ENV 4000 - Environmental Geology

3(2 + 2)

Prerequisite: 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

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.