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Geology (GEO)
Peter Thompson (chair), Paul Garvin, Gene Hinman
Major: Geology 111, 112, 311, 312, 314, 315, 316, 317 or 318, 319, 324; and an accredited summer field course in geology. It is strongly recommended that majors take MAT 141 and 142 (Calculus I and II), CHE 121 and 122 or 161 (Chemical Principles I and II), and PHY 111 and 112(General Physics I and II); also the second year of a foreign language.
Teaching Major: Geology 111, 112, 311, 312, 317, 318; at least two other Geology courses at or above the 300 level; and PHY 221 (Astronomy). Supporting work in the other sciences and mathematics is required. In addition to the foregoing requirements, prospective teachers must also apply for admission to the Teacher Education Program and complete a second major in Secondary Education described under Education.
Concentration: B.S.S. and B.Ph. candidates and students planning an interdisciplinary major design individualized programs of study involving extensive work in other departments of the College: e.g., environmental geology, urban geology, land use planning, economic geology, oceanography, and paleoecology.
101. Earth Science
Phenomena and processes within, upon, and above the earth. The earth as a planet; the nature of the earth's interior; development of landforms; structure and circulation of the atmosphere; the world ocean. (Science) HINMAN
103. Geology of Volcanoes
Global pattern of volcanic activity, eruption types, volcanic products, form and structure of volcanoes, and interaction with humankind, including effects on climate and agriculture, relation to ore deposits, eruption prediction, and hazard mitigation. (Science) THOMPSON
111. Physical Geology
The earth as a dynamic body whose materials and structures are continually being modified by the interactions of the geological processes, emphasizing interrelationships between geological processes and human activity. Field trips. (Laboratory Science) GARVIN or THOMPSON
112. Historical Geology
Origin and evolution of the solid earth, atmosphere, and ocean; the origin of life; and the succession of life through geologic time. (Laboratory Science) HINMAN
114. Investigations in Geology
Elementary investigation of selected processes and phenomena in physical geology, emphasizing ``hands-on'' experience in combined field and laboratory settings. Not open to students previously enrolled in Geology 111. (Laboratory Science) GARVIN
211. Cartography
History and principles of map making, including projections. Maps as a measure of our changing global perspective. Practical work includes surveying, map design, drafting, and computer techniques. Limited enrollment. Alternate years. THOMPSON
280. Resources and Land Use
Mineral resource acquisition and utilization in relation to land use. Competing land use issues, such as: mining vs wilderness preservation, soils and agriculture vs urban encroachment; coastal resources vs urban encroachment. The role of geology in comprehensive land use planning. Prerequisite: GEO 101, 111, or 114, or permission of the instructor. Alternate years. (Science) GARVIN
308. Vertebrate Evolution
Five-hundred-million years of vertebrate evolution culminating in the origin of humans, tracing the geologic record of the generally accepted phylogeny of humans through fish, amphibians, reptiles, early mammals, and primates. Alternate years. (Science) HINMAN
311. Mineralogy I
Structural framework of mineral crystals and outward morphological manifestations. Chemistry of minerals and the relationship between chemical properties and mineral structures. Mineral identification. Prerequisites: GEO 111, CHE 121 or permission of instructor. (Laboratory Science) GARVIN
312. Mineralogy II
Laboratory and field approach to the study of minerals; mineral properties; X-ray diffraction; mineral stabilities and environments of formation; field- and laboratory-based comparative study of mineral deposits. Prerequisite: GEO 311 (Laboratory Science) GARVIN
314. Structural Geology I
Descriptive analysis of rock structures: faults, joints, folds, unconformities, and intrusive igneous contacts. Trigonometric solutions to three-dimensional problems. Use of the Brunton compass. Prerequisite: GEO 111. (Laboratory Science) THOMPSON
315. Structural Geology II
Descriptive, kinematic, and dynamic analysis of faults, joints, folds, foliation, and lineation. Mechanics of rock deformation. Geologic map interpretation and cross-section construction. Four-day field trip to Wisconsin or Missouri may entail some additional costs. Prerequisite: GEO 314. (Laboratory Science) THOMPSON
316. Optical Mineralogy
Petrographic microscope and its use in the study and identification of minerals. Wave theory of light, principles of refraction, polarization and interference, optical indicatrix, and optical classification of solids. Prerequisite: GEO 312. (Laboratory Science) GARVIN
317. Principles of Invertebrate Paleontology
Paleontologic, ecologic, and taxonomic principles and evolutionary theory based on a study of characteristics, associations, ranges, and evolutionary trends of representative fossil communities. Prerequisite: GEO 112. Alternate years. (Science) HINMAN
318. Systematic Paleontology
Field trips and laboratories to learn sampling and collecting theory and techniques and the gathering of specimens to be used in conjunction with the College's collection in the study of taxonomy, systematic paleontology, and identification. Prerequisite: GEO 112. Alternate years. (Laboratory Science) HINMAN
319. Petrology
Origins, geologic relations, structures, compositions, and properties of the igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Laboratory work involving megascopic and microscopic investigation of rocks. Prerequisite: GEO 316. (Laboratory Science) GARVIN
323. Recent Carbonate Environments
Diverse carbonate sedimentary environments displayed in the Bahamas. Their physical and biological parameters and an analysis of the accumulating sediments' textures, sedimentary structures, geometry, and biota. Taught in the Bahamas. Registration entails additional costs (payable on or before December 1). Prerequisite: GEO 111 or 112 or permission of instructor. Alternate years. (Laboratory Science) HINMAN
324. Stratigraphy and Sedimentation
Stratigraphic and sedimentary processes. Use of models to understand sedimentary environments and the rocks forming in them. Facies analysis as a basis of sedimentary environment prediction. Prerequisite: GEO 111. Alternate years. (Science) HINMAN
331. Environmental Geology
Human interaction with the physical environment in terms of land use and geological hazards. Topics include groundwater, floods, soil and water contamination, landslides, subsidence, and earthquakes. Same course as ENV 331. Prerequisite: GEO 111 or 114. (Science) THOMPSON
332. Hydrogeology
The occurrence, sources, properties, and movement of streams and groundwater. Problems related to use and pollution of aquifers. Field study of surface water quantity and quality. Same course as ENV 332. Prerequisite: GEO 111. Alternate years. (Laboratory Science) THOMPSON
485. Geological Literature (.5-1)
Research on a subject or problem selected by the student and approved by the instructor, involving library and field or laboratory study. Comprehensive term paper and oral report.
511. Extended Research in Geology (.25)
Reading on a specialized topic and a research project related to the topic. Must be taken over four successive terms. Prerequisites: grade point average of 3.0 or higher in the department, prior completion of one course at the 200 level or higher in the department, and permission of instructor.
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