communicating Geographic Information (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This course introduces students to writing styles in geography and provides practice with written and oral communication skills in a variety of academic and professional contexts. Students will critically evaluate geographic writing and oral presentations, use writing as a means of enhancing clarity of thought and depth of knowledge in geography, and communicate effectively in academic and professional settings.
Prerequisites: junior standing and registration is restricted to geography majors; and R C 2001 or its equivalent.
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GHY 3011 - Europe Past and Present (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course will explore the geography of the European region, including population, technology and culture change, rural versus urban development, the environment and climate, international trade, political identity, and international conflict.
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GHY 3012 - U.S. and Canada (3)
When Offered: Spring
A survey of the physical, demographic, economic, and political patterns in the United States and Canada, with a focus on characteristics of regions. Students will examine historical and contemporary factors contributing to the geographic diversity and interdependence of the two countries.
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GHY 3013 - North Carolina (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The study of contemporary conditions and problems of land and people in a southern state. Topics include: economic development and potential for change, population mobility, urbanization and the impact of development in rural and environmentally fragile areas, regional impact of changing life styles, national and international interdependence. Recommended for future North Carolina teachers, public administrators and business leaders.
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GHY 3014 - Geography of Latin America (3)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Las Americas”)
This course stresses the diversity of physical environments, cultural traditions, and economic activities within Latin America and places special emphasis on the unique approaches that geographers bring to the study of this region. This course develops understanding of spatial patterns in Latin America through current readings, class discussions, lectures, slides, and videos.
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GHY 3015 - The Geography of Asia (3)
When Offered: Fall
An introductory survey of the region. Emphasis is placed on the geographical patterns and the similarities and differences in physical and cultural environments, population growth, mobility and urbanization; natural resource location and exploitation; economic growth and international linkages; the environmental implications of development; and political stability and change.
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GHY 3016 - Geography of the American South (3)
When Offered: Spring
A geographical examination of the natural regions, cultural landscapes, and regional identity of the American South. Topics include colonial settlement, spatial patterns of slavery and race, regional folk culture, geography of economic activity, globalization and social change, and patterns of physical geography. A focus will be the influence of the American South on American cultural identity.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GHY 3017 - Spain and North Africa (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course analyzes Spain and North Africa’s geography, history, culture, politics, and society. The course will focus on critical periods, events, socio-political forces, and geographic characteristics that substantially influenced Spain and the countries of North Africa, and demonstrate Spain’s role as one of Europe’s key links to Latin America and North Africa.
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GHY 3100 - Weather and Climate (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course focuses on the basic principles, elements, and controls of meteorology and climatology. The primary objectives are to familiarize the student with major components of the earth’s atmosphere, to enhance the student’s understanding of the spatial distribution of meteorological elements, and to demonstrate the interactions between human activities and atmospheric elements.
Prerequisite: GHY 1010 or GHY 1011 or permission of the instructor.
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GHY 3110 - Ecoregions and Dynamic Landforms (3)
When Offered: Fall
The course examines changes in natural and human environments that are illustrative of the broad principles of physical geography. Students will apply laboratory and field methods to analyze changing environments around the world. The course is a comprehensive study of our physical earth, emphasizing the patterns and interrelations of natural vegetation and landforms in North America and globally. Students will study the interactions between physical systems and human activities, and human effects on environmental quality and sustainability.
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GHY 3130 - Geography of Biodiversity (3)
When Offered: Spring
The study of past and present geographic patterns of biodiversity. The course focuses on the living environment, emphasizing the physical and ecological conditions and processes that influence the distributions of organisms, communities, and ecosystems. Topics include past climates and continental configurations, dispersal and invasion, patterns of speciation and extinction, biodiversity, and application of biogeographic concepts of environmental conservation.
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GHY 3140 - Mountain Geography (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course explores the physical and human dimensions of mountain environments. Specific topics include: global change in mountain environments, mountain meteorology, mountain hazards, glacial processes, mountain peoples and cultures, health and health care, human adaptation to mountains, and sustainable mountain development. Case studies are drawn from mountain regions around the world, especially the Appalachians, Andes, and Himalayas, with regional emphasis varying by the instructor.
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GHY 3210 - Economic Geography (3)
When Offered: Spring
The geographic analysis of world economic systems, regions and patterns, as affected by interrelationships between both human and physical variables. Emphasis will be equally divided between theoretical and real-world patterns. Specific subjects of study include agriculture, manufacturing, services, transportation, urban/rural relationships, international markets and trade, and cultural differences in economic patterns. Recommended for business majors and required for geography majors.
Prerequisite: one introductory course in either geography or economics.
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GHY 3310 - Environmental Remote Sensing (3)
When Offered: Fall
An introduction to remote sensing technologies used for environmental and geographic analysis. Topics include aerial photo interpretation, satellite sensors, analysis of satellite imagery, thermal and radar sensors, and applications of remote sensing technology for vegetation, hydrology, landform, settlement, and economic development studies. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
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GHY 3320 - Environmental Issues in Appalachia (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course offers a systematic study of the physical and cultural setting of Appalachia. Topics include weather and climate, landforms, soils, vegetation, population, settlement and resource use. Emphasis is placed on the various interactions between people and their environment (e.g. air and water pollution, accelerated erosion, landslides). Field trips will be taken.
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GHY 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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GHY 3510 - Advanced Honors Seminar in Geography (3)
When Offered: Spring
Seminar on selected geographic topics.
Enrollment by invitation of the Department or by application. Barring repetitive content, qualified students may repeat course once. For enrollees, this course may substitute for the appropriate Geography elective.
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GHY 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing
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GHY 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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GHY 3600 - Climate Change, Snow and Ice (3)
When Offered: Fall
Students will acquire the scientific background and develop the skills necessary to understand elements of climate change, snow science, and glacial processes. The course will include a comprehensive assessment of climate change detection, attribution, and future climate projection with specific reference to the cryosphere. Topics will include: Arctic sea ice decline, alpine glacier change, sea level rise, ice cores, high-mountain environments, science of snow, climatology of snow, ski industry, and projections of future climate change.
Prerequisite: GHY 1011 .
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GHY 3700 - Geography of Food (3)
When Offered: Spring
Food production and consumption are geographic. What foods we produce, and what foods we consume, are dictated by the specific conditions of place. This course will take a broad view of food production and consumption with an eye towards issues of global sustainability, gender, and justice. While remaining mindful of the global context of food, we will be taking advantage of our location in the southern Appalachians, many of the examples we use in this class will be rooted in the specifics of Watauga County, North Carolina.
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GHY 3800 - Introduction to Quantitative Methods (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will introduce students to a suite of statistical methods used to address research and applied problems in the fields of geography and planning. The course will include discussions of geographic data, sampling techniques, probability theory, parametric/non-parametric techniques in hypothesis testing, and introductory spatial statistics. Classes will address conceptual and theoretical aspects of each technique in conjunction with manual and software-based analyses of geographic data.
(ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .) (Same as PLN 3800 .)
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GHY 3812 - Introduction to GIS (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The course covers principles of geographic information science and applied practice with geographic information systems (GIS). Emphasis will be on the primary functions of GIS use, map design, and spatial analysis relevant to social and environmental issues through laboratory exercises and projects. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites: GHY 2310 and GHY 2812 or permission of the instructor. (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .)
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GHY 3820 - GIS for the Environmental and Social Sciences (3)
When Offered: Fall
The application of geographic information science (GIS) to the environmental and social sciences. Topics include geospatial data, coordinate systems, cartographic design, remote sensing, and spatial analysis. Lab exercises complement classroom lecture and discussion. An independent project will allow students to apply GIS concepts and skills to a research topic in their discipline.
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GHY 4005 - Geography of Health and Disease (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course provides an understanding of medical geography, a field that focuses on geographical aspects of health and diseases. Medical geography deals with human-environment interactions and the influence these interactions have on public health. The course will focus on the geographical patterns of health and disease from the view point of populations rather than individuals, using three main approaches to medical geography research: ecological approaches analyzing relationships between people and their environments; social approaches, including political economy and socio-behavioral approaches; and spatial approaches employing maps and spatial statistics to identify patterns of single and associated variables.
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GHY 4200 - Urban Geography (3)
When Offered: Fall
Spatial organization of human activity focusing on the evolution and organization of city systems, the internal structure of urban areas, and urban problems, policies and planning with emphasis on problem solving and field work. The course is applied in nature and recommended for majors in social studies, business, and planning.
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GHY 4230 - Political Geography (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Spatial aspects of territoriality, boundaries, voting patterns, government programs, formation of political units, political development and integration, and environmental policy.
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GHY 4510 - Senior Honors Thesis (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Independent study and research for an end product, the honors thesis; directed by a member of the geography faculty, supported by one additional faculty member who may be external to the department.
Enrollment by qualified applicants only. For enrollees, this course may substitute for a Geography & Planning free elective or other course as agreed upon by the Geography & Planning Honors Advisor.
Prerequisite: completion of an approved honors sequence, including GHY 3510 (or an approved 3000 or 4000 honors-level substitute).
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GHY 4530-4549 - Selected Topics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
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GHY 4620 - Atmospheric Circulation (3)
When Offered: Fall. Alternate years.
This course focuses on atmospheric circulation at multiple spatial scales. Basic meteorological elements and concepts such as precipitation formation, jet streams, cyclogenesis, and extreme weather are discussed. The course also investigates the major teleconnection patterns of El Niño-Southern Oscillation, Arctic Oscillation, and Madden-Julian Oscillation and their associated regional and global impacts.
Prerequisite: GHY 3100 or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with GHY 5620.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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GHY 4810 - Digital Image Processing (3)
When Offered: Spring
Course focuses on acquisition of digital images, image processing, image enhancement techniques for interpretation, and applications of remote sensing technology. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites: GHY 2812 , GHY 3310 or permission of the instructor. (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .) [Dual-listed with GHY 5810.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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GHY 4812 - Advanced GIS (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GIS is a wide ranging topic encompassing five distinct functions within a total system context. These functions are: 1) data input, 2) data storage, 3) data management, 4) data manipulation and analysis, and 5) data output. Emphasis will be placed on the applications frequently found in geography and planning. This course is project oriented to give the student maximum experience in each of the functions of a GIS and to allow the student to associate the technical areas of GIS with real-world scenarios. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: GHY 3812 or equivalent experience required. (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .) [Dual-listed with GHY 5812.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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GHY 4814 - Principles of GeoComputation (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GeoComputation is spatial analysis with or without a geographic information system (GIS). The increasing power of computational environments enables the creation of new methods for analyzing geographic data. This course will include principles of GeoComputations, GIS programming, and linking GIS with environmental models. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: GHY 3812 or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with GHY 5814.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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GHY 4820 - Geographical Hydrology (3)
When Offered: Spring
The study of the occurrence and movement of water on the earth, with a focus on applications of surface hydrology. Water movement through the hydrologic cycle, flood analysis, and water use/water policy are emphasized.
Prerequisites: GHY 1010 , GHY 3100 , GHY 3110 or with permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with GHY 5820.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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GHY 4830 - Professional Development in Geography and Planning (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
This course provides a capstone experience for graduating geography majors, with a balance between academic and practical experiences. Topics covered include: resume design and cover letter writing, portfolio development, preparation for job interviews, internship experiences, graduate school opportunities, and what it means to be a geographer.
(Same as PLN 4830 .)
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GHY 4900 - Internship in Geography and Planning (3-12)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The internship emphasizes field work in the areas of locational analysis, environmental assessment and impact, and/or land use planning and is conducted jointly with an appropriate public or private agency. The type of internship, location of field experience, and sponsoring agency must be satisfactory to the student and to the department.
Graded on an S/U basis.
A research paper is required.
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GLY 1010 - General Geology Laboratory (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Themes: “Restless Planet: Earth, Environment, and Evolution”; “Life, Earth, and Evolution”; “The Blue Planet”; and “Global Environmental Change”)
Laboratory exercises to supplement the study of topics listed under GLY 1101 , GLY 1102 , GLY 1103 , GLY 1104 , GLY 1105 . Laboratory two hours.
Credit is not allowed for both GLY 1010 and any of the following: GLY 1101 , GLY 1102 , GLY 1103 , GLY 1104 , GLY 1105 .
Prerequisite: 3 credit hours of geology or earth and environmental science.
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GLY 1101 - Introduction to Physical Geology (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “Restless Planet: Earth, Environment, and Evolution”)
Introduction to the composition, origin, and modification of Earth materials through the study of the Earth’s interacting dynamic systems; study and application of the scientific method with reference to the principles of geology as demonstrated through use of case histories and laboratory material. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
(ND prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .) (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 1102 - Introduction to Historical Geology (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Themes: “Life, Earth, and Evolution” and “Restless Planet: Earth, Environment, and Evolution”)
A study of the historical and biological aspects of the science of geology - tectonic models for understanding earth structure and lithospheric history, the physical and paleontological bases for understanding geologic time and dating rocks, biological principles relating to the evolution of organisms revealed in the fossil record, facts and theories of biological evolution, a survey of the evolution of organisms through time, the geologic history of North America, and discussion of the scientific aspects of the scientific-religious controversy of evolution vs. creationism. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
(ND prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .) (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 1103 - Environmental Change, Hazards, and Resources (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Themes: “Restless Planet: Earth, Environment, and Evolution” and “Global Environmental Change”)
A survey of the chemical and physical processes that change the Earth’s crust and surface creating geologic hazards and environmental problems for people; human perturbations of the environment that directly and indirectly affect geological change and human life, such as mining, waste disposal, and agricultural practices; and the principles of origin, distribution, availability, environmental Geology consequences of use, and exploration of the Earth’s mineral and water resources. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
(ND prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .) (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 1104 - Water: Mountains to Sea (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Themes: “The Blue Planet” and “Global Environmental Change”)
A study of the interaction between terrestrial water and geological phenomena. The course applies the scientific method to the study of the continental components of the hydrologic cycle. It also focuses on the interaction of water with the rock and plate tectonic cycles. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 1105 - Oceanography (4)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Science Inquiry Perspective (Theme: “The Blue Planet”)
A study of physical, chemical, biological, and geological oceanography and their interrelationships. Lecture three hours, laboratory twohours.
(ND prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .) (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 1510 - Geological Science Honors-Physical (4)
When Offered: On Demand
The origin, composition, and modification of the Earth and Earth materials through geologic time. Physical and chemical principles are used to evaluate Earth processes. This course, plus GLY 1511 will fulfill the one year general education natural science requirement. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: MAT 1020 or high school equivalent. Enrollment by invitation of the department or by application. (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .)
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GLY 1511 - Geological Science Honors-Historical (4)
When Offered: On Demand
Geochronology, based on biological and physical principles, and the biological principle of evolution and genetics are used in conjunction with geologic principles to evaluate Earth history and the history of life. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: GLY 1510 . Enrollment by invitation of the department or by application. (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .)
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GLY 1842 - Dinosaurs: Then and Now (3)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “How We Know What We Know About the Past: Method, Evidence, Knowledge”)
Perhaps no fossil animals are more familiar than the so-called “terrible lizards,” the dinosaurs. Paleontology is, by definition, a blend of geology and biology, and this course will examine dinosaurs through both disciplinary lenses, as well as considering the history of dinosaur science and the prevalence of dinosaurs in popular culture. This class will survey all aspects of dinosaur paleontology, considering them as fossil organisms and examining their geological, temporal, and current and paleogeographic distribution.
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GLY 2250 - Evolution of the Earth (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course consists of the integrated study of the physicochemical and biological systems of the earth and their evolution over time, including investigation of the persistent linkage of geologic and biologic systems over earth’s history. This course provides a basis for understanding the stratigraphic, geochemical, geophysical, and paleontological data utilized to reconstruct earth history, including a survey of the 4.5 billion years of earth system history, with special emphasis on the tectonic history of North America as observed in the Appalachian Mountains. The course also provides a survey of the evolution of life over earth history, an introduction to the paleontological principles utilized in understanding the fossil record of evolution, and an introduction to advanced methods of rock and mineral identification and classification. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisite: one of the following courses: GLY 1101 , GLY 1102 , GLY 1103 , GLY 1104 , or GLY 1105 . (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 2301 - The History of Coal from the Pennsylvanian to the Present (3)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Appalachian Mountains: Community, Culture, and Land”)
Coal has played a critical role in the history of the southern Appalachians. The geologic processes that formed coal and shaped the landscape into the steep ridges and hollows of the Appalachian coalfields have directly affected the human history of the region -from hunting in pre-colonial times, to settlement and subsistence farming in the 1800s, to mining and unionization in the 1900s, to mountaintop removal and natural gas/coalbed methane extraction in the last decade. This course covers the physical and chemical processes that form coal as well as the tectonic and geomorphologic processes that formed the landscape of the coalfields and shaped the agricultural practices of the early settlers. It examines the cultural history of coal mining and life in the company-owned coal camps and the political history of unionization through literature and film. The economics and environmental consequences of coal fired power plants are discussed, and the environmental and occupational hazards associated with both underground and surface coal mining are analyzed from both a scientific and a sociological perspective.
(Same as A S 2301 .) (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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GLY 2745 - Preparation of Geologic Reports (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This course provides instruction in various aspects of data collection, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and the preparation and presentation of written and oral geologic reports to standards of the profession. Topics include: survey of geologic literature and digital information retrieval services, research design, data management, ethics and safety. Data collection and mapping in the field is a major component of the course and vigorous hiking is required. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisites: GLY 2250 and R C 2001 or its equivalent. Open only to Geology majors and minors.
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GLY 2857 - Paleontology Field and Museum Methods (1-3)
When Offered: On Demand
Course combines paleontological field and museum work to investigate topics related to evolution of life through time. The course typically requires multiple nights in the field collecting geological and paleontological data followed by time at a natural history museum preparing fossils and archiving data. Specific techniques covered may include field orientation using GPS and map data, rock identification, stratigraphic description and mapping, paleontological reconnaissance and fossil collection. Physically demanding with exposure to extreme weather events possible.
Prerequisites: GLY 2250 and permission of instructor.
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GLY 3025 - Principles of Paleontology (3)
When Offered: Spring
Ancient environments and their change through geologic time are characterized using the fossil remains of organisms. The distribution of organisms through time and space is applied in this course to solve problems in geology, archeology and conservation biology. Biological evolution is studied in the scope of major events in Earth’s history. Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisite(s): GLY 2250 (4 s.h.) OR 6 s.h. at the 2000-level or above in either BIO or ANT. (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .)
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GLY 3110 - Environmental Regulation and Enforcement (3)
When Offered: Fall
The purpose of this course is to equip students with an understanding of environmental regulation in the U.S., from its origin as environmental policy to its application and enforcement. This course will provide students with an overview of 1) the role and responsibilities of regulators, 2) the various aspects of industry regulation (with special emphasis on the surface mining industry), and 3) aspects of environmental and safety regulation applicable to industry consultants. The course will conclude a survey of the different mechanisms of regulatory enforcement. Throughout the course, students will be asked to consider and evaluate the varying and often competing interests of industry, regulatory agencies, and private citizens who are impacted by environmental regulation (or the lack of it). This course will benefit any student who intends to work in environmental consulting, industry, government, or environmental advocacy.
(Same as ENV 3110 .)
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GLY 3131 - Environmental Geochemistry (3)
When Offered: Fall
Environmental Geochemistry examines the occurrence and movement of elements through global earth systems, including natural and human modified environments. This course will introduce and investigate processes and factors controlling the geochemical cycles of elements within and between the hydrosphere, lithosphere, atmosphere and biosphere. Students will apply principles learned in lecture to real-world environmental problems. Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisites: GLY 2250 , CHE 1101 , CHE 1110 and MAT 1110 , or permission of the instructor. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 3150 - Principles of Structural Geology and Tectonics (3)
When Offered: Fall
The nature, classification, genesis, and quantification of microscopic and mesoscopic geologic structures, plus the history and fundamentals of tectonic theory, are the subjects of this course. Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisites: GLY 2250 and GLY 2745 . (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .) (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 3160 - Introduction to Geophysics (3)
When Offered: Spring
An introductory survey of whole earth geophysics through theory and practice. The theory portion of the course covers seismology (techniques in reflection and refraction seismology), geothermics, radioactive dating, surface processes, tectonics, orogenics, gravity and gravimetric techniques, electrical and magnetic surveys, and borehole logging. The practical component of the course includes the utilization of several of these methods to study subsurface environments. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites OR corequisites: one introductory geology course (GLY 1101 , GLY 1102 , GLY 1103 , GLY 1104 , GLY 1105 , or GLY 1510 ) plus PHY 1103 (or PHY 1150 ), and MAT 1110 , or permission of the instructor. (Same as PHY 3160 .)
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GLY 3220 - Fundamentals of Mineralogy (3)
When Offered: Fall
The course focuses on (1) mineral identification and classification, (2) crystal chemistry, (3) X-ray diffraction, (4) analytical electron microscopy (SEM-EDS), and (5) the petrographic microscope. Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisites or corequisites: GLY 2745 , CHE 1101 , CHE 1110 , or consent of the instructor.
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GLY 3264 - Paleontological Laboratory Techniques and Analytical Methods (1-3)
When Offered: On Demand
Lab- or seminar-style course focused on teaching techniques for fossil preparation, replication, imaging, and/or analysis. Topics will vary but may include fossil preparation, specimen imaging, and quantitative analysis of paleontological data. Preparation includes extraction of fossils from rock as well as molding, casting, scanning, and other techniques of fossil replication. Imaging of fossils may include photography and microscopic (optical and scanning) techniques. Analysis includes using mathematical techniques and software used to test paleobiological hypotheses.
Prerequisites: GLY 2857 or GLY 3025 or permission of instructor.
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GLY 3333 - Geomorphology (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course includes a study of the nature of landforms. Qualitative and quantitative aspects of landform analysis in the field and laboratory using maps and aerial photographs are introduced. Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisites: at least six hours of geology courses or consent of the instructor. (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .)
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GLY 3455 - Quantitative Data Analysis for Earth and Environmental Scientists (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course provides an introduction to processing, visualizing, and interpreting Earth and environmental science data using scientific computing techniques widely used in the related fields. Biweekly lectures introduce the relevant quantitative methods within the context of Earth and environmental science applications. Weekly laboratories emphasize the application of quantitative tools toward analysis of data in support of various modes of dissemination. Earth science applications include but are not limited to scripting and generating reproducible plots for reports, creating longitudinal stream profiles, temporal, spatial, and magnitude filtering of NEIC earthquake data, and contouring a local water table.
Prerequisites: GLY 2250 , MAT 1110 , and PHY 1150 , or permission of the instructor. (Same as ENV 3455 .)
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GLY 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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GLY 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the University level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
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GLY 3521 - Secondary Science Field Experience (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process at the secondary school level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. Required of all teacher-licensure candidates in geology.
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GLY 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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GLY 3680 - Geoarchaeology (3)
When Offered: Spring
The course focuses on fundamental concepts in geoarchaeology and covers the application of earth science concepts, techniques and knowledge to the study of artifacts and the processes involved in the formation of the archaeological record. Preservation of paleoclimate signals in the geological record is considered. Case studies will consider specific North American and global examples.
Prerequisite: four semester hours of geology or permission of the instructor. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 3703 - Issues in Environmental Geology (3)
When Offered: Spring
An in-depth study of critical issues in environmental geology on a regional and global scale. Topics to be covered include: natural hazards, water, mineral and energy resources, and related waste disposal problems under pressures of increasing human population and changing climate. This course will make use of case studies to illustrate specific examples. Lecture three hours.
Prerequisite: Six credit hours of Geology courses or permission of instructor. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 3715 - Petrology and Petrography (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course includes a study of the microscopic, mesoscopic, and macroscopic features; the mineralogy, and the chemistry of rocks; and the study of petrogenetic theory. Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisites: CHE 1101 and CHE 1110 ; GLY 2250 , GLY 2745 , and GLY 3220 .
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GLY 3800 - Sedimentology and Stratigraphy (3)
When Offered: Spring
Sediments and sedimentary rocks make up the majority of materials found at the Earth’s surface and can provide clues to ancient environments and paleoclimates, as well as provide reservoirs for fossil fuels and groundwater. The first part of this class explores the basic principles of sedimentation, particle transport mechanisms, depositional environments, diagenesis, and lithification of particles, and students learn to classify sedimentary rocks. The second half of the semester involves learning basic stratigraphic principles and the correlation of rock units across landscapes both at the Earth’s surface and beneath the surface (including seismic reflection, biostratigraphy, chemostratigraphy, and borehole logging). Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisites: GLY 2250 and GLY 2745 . (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GLY 4110 - Environmental Management and Impact Analysis (3)
When Offered: Spring
An applied course that introduces students to implementing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites: ENV 3100 or GLY 3703 , and GHY 3812 . (Same as ENV 4110 .)
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GLY 4210 - Geology Seminar (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Presentation and discussion of current topics, with emphasis on student projects, petrology, and surficial processes.
Prerequisite: senior standing geology major.
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GLY 4501 - Senior Research (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Initiation of a laboratory or field research project under supervision of a geology faculty member. At least one semester prior to the start of the research project, the student must formally confer with a thesis advisor, submit and have approved a formal research proposal.
Prerequisite: open only to senior geology majors with a minimum GPA of 3.25 in geology courses.
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GLY 4510 - Senior Honors Thesis (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Work, under the supervision of a geology faculty member, on the project begun in GLY 4501 - Senior Research (1-3) . An oral report on the project is required and will be presented in a fall or spring geology seminar. This course also requires a minimum of five hours laboratory or field work per week. A written thesis will be presented to the department. A student who completes the thesis with a grade of “B” (3.0) or higher and who graduates with a GPA of 3.5 in geology courses will be eligible to graduate with “honors” in geology. A student who completes the thesis with a grade of “A” (4.0) and who graduates with a GPA of at least 3.7 in geology courses will be eligible to graduate with “highest honors” in geology.
Prerequisite: GLY 4501 ; senior geology majors with a minimum GPA of 3.25 in geology courses.
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GLY 4630 - Hydrogeology (3)
When Offered: Fall
The occurrence of groundwater resources, factors governing groundwater movement through aquifers, and an analysis of techniques for measuring a water resource are the focus of this course. Groundwater contamination and remediation methods will be introduced. Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisite or co-requisite: GLY 2250 , MAT 1110 , and PHY 1103 or PHY 1150 . [Dual-listed with GLY 5630.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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GLY 4705 - Engineering Geology (3)
When Offered: Spring
Field and laboratory analysis of problems arising from interactions between humans and Earth and application of geologic knowledge to the mitigation of these problems. Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours.
Prerequisites: at least junior standing and a minimum of six semester hours of geology courses above the 1000 level, or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with GLY 5705.] Dual listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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GLY 4835 - Summer Field Geology (6)
When Offered: Summer Session
An intensive five to six week practicum in making geologic maps, measuring sections, and using other field techniques.
Prerequisites: GLY 3150 , GLY 3715 , and GLY 3800 . [Dual-listed with GLY 5835.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GER 1000 - Beginning Conversational German (1-3)
When Offered: On Demand
Elementary conversational patterns for students without previous knowledge of German. The course is designed to allow students to acquire elementary speaking skills in the German language in preparation for more advanced study in the summer sessions on campus and abroad.
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GER 1010 - Beginning German I (4)
When Offered: Fall
Introduction to basic skills necessary for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German with emphasis on the use of functional, communicative language. Open to students with no previous experience in German.
One small-group conversation section per week required. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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GER 1020 - Beginning German II (4)
When Offered: Spring
Continuation of skills development in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German with emphasis on the use of functional, communicative language.
Prerequisite: GER 1010 or consent of the advisor. One small-group conversation section per week required. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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