General Education Courses

GLY 1101 - Introduction to Physical Geology
Introduction to the composition, origin, and modification of Earth materials through the study of the Earth's interacting dynamic systems; study and application of the scientific method with reference to the principles of geology as demonstrated through use of case histories and laboratory material. This course plus either GLY 1102 or GLY 1103 or GLY 1511 will fulfill the Core Curriculum natural science requirement. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.

GLY 1103 - Introduction to Environmental & Applied Geology
A survey of the chemical and physical processes that change the Earth's crust and surface creating geologic hazards and environmental problems for people; human perturbations of the environment that directly and indirectly affect geological change and human life, such as mining, waste disposal, and agricultural practices; and the principles of origin, distribution, availability, environmental consequences of use, and exploration of the Earth's mineral and water resources. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. Prerequisite: GLY 1101 (or 1510) or consent of instructor.

Upper-Level Geology Courses

GLY 4620 - Hydrogeology
The occurrence of groundwater resources; factors governing groundwater movement through aquifers; and an analysis of techniques for measuring a water resource are the focus of this course. Groundwater contamination and remediation methods will be introduced. Prerequisites: at least junior standing and a minimum of six semester hours of geology courses above the 1000 level or permission of instructor. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours.

GLY 4703 - Advanced Environmental & Engineering Geology
Field and laboratory analysis of problems arising from interactions between humans and Earth and application of geologic knowledge to the mitigation of these problems. Prerequisites: GLY 1103, 2215, and 3150. Lecture two hours; field practicum six hours.