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GLS 100 Physical Geology with Lab 4 cr. DII
Survey of earth materials and earth systems including minerals and rocks, volcanos, streams, glaciers, oceans, plate tectonics and general principles. Three lecture hours and one two-hour laboratory per week. (Satisfies Distribution Division II requirements of laboratory science sequence with GGR 100P or GLS 201).
GLS 105 Geologic Information Analysis 2 cr.
Computer based methods of capturing, analyzing, and interpreting geologic data. Particular emphasis will be given to the selection and use of appropriate analytical techniques for various types of geologic data. Two lecture hours per week with a computer laboratory component.
Prerequisite: GLS 100; CSC 100 or permission of Department Chairperson
GLS 110 Geology of National Parks 3 cr DII
Features, processes and geologic history of the National Parks. Presented primarily for non-geology majors. Three lecture hours per week. No prerequisites.
GLS 160 The Earth's Surface 3 cr. DII
A description of landscape features on the surface of the Earth and their origins. The underlying structures and processes which help streams, wind, glacial ice, and gravitational movement to create the Earth as we see it will be central to the course. Three lecture hours per week. The course is designed primarily for non-geology majors and cannot be taken in lieu of GLS 210.
Prerequisite: GLS 100, or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 120 Our Geological Environment 3 cr. DII
Discussion of present-day geological aspects of our environment and their impact on our daily life. Selected topics include: water resources, uses and pollution; geologic hazards such as floods, coastal erosion, and earthquakes; energy and mineral resources. Three lecture hours per week. Intended for students not majoring in Geological Sciences.
GLS 201 Historical Geology 4 cr. DII
Principles and techniques used to interpret the history of the earth. The origin and evolution of the earth, its atmosphere, oceans, plants and animals. In laboratory students are acquainted with the use of geologic maps and sections and fossils. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Satisfies Distribution Division II laboratory science sequence requirement with GLS 100
Prerequisite: GLS 100, or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 208 Collection and Evaluation of Field Data 2 cr.
Introduction to geologic field data collection and interpretation, including notetaking, outcrop description, base map preparation, and geologic mapping from air photos. Special attention will be paid to the construction and interpretation of geologic maps and cross sections. One lecture hour and 2 laboratory hours per week; occasional local day field trips (may be during the school week or weekends) may be required.
Prerequisites: GLS 201 or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 210 Geomorphology 4 cr. DII
Description and interpretation of landforms, and the exogenic and endogenic processes that shape the Earth's surface. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week.
Prerequisite: GLS 100, or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 212 Submarine Geology 3 cr. DII
Introduction to the geology and geophysics of the oceans emphasizing mechanisms and processes operating in the marine realm. A broad spectrum of marine geology subjects will be covered including the structure, geophysics, rocks, sediments, microfossils, stratigraphy, and history of the ocean basins and margins. Three lecture hours per week. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisite: GLS 100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 214 Coastal Geology 4 cr. DII
An analysis of factors that govern the morphology of coasts and beaches. A field oriented course designed to introduce students to introductory techniques dealing with field mapping, research, data collection and analysis while focusing on coastal changes and processes. Students will also learn relevant computer skills. Additional topics will include factors governing coastal morphology, coastal hazards related to erosion, and the effect of human intervention along the coast. Three lecture hours and three hours of field work and research per week. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisite: GLS 201 or permission of Department Chairperson. Limited to 15 students.
GLS 215 Glacial and Quaternary Geology 3 cr.
This course focuses on processes of glacial erosion and deposition and the glaciation of the Northeast. The distribution and character of glacial sediment so important to local hydrologic and coastal systems are studied in detail. Also included is an introduction to the geology of non-glaciated regions, such as the arid southwest. Three lecture hours per week and a weekend field trip. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisite: GLS 201 or permission of Department Chairperson. Limited to 15 students..
A study of the elements of crystallography, physical and chemical properties of minerals, their structures, occurrences, and the conditions under which they form. Laboratory includes study of crystal morphology and identification of minerals. Two lecture hours and two two-hour laboratories per week.
Prerequisite: GLS 100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
The properties, identification, origin, evaluation, and preparation of gem stones and gem materials. Three lecture hours per week. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisite: GLS 100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
Properties, occurrences, origin and classification of the common igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks. Laboratory work includes examination of rocks in hand specimen and in thin section using the petrographic microscope. Two lecture hours and two two-hour laboratories per week.
Prerequisite: GLS 221, or permission of Department Chairperson.
Introduction to the fossil record. Emphasis is on the description and classification of fossils and use of paleontological data to understand the principles of paleoecology, evolution, and biostratigraphy. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites: BIO 101 or BIO 103, GLS 201, or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 334 Sedimentation and Stratigraphy 4 cr.
Introduction to the properties of sediments, sedimentary rocks, sedimentary rock sequences, and the principles of stratigraphic correlation. Emphasis is on examining the dynamics of recent sedimentary environments to establish what sediments would look like in the stratigraphic record. In laboratory, students are introduced to techniques of sediment analysis and the classification and identification of sedimentary rocks. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites: GLS 201 and GLS 210, or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 337 Sedimentary Petrology and Petrography 4 cr.
This course is intended to serve as an in-depth investigation into the genesis, classification and interpretation of sedimentary rocks. Students will learn to analyze and collect data from both hand samples and thin sections, and to interpret that data for classification, provenance and tectonic setting. Theoretical information will enable them to understand the geological significance of sedimentary rock distribution. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite: GLS 322 or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 341 Structural Geology and Tectonics 4 cr.
The study of the processes by which deformation of the earth occurs, and the interpretation of the structures produced by these processes-from submicroscopic to global scales. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week; occasional local and/or regional field trips (may be during the school week or weekends) may be required.
Prerequisites: GLS 201 {GLS 334 is recommended} or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 342 Plate Tectonics: Theory and Implication 3 cr.
A systematic treatment of the geology and geophysics of plate tectonics, based on present knowledge of the structure and physical properties of the Earth's interior. Included are present kinematics of plate movements, hypotheses of dynamics (such as mantle convection), global pattern of plates, detailed consideration of processes at plate convergences, paleoplate tectonics and continental drift of the last 200 million years as derived from ocean floor stratigraphy and structure, and inferences on the time of inception of plate tectonics and its role in earlier Earth history. Three lecture hours per week. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites: GLS 201 or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 343 Introduction to Geophysics 4 cr.
Introduction to seismology, earthquake mechanics, geomagnetism, gravity and terrestrial heat flow. All aspects of the course will be related to global plate tectonics. Three lecture hours and 3 laboratory hours per week; occasional local field trips (may be during the school week or weekends) may be required.
Prerequisites: GLS 210, PHS 211, or permission of the Department Chairperson.
GLS 345 Geological Engineering 3 cr.
The application of Geology to the solution of civil engineering problems. Emphasis on recognition and measurement of rock, soil, and hydrologic parameters for use in site evaluation, design, analysis, and construction. Controlling factors and recognition of geologic hazard potential. Three lecture hours per week. Offered alternate years
Prerequisites: GLS210, GLS341, MAT202, or 210 or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 351 Economic Geology 3 cr.
Occurrence, origin, and exploitation of ore minerals, petroleum, coal and other economic materials. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite: GLS 322 or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 352 Petroleum Geology 3 cr. DII
Physical and chemical nature, origin, migration, and trapping of fluid hydrocarbons. Source rocks, "pipelines", reservoir rocks, exploration techniques. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite: GLS 100, or permission of Department Chairperson.
Origin of the elements and their geological significance. Processes affecting the evolution of the Earth's crust and the distribution of the elements in rocks, sediments, soils and waters; geochemical cycles. Students produce computer-generated graphs in regulaly assigned projects throughout the semester. Three lecture hours per week. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites: CHE 130, GLS 201 or permission of Department Chairperson
This course is intended to serve as a core in the basics of surface and groundwater hydrology for environmental science majors. Students taking this course should gain a useful understanding of hydrologic theory and some basic skills used in hydrologic data gathering and analysis. Problem solving, short in-class activities and laboratory projects related to lecture material will enhance the student's understanding of hydrologic concepts. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites: CHE 130, GLS 201, GLS 210 or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 357 Environmental Geology 3 cr.
Applied approach to environmental problems. We will focus on New England: expanding on preexisting theoretical knowledge with field trips and projects which emphasize local materials, i.e. glacial deposits, harbor sediments, crystalline rocks, and local problems. This is a lab and field oriented course intended to sharpen theory with practice. Two lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week. Field trips required, 1 weekend and several to local sites. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites: GLS 350, GLS 356 or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 360 Geology of North America 3 cr. DII
The stratigraphy, structure, geomorphology, and geologic history of the various sections of the continent. Economic geology of important deposits is discussed. The Plate Tectonic hypothesis is considered as it relates to the evolution of the geologic provinces. Offered only through the Evening Division. Three lecture hours per week. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites: GLS 100 and GLS 201; GLS 210 is also recommended.
GLS 362 New England Geology 3 cr. DII
Geology of New England and adjacent regions. Major structural belts and bedrock stratigraphy. Tectonic models for past orogenic events. The impact of bedrock geology and geologic structures on New England's landscape. Two weekend field trips. Three lecture hours per week. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisite: GLS 201 or permission of Department Chairperson.
A lecture and laboratory study to provide theoretical knowledge and practical field experience in surveying and mapping. Specific topics to be covered are: linear measurement, leveling, angular measurement, traverse surveys, record keeping, note reduction, office calculations and adjustments, and plotting a traverse. Field operations will constitute an essential part of the course. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week.
Prerequisites: MAT 202 and MAT 205, or permission of Department Chairperson.
A lecture and laboratory study in advanced topics of surveying, a continuation of Surveying I. Specific topics to be covered are: geodetic and control surveys, topographic and hydrographic surveys, aerial surveys, photogrammetric applications, astronomical observations, coordinate systems, tacheometry, and horizontal and vertical curves. Field operations will be included. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week.
Prerequisites: GLS 372 and MAT 247, or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 380 Applied Environmental Geophysics 4 cr.
An introduction to the theory and practice of geophysical methods currently used to help solve environmental problems. Methods covered include seismic refraction and reflection, gravity, magnetic, electrical resistivity, electromagnetics, ground-penetrating radar, and radioactivity surveys. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week; occasional local field trips (may be during the school week or weekends) may be required.
Prerequisites: GLS 334, PHS 211, or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 400 Directed Studies in the Earth Sciences 1-4 cr.
Field, laboratory and/or library research in the Earth Sciences. Independent study in the student's field of interest under the supervision of an appropriate faculty member.
Prerequisite: GLS 201 and permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 470 Field Geology (Summer Only) 6 cr.
Geologic field methods, mapping, structural interpretation, surveying, and stratigraphic section measurement and interpretation. Several projects stress environmental applications. Course offered in Montana and Idaho. Transportation to field area provided, additional fee required for field expenses. Click above link for detailed description and schedule.
Prerequisites: GLS 201 {GLS 210, GLS 334 and GLS 341 are all recommended} and permission of Department Chairperson..
GLS 500 Senior Research in Geology I (Fall) 3-4 cr.
The completion of a substantial research project on a geologic problem or topic under the supervision of an appropriate faculty member. Methods of research, organization, preparation, and presentation of data will be discussed, but the objective is a completed thesis by the student. Open only to Senior Geological Sciences majors by permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 501 Senior Research in Geology II (Spring) 3-4 cr.
A continuation of GLS 500 for those students who wish to further pursue their geologic research, particularly in anticipation of publication.
Prerequisites: GLS 500 and permission of Department Chairperson.
Mechanics of solids and applications to the deformation and flow of geological materials; mathematical analysis (tensor description) of stress and strain; elastic, viscoelastic, viscous, and plastic deformation, fracture and faulting, and properties of porous media. Finite strain theory for mechanical properties of solids. Application to folding, deformation, and faulting of geological structures; analysis of tectonic stress, and processing leading to earthquakes. Course will involve computer modeling of mechanical and geological systems. Three lecture hours and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisites: PHS 212, MAT 211, CSC 148 or permission of Department Chairperson.
GLS 547 Solid and Structural Mechanics 4 cr.
Behavior of deformable solids. Tensor description of deformation and stress in solid materials, equations of equilibrium and compatibility. Mathematical description of material properties such as elasticity, plasticity, viscosity, and fracture. Stress analysis, bending, buckling, and plastic collapse. Applications to beams, frames, and other mechanics systems and to geophysics and rock mechanics. Course will involve extensive computer modeling using FORTRAN and existing structural analysis programs. Three lecture hours and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisites: MAT 211, PHS 212, CSC 148, or permission of Department Chairperson.
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