25 courses with the subject GEL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
GEL 101Physical Geology (4 cr.)
Geology is the study of the earth–its evolution, composition, and the processes that formed it and continue to shape it today. Students will learn how to use the principles of geological science to understand and interpret our physical environment and local geology. In the course, students will learn the ways that geologic processes affect the earth’s atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere. The course will explore how geologic processes affect human society as well as how humans influence geologic processes. Lecture/Lab Liberal arts Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: Natural World SUNY Framework: Natural Sciences and Scientific Reasoning Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
GEL 273HAZWOPER: Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response (3 cr.)
This course meets the requirements of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) and EPA requirements for hazardous materials operations and emergency response. The course leads to the 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate. This certification is a job requirement for many entry-level positions in environmental and geologic consulting. The initial certificate is good for one year, after which an annual 8-hr refresher course is required to maintain certification.
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
An introduction to atmospheric processes including energy transfer and interactions, condensation and precipitation, atmospheric circulation, climate and climatic change. Emphasis will be placed upon how the atmosphere impacts various world ecosystems. Liberal arts
Origin of the elements and chemical differentiation of the Earth. Isotope geochemistry and geochronology including both radiogenic and stable isotope systems. Applications of geochemistry to the solution of global environmental problems such as radioactive waste disposal. Liberal arts
Introduction to the major concepts of mineralogy and optical mineralogy. Topics include mineral systems, hand specimen and optical identification of minerals, crystallography, crystal chemistry and X-ray diffraction analysis. Laboratory exercises include identification of major minerals in hand specimen and with the petrographic and binocular microscopes. Lecture/Lab Liberal arts
An in-depth study of igneous and metamorphic rocks including petrographic examination of characteristic rock textures and mineralogy. Discussion of each rock group includes their mineralogy, chemistry and processes of formation as related to plate tectonics. Laboratory exercises emphasize identification of rock types in hand specimen, in thin section and in the field. Liberal arts
Origins, transportation, deposition and classification of sediments. Weathering, elastic textures, evaporite and redbed chemistry, clay mineralogy, carbonate textures and composition, depositional environments, and post-depositional features and the physics of sediment transport, cohesion and flow phenomena. Mechanical, physical and X-ray analysis of sediments and sedimentary structures. Lecture/Lab Liberal arts
Introduction to the morphology, classification, life histories, ecology, and evolution of ancient life. Local field trips will enhance the study of the fauna of the Lower Paleozoic rocks. Liberal Arts
Discussion of the Biodiversity Crisis and the Concept of the Minimum Viable Population in light of both human induced and natural biological and physical causes for extinction. Survey of the process of extinction ranging from recent extinctions of individual species to mass extinction events in the fossil record. Examines the controversies over the importance of these forcing mechanisms on a global scale and as models for human induced disturbance of the biosphere. Liberal arts
An introductory course in Biology, Environmental Science, or Geology. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
GEL 341Geomorphic Processes (4 cr.)
The study of landforms, landscapes and their relationship to surface and internal Earth processes, underlying geological structures and the history of geological changes. Lecture/Lab. Liberal arts
Study of the history of life and the conditions under which life evolves and becomes preserved. Topics explored include the nature of the fossil record; mechanisms for fossil preservation; recognition and description of fossil taxa; interpretations of ancient organismal morphologies, ecologies, interactions, and behaviors; the deep-time record of organic evolution; and patterns of global biodiversity change through time. May not also take ENV 342 for credit. Lecture /Lab Liberal Arts
Studies the hydrologic cycle and the physical basis of surface hydrology, infiltration, precipitation, snow hydrology, evaporation and stream hydrology. Develops basic principles in fluid mechanics and energy gradients related to infiltration and stream flow. Lecture/Lab Liberal arts
GEL 101 and (PHY101 or PHY111 or CHE 101 or CHE 111 ). Semester(s) Offered: Spring
GEL 346Environmental Geotechnology (4 cr.)
Investigates the interrelationships between Earth processes, ecosystems and human society and the application of geological principles to environmental problems. Topics include natural geological hazards, such as earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, and floods, and an introduction to geotechnical and hydraulic engineering and environmental issues related to human use and exploitation of Earth resources, such as global climate change, soil and water contamination and land-use planning. Lecture/Lab. Liberal arts
GEL 391Physical Oceanography and Limnology (3 cr.)
An introduction to the chemical and physical processes that influence oceans and lakes. Course topics include currents, waves, tides, coastal processes, temperature structure, light, and sound processes in oceans and lakes. Course topics will be used to analyze the transport and fate of water pollutants, development of ecological settings, and the role of lakes and oceans in the climate system. Course concepts will be actively applied to Lake Champlain. Liberal arts
GEL 101 and ( CHE 101 or CHE 111 or PHY 103 or PHY 111 ). Fees: Science Lab Fee $15.00 Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
GEL 399Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
Seminar discussions on selected topics or contemporary issues and research questions in geology. Emphasizes techniques for effective oral and written communication using reports, research papers, abstracts, scientific proposals and posters. Liberal Arts
Senior standing in a Geology Major (Geology BA or BS, Environmental Geology, Earth Science or Earth Science BA/MST, ENG 101 and LIB 190 Meets Advanced Writing Requirement Semester(s) Offered: Fall
GEL 441Hydrogeology (3 cr.)
Studies the physical basis of groundwater flow. Develops basic principles of fluid mechanics and flow through porous media. Determination of hydraulic properties of aquifers. Studies water quality and transport processes. Lecture/Lab Liberal arts
( GEL 341 or GEL 343 or GEL 346 ) and (PHY101 or PHY 111 ) and ( MAT 221 or MAT 224 ). Semester(s) Offered: Fall
GEL 451Field Geology and Structures (4 cr.)
Study of rock deformation in the field and laboratory including the development and classification of folds, faults, and microstructures. Field laboratory exercises include trips to Vermont and the Adirondacks to map and analyze geologic structures. Lecture/Lab Liberal arts
GEL 310 (may be taken concurrently). Fees: Science Lab Fee $15.00 Semester(s) Offered: Fall
GEL 495Research (Undergraduate) (1 to 6 cr.)
Laboratory or field research project arranged between the student and sponsoring faculty member. Liberal arts Fees: Science Lab Fee $15.00 Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
