Geology Course Descriptions
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GEO |
104L |
GEOLOGY OF NATIONAL PARKS |
Four credit hours |
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An introduction to the geology of selected national parks and monuments of the United States, emphasizing basic geologic principles and processes illustrated by the geology of each area. Three lecture sessions and one lab per week. |
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GEO |
111L |
THE DYNAMIC EARTH |
Four credit hours |
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A study of the origin and nature of minerals and rocks as well as the dynamic processes acting on and in the earth (erosion, sedimentation, volcanism, plate tectonics) and their results as reflected in topography and earth structure. Three lecture sessions and one lab per week. One Saturday or Sunday field trip required. |
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GEO |
121IL |
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY |
Four credit hours |
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An introduction to some of the physical features and processes of the earth and their significance in relation to many of the activities and problems of humans in the modern world. Three lecture sessions and one lab per week. |
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GEO |
131 |
EARTH AND ITS RESOURCES |
Three credit hours |
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Students that have taken GEO 121IL, GEO 227 or CHM 200I are not eligible to take this course. |
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Provides students with a basic understanding of dimension and processes of planet Earth, its systems (biosphere, atmosphere, etc) and their interaction. The course will address topics like the Greenhouse Effect, ocean currents, fossil fuels and other energy resources, soil and water use, overuse and degradation, waste disposal and pollution. The course will discuss the value, limits as well as threats to the planet’s resources. Lecture topics will be supported by case studies and select exercises. |
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GEO |
150 |
REGIONAL GEOLOGY & GEOGRAPHY |
Two credit hours |
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An introduction to physical and historical geology as well as physical geography of selected areas. Basic geologic principles and processes will be illustrated by the geology of the area of interest. Two lecture sessions per week. |
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GEO |
163 |
GEOLOGY SEMINAR |
One credit hours |
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This course consists of study, discussion and demonstration of special topics. One class session per week. |
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GEO |
200 |
SCIENCE |
Three credit hours |
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An interdisciplinary approach to a topic of scientific interest. Course content is determined by the topic chosen. |
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GEO |
205L |
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS |
Three credit hours |
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A course designed to provide a better understanding of spatial information, its purpose, and its display. It explores the use of maps and compasses, Global Positioning System (GPS), and Geographic Information System (GIS). |
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GEO |
212L |
EARTH HISTORY |
Four credit hours |
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Prerequisite: GEO 111L or consent of the instructor |
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An introduction to the geologic history of the earth including the evolutionary development of prehistoric organism which inhabited the earth as well as the evolution of the earth’s geosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere. Three lecture sessions and one lab per week. One field trip required. |
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GEO |
223L |
GEOLOGY OF NORTHEAST OHIO RIVERS AND THEIR ENVIRONMENT |
Three credit hours |
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This course utilizes the resource of our local rivers (Rocky River, Cuyahoga River etc.) and their valleys to teach principles of geology and geography. Students will meet in the Metro parks or Cuyahoga Valley National Park on most class days. |
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GEO |
227 |
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY |
Three credit hours |
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An exploration of how the earth’s geologic environment affects the earth’s life forms. It is also an exploration of the impact of man on the earth’s geologic evolution, and a review of the laws governing the use of natural resources. |
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GEO |
229 |
OCEANOGRAPHY |
Three credit hours |
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A study of the physical aspects of the oceans starting with the ocean floor continuing to the chemical make up of the water, the currents, and movement of the waves. The ocean environment and relationship between the ocean and the atmosphere will be included. |
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GEO |
232L |
ELEMENTS OF MINERALOGY |
Four credit hours |
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Prerequisite: GEO111 or consent of the instructor |
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A course that includes the elements of crystallography, crystal growing, crystal chemistry, physical properties and descriptive mineralogy of the important or rock forming minerals. Three lecture sessions and one lab per week. |
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