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  • GEO 1130: PS Intro to Meteorology

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    Survey of atmospheric processes that create weather. Topics include solar radiation, temperature, moisture, pressure, wind, storm systems, weather forecasting, and air pollution. Problem solving skills and use of satellite imagery included. Three lectures per week.
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  • GEO 1220: Historical Geology

    4.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    The history of the Earth and the methods used to interpret this history. Short field trips required. Prerequisite:    GEO 1110 and GEO 1115
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  • GEO 1350: PS Principles of Earth Science

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    Overview of Earth's systems, including weather, climate, seasons, rocks and minerals, processes that change Earth's surface, earthquakes, volcanoes, and plate tectonics. Data collection and analysis are included. Two lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Designed for Elementary Education majors.
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  • GEO 1710: SUS Introduction 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:    GEOG 1890
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  • GEO 1720: Geospatial Analysis

    4.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    This advanced geospatial course presents geoprocessing techniques that support spatial analysis and modeling in both the vector and raster data models. The main goal of the course is to teach you the tools/methods that address spatial analysis / modeling applications used in a variety of professional fields that utilize geospatial information. After successful completion of this course, you will have the foundation necessary to become an advanced GIS user with marketable skills transforming data into information needed to address today's geospatial problems. Prerequisite:    GEO 1710
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  • GEO 1810: Experimental

    1.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
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  • GEO 2050: Earth Materials

    4.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    An introduction to the origin, classification, and identification of minerals and rocks including topics related to crystallography, mineral chemistry, petrology, and the importance of mineral and rock resources to our society. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite:    CHEM 1200 and GEO 1115 Corequisite:    CHEM 1210
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  • GEO 2200: Geospatial Data Acquisition

    4.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    This applied geospatial course introduces students to primary data collection methods in the field, with emphasis on GPS/GNSS, sUAS (drone), and smartphone/tablet operations. The main objective is to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully plan and execute field campaigns that result in the accurate collection and processing of geospatial data that can be used in a variety of applications. After successful completion of this course, you will know the fundamental techniques needed to effectively and accurately collect and process the most common types of geospatial field data. Prerequisite:    GEO 1710
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  • GEO 2600: Laboratory Safety

    1.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    An interdisciplinary, team-taught course that will be an overview of the major chemical, biological and physical safety issues related to science laboratories and field work. Class will meet once per week and will be taught in a lecture/demonstration format.
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  • GEO 2820: Intro to Scientific Research

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    This interdisciplinary course provides concrete skills for productive entry-level scientific research. Students engage in a hands-on introduction to scientific research and methods, including an introduction to sample handling, data analysis, and dissemination of results through papers and presentations. Upon completion of the course, a student will be prepared for potential internships, summer research programs, and research assistantships both on and off campus. Cross-listed with CHEM 2820 and PHYS 2820. Prerequisite:    CHEM 1210 and ENGL 2010 and GEO 1110 and GEO 1115 and MATH 1060 and MATH 1080 and MATH 1210 and PHYS 2010 and PHYS 2210
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