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  • GEO 3060: Structural Geology

    4.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    Origin and characteristics of structural features in deformed rock. Topics include basic principles of stress, strain, and rock deformation; analysis of faults and folds; and relations to major tectonic features of Earth. Field trips required. Three lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite:    GEO 2050 and MATH 1050 and MATH 1080
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  • GEO 3080: Applied Hydrology

    4.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    A detailed examination of Earth's water cycle, including precipitation, surface water, groundwater, water management, and water conservation. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite:    GEO 1115 and GEO 3000
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  • GEO 3150: Geomorphology

    4.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    A study of landforms, surficial deposits, and geomorphic processes operating in fluvial, coastal, eolian, and glacial environments. Laboratory exercises employ maps, aerial photographs, and field analysis to understand the interactive nature of geomorphic processes and landform development. Three lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite:    GEO 1220 and MATH 1050 and MATH 1080
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  • GEO 3180: Paleontology

    4.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    Characteristics of important fossil groups and their geologic distribution and paleoecology. Emphasis on the invertebrate record with some treatment of vertebrates and plants. Three lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite:    GEO 1220 and ZOOL 1110
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  • GEO 3210: SUS Quaternary Envir Chang

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    Overview of the geologic and paleoclimatic history of the Earth during the last 2 million years (the "Ice Age"), focusing on the interactions between geological, climatological, and biological processes and systems. Topics include the methods used to date Quaternary deposits, nature of Quaternary glaciations, use of proxy data to model past climates, causes of Quaternary climatic oscillations, history of Pleistocene Lake Bonneville, and the increasing role of humans as agents of environmental change. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite:    ANTH 2030 and GEO 1220 and GEOG 1000
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  • GEO 3214: Soils

    4.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    An introduction to the fundamental principles of soil science. Chemical, physical, geological, and biological properties of soils; Course will examine the role of soils as a fundamental ecological constraint through space and time on patterns and processes, such as plant distribution, nutrient cycling, and cycling of water between terrestrial ecosystems and the atmosphere. Course will also examine the human dimensions of soils as a natural resource, and the historical and current environmental impact of soil use and management. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour lab per week. Course is cross listed with BTNY 3214. Prerequisite:    BTNY 2104 and CHEM 1050 and CHEM 1110 and CHEM 1210 and GEO 1060 and GEO 1110
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  • GEO 3250: Geology Of Utah

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    The study of Utah's geologic history, rocks, minerals, fossils, and landforms and their relationship to regional and global events. Field trips required. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite:    GEO 1220
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  • GEO 3550: Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

    4.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    The processes, origin, classification, identification, and basic petrology of sedimentary rocks and the principles, concepts, and applications of stratigraphy. Field trips required. Three lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite:    GEO 1220 and GEO 2050
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  • GEO 3570: Foundations of Science Educ

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    A thorough investigation of research in science learning and curricular standards at the state and national levels. Foundations of the philosophy of science and scientific inquiry as applicable to science teaching at the secondary level. This course serves as a foundation to a preservice science teacher?s education coursework.
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  • GEO 3710: SUS Intro to GIS

    4.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    This introductory geospatial course presents the fundamental principles and applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). You will learn how to evaluate and apply geospatial concepts using industry-leading GIS software to create, store, edit, evaluate, and query raster- and vector-based geospatial data. Successful completion of this course will ensure you have the critical knowledge and skills of a GIS (geospatial) technician. Prerequisite: none.
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