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This course reviews and expands knowledge of sedimentary rock formation and classification. Identification and interpretation of sedimentary environments is emphasized. Through learning to perform stratigraphic correlations and undertake basin analyses, students will apply these skills.

Independent study and research in areas beyond formal courses. Permission of department.

An introduction to descriptive crystallography and to chemical, physical, determinative and descriptive mineralogy. Areas covered include: crystal symmetry, classification, morphology, crystal chemistry, physical properties, geologic occurrence, significance, and characteristic properties of minerals. Lectures and laboratory supplemented with one field trip.

The course prepares students to use concepts developed in Earth Materials I (GEO 312) to evaluate interpretations of geological processes drawn from rocks and minerals. Topics include mineralogical content on crystallography, the chemistry of crystal structures for individual minerals, a detailed and operational introduction to observation using analytical techniques, phase diagrams, and in-depth material on associated rocks & minerals within the unifying theory of plate tectonics.

Lecture emphasis on problems and hypotheses involved with the origin of rocks. Laboratory stresses use of the petrographic microscope for identification, description, and analysis of rock materials. A well-written research paper, which may include computer, lab, and library research, is required. Course includes a weekend trip to study classic rock terrains in the Adirondack Mountains.

Approved work-training experience with state or federal agency, museum, or industrial firm. Permission of department.

Hydrologic problems are analyzed by organizing information into a water budget and then quantifying the variables in the water budget equation. Common hydrologic variables include precipitation, evaporation, transpiration, stream flow, infiltration and groundwater. Groundwater is emphasized. Lectures supplemented by field work, lab measurements, and computer modeling.

Students serve as laboratory assistants under supervision of faculty member. Four hours of work per week expected for each hour of credit elected; may be taken more than once. Does not count toward major requirements. Permission of the chairperson.

Each student will present a seminar on a current topic of geological or earth science research during the spring semester of their senior year. Emphasis on detailed knowledge of the subject matter, techniques for searching the professional literature, and procedures for the preparation and presentation of a professional seminar.

Course Description: Each student will present a seminar on a current research topic during the spring semester of their senior year. Emphasis on detailed knowledge of the subject matter, techniques for searching the professional literature, and procedures for the preparation and presentation of a professional seminar.

Two-week geologic mapping course immediately following end of spring semester (Summer Session I). Held at Catskill, N.Y.

Research leading to a comprehensive report reviewed and evaluated by faculty. Open to B.S. Geology majors in Honors Track only. Permission of department/enrollment in B.S. Geology Honors track.

Special area of geosciences not covered by regular courses.

Special area of geosciences not covered by regular courses.

Special area of geosciences not covered by regular courses.

Special area of geosciences not covered by regular courses.

Special area of geosciences not covered by regular courses.

Special area of geosciences not covered by regular courses.

Special area of geosciences not covered by regular courses.

Special area of geosciences not covered by regular courses.

Special area of geosciences not covered by regular courses.

Special area of geosciences not covered by regular courses. Permission of the department.