Geology

The study of interpretation techniques, geologic maps and fossils. Prerequisite or corequisite: GEOL 1342.

Modular laboratory with units on rocks, minerals, topographic and environmental maps, soils, water quality, and hydrological process. To accompany lectures in GEOL 1345. Fall, Spring, Summer.

The study of the principles of interpretation as they are used to understand the earth’s history with special reference to the North American continent. Students are advised, but not required, to take GEOL 1341 as a prerequisite to this course. Prerequisite or corequisite: GEOL 1142.

Introduction to basic geological processes and concepts and human interactions with them. Emphasis on earth processes including hazards, resources and global changes which affect humans. Students are expected to attend an all day field trip in the Houston area. Fall, Spring, Summer.

A study of the principles of the sciences of oceanography and meteorology with emphasis on the interaction of the oceans and atmosphere. Prerequisites: GEOL 1341, 1141 or ENSC 1344, 1144, or permission of the chair.

Student research on a selected problem in the field pursued under the guidance of an assigned faculty member. May repeat for credit.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the professor and students. May repeat for credit. Prerequisite: permission of faculty member.

Student research on a selected problem in the field pursued under the guidance of an assigned faculty member. May repeat for credit.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the professor and students. May repeat for credit. Prerequisite: permission of faculty member.

Field instruction in geological concepts. Travel to and camping at sites of geological interest throughout the United States. Fee required for travel, food and lodging. Prerequisite or corequisite: Geology 1341, 1141 or permission of faculty member.

Student research on a selected problem in the field pursued under the guidance of an assigned faculty member. May repeat for credit.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the professor and students. May repeat for credit. Prerequisite: permission of faculty member.

Student research on a selected problem in the field pursued under the guidance of an assigned faculty member. May repeat for credit.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the professor and students. May repeat for credit. Prerequisite: permission of faculty member.