47 courses with the subject GS, 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.
3c-0l-3sh Examines the constant changes that affect the rocky surface of our planet. From volcanic eruptions and catastrophic earthquakes to the slow drift of continents and passage of ice ages, earth processes have shaped the history of life and altered the development of human civilization.
0c-2l-1sh Introduces students to the techniques geologists use to study the earth and reconstruct its past. Labs cover minerals, rocks, map interpretation, fossil identification. Includes field trips during the scheduled lab period.
3c-0l-3sh The earth’s oceans and atmosphere play a crucial role in determining the pace and extent of changes occurring to our global environment. This course will examine the composition and character of these components and their interaction with other major components of the earth system.
0c-2l-1sh Introduces students to the techniques oceanographers and meteorologists use to study the earth’s oceans and atmospheres and reconstruct their evolution. Labs cover seawater processes, oceanic circulation, marine life, atmospheric structure, and weather.
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0c-2l-1sh Introduces students to the techniques astronomers use to study the celestial sphere. Constellations, seasons, motions of Sun, Moon, planets, and stars, characteristics of stars and galaxies. Includes two observations which will be held at night.
3c-0l-3sh An in-depth treatment of introductory oceanography and geology designed specifically for Secondary Science Education majors. Focuses on fundamentals of the earth’s physical processes and history and on the ocean’s dynamics, chemistry, and tectonics.
0c-3l-1sh Lab experiences in various aspects of oceanography and geology, designed to provide concepts and skills for future teaching to Secondary Education majors. Includes field trip(s).
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0c-3l-1sh Use of the weather station and planetarium highlights a series of exercises designed to aid Secondary Science Education majors in developing concepts and laboratory skills for future teaching.
3c-0l-3sh Geography/Regional Planning majors, or permission of instructor Introduction to the science of the earth, including physical properties of its interior and crust; its tectonic and surface processes; and the complex geologic interactions which shape and modify our planet. Designed to prepare students for upper-level geology classes.
3c-0l-3sh Geography/Regional Planning majors, or permission of instructor Introduction to history of the earth, including the fossil record and the history of biologic evolution; the growth and tectonic interactions of oceans and continents; and the physical evolution of the earth’s atmosphere, lithosphere, and hydrosphere. Designed to prepare students for upper-level geology classes.
Three upper-level (300 or higher) courses in Geology 9sh Table of Contents | Index of Courses This information is maintained by the Office of the Registrar, with approval from the University Senate. Last Modified at 7:25 PM on 7/27/98.
3c-0l-3sh Introduction to physical, chemical, biological, and geological processes in oceanography and the interactions among them. Impact of exploitation of the oceans, coastal areas, marine, physical, and living resources on the environment and on humankind. Includes field trips which may involve a fee and may occur on weekends.
3c-0l-3sh A study of geological processes and earth history as documented by the classical geological features of U.S. and Canadian national parks. Includes Badlands, Glacier, Grand Canyon, Great Smokies, Gros Morne, Mammoth Cave, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and others. Not open to Geoscience majors or minors.
3c-0l-3sh A thorough introduction to dinosaurs and the world they inhabited. Topics include the most current theories regarding dinosaurian biology (behavior, metabolism, evolution), ecology (greenhouse climate, associated plants and animals), and extinction (asteroid impact, volcanism, climate change). Not open to Geoscience majors and minors.
3c-0l-3sh Introduction to mineral, energy, and water resources of the earth; genesis of ore depositions; exploration, exploitation, and utilization of resources; impact of exploitation of resources on the environment and on humankind. Includes field trips which may occur on weekends.
var-1-3sh Special topics are offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics that are not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 281 are offered primarily for lower-level undergraduate students.
2c-3l-3sh The application of geologic information to the accommodation and reduction of natural hazards, to land-use planning, and to the utilization of earth materials. Includes field trips which occur on weekends.
2c-3l-3sh Concerned with properties of minerals; introduction to crystallography and chemistry of crystals, followed by a determination of minerals and their probable genesis. Includes field trips which may occur on weekends.
2c-3l-3sh Concerned with a description of igneous and metamorphic rock character based upon mineral components and physical relationship between mineral components of a rock. Includes field trips which may occur on weekends.
2c-3l-3sh Study of primary structures, contacts, rock mechanics, joints, faults, folds, foliation, and lineation. Includes work with geologic maps and structure sections. Brunton compass, orthographic and stereographic projections. Includes field trips which may occur on weekends.
(offered by other universities)(1,2) 3sh
2c-3l-3sh A study of the origin of the earth’s land forms, including relationship of geologic structure to landform types and role of geomorphic processes in landscape development.
2c-3l-3sh An overview of groundwater geology, including flow equations, graphical solutions to flow problems, and computer modeling of flow systems, as well as the geotechnical and social implications of groundwater utilization. Includes field trips which occur on weekends.
2c-3l-3sh Introduction to low-temperature chemistry of the earth’s surface and near-surface; includes discussions of chemical activity, solution chemistry, organic geochemistry, trace elements, isotopes, and the chemistry of natural waters.
var-3sh A field study of the major geologic features and relationships involved in the development of the northern Rocky Mountains. National Park and Monument areas of South Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana are included among the areas investigated. (three weeks, summer only)
var-3sh A field course designed to utilize the exceptional and diverse geologic features of Newfoundland for instruction of departmental majors and minors in tectonic analysis utilizing sedimentologic, stratigraphic, and paleontologic observations. (three weeks, summer only)
var-3sh A field study of the major geologic features and relationships exposed in the American Southwest, including the Colorado Plateau, the Rio Grande Rift, Death Valley, and parts of the Southern Rocky Mountains. (3 weeks, summer only)
2c-3l-3sh Fundamentals of astronomy, with emphasis on observational methods, mechanics, and origin of the solar system and spatial relationship of the solar system to the other members of the universe.
2c-3l-3sh Fundamentals of astronomy, with emphasis on sun, stars, galaxies, the sidereal universe, and use of spectroscopy for
var-1sh Designed to acquaint the student with methods of operation and repair of a Spitz A-3-P planetarium. Content includes topics suitable for lectures to various age groups. Student will write and present a demonstration program. Meets once a week with occasional evening observations.
2c-3l-3sh Introduction to physical, chemical, geological, and biological nature of ocean: topography, submarine geology, and bottom deposits. Includes field trip(s) which may occur on weekend(s).
2c-3l-3sh include magnetic anomalies, first motion studies, thermal structures of the plates, kinematics, crustal generation, sea floor spreading, collision, and subduction deformation. Prior to 1988 was titled Marine Geology and Plate Tectonics.
2c-3l-3sh Introduction to meteorological sciences; composition and structure of the atmosphere; radiation principles; elementary thermodynamics and heat balance.
2c-0l-2sh For students majoring in some aspect of geoscience. Teaches students the techniques of geoscience research: defining a project; doing background research; proposing multiple working hypotheses and collecting evidence pertaining to each. Students will then write up their research in both abstract and professional manuscript format. Cannot be taken subsequent to GS480.
GS412 Stratigraphy or GS327 Geomorphology 3sh
2c-3l-3sh Principles and processes involved in development and description of stratified rock sequences, principles and problems of correlation, and selected stratigraphic problems. Includes field trips which may occur on weekends.
PY111/PY121 Physics I Lecture and Lab 4sh (1) PY112/PY122 Physics II Lecture and Lab 4sh Foreign Language Intermediate Level (2,3) 0-6sh Free Electives: 10-18 Total Degree Requirements: 124 (1) Students who plan to pursue an advanced degree in environmental geoscience are strongly advised to take the physics sequence as their controlled electives. (2) Intermediate-level Foreign Language may be included in Liberal Studies electives. (3) Six credits of computer languages may be used to meet foreign language requirement: CO220, CO310, or other higher-level CO courses with departmental permission in consultation with the Computer Science Department. Table of Contents | Index of Courses This information is maintained by the Office of the Registrar, with approval from the University Senate. Last Modified at 7:27 PM on 7/27/98.
var-3sh Two to three weeks of field study in Florida Keys. Course will be conducted from base camp in Florida Keys and will consist of both land and water work as the different carbonate environments in the Keys, Florida Bay, and the Atlantic reef tract are studied.
Controlled electives: 9sh GS courses 300 or above Other Requirements: 8-14 Additional Science:
var-1-3sh It is the department’s intention to use this course to schedule extended field trips and for teaching special courses which will utilize the specialties of the Geoscience faculty.
var-1-3sh Independent study provides the student with an opportunity to use library, laboratory, or field research in an area which is of interest under the supervision of a designated faculty member. Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources.
var-1-12sh Summer or semester work experience with cooperating firms or agencies. May be scheduled only after consultation with advisor and chairperson. Requirements include up to three on-site consultations, depending on credit hours and location’s site; completion of up to three oral progress reports; and submission of a detailed work diary. Restricted to junior and senior department majors; only three credits may be applied toward major. Table of Contents | Index of Courses This information is maintained by the Office of the Registrar, with approval from the University Senate. Last modified at 11:38 PM on 8/1/98.
Source: Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
