ENV 4000 - Environmental Geology

Credits: 3 (2 + 2)

Prerequisite(s): GEL 1010 plus a Minimum of six hours in geology or physical geography or Permission of instructor; GEL 3120 (or GEG 1240) and GEL 3060 strongly recommended

Description: The close relationship of the environment to the geology of the earth is examined. Basic geology, geologic processes, and geologic techniques are applied to the environment in a series of practical problems. Interpretation of topographic and geologic maps is required. Natural geologic hazards are revealed in a series of actual case studies performed by the student.