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  • GEOL 304: Structural Geology

    4.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    Structural geology studies the way rocks deform on scales ranging from the microscopic to plate tectonic. This course investigates how rock fold, fracture, and even flow. This knowledge leads to an understanding of how mountain ranges form, where natural resources occur, where groundwater pollutants migrate, and what controls ground stability in construction. The course also explores the history of the earth from a plate tectonics perspective. Projects include both laboratory studies and mapping exercises of deformed rocks in the field.
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  • GEOL 31: Geology of the National Parks and Monuments

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    This course is a tool for learning geology and processes in the context of something familiar: the National Parks and Monuments of the U.S. By focusing on the spectacular examples of places students are most likely to visit, students will better identify with the material. This course helps students build a framework understanding of Earth's geologic processes by first establishing an underlying theme of plate tectonics (i.e., the driving force for many large-scale geologic events). The course then focuses in on specific geologic environments in detail ranging from deep-earth formation of magmas that feed volcanoes to surficial processes such as coastal erosion and causes of ice ages. This course does not satisfy major, concomitant, or specialization requirements for Secondary Education and/or Liberal Arts and Science majors.
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  • GEOL 316: Petrology and Geochemistry

    4.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    This course introduces the fundamentals of geochemistry in the context of igneous and metamorphic petrology. Understanding the basic principles of the chemical processes within the earth sets the stage for investigations of how magmas form and crystallize, and how pressure, temperature, and fluid-rock interaction change rock mineralogy and texture. Understanding the environments in which rocks form leads to the development of models of geologic processes that form these kinds of rocks. Laboratory work focuses on practical application of these concepts to mapping rocks in the field and studies of rock suites from all over the globe using petrographic microscopes.
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  • GEOL 320: Optical Mineralogy

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    The unique interactions between crystals and light allow the use of specialized microscopes for the study of rocks and minerals. This course investigates these fascinating phenomena and applies them toward the microscopic determination of minerals and their intergrowths. Projects focus on basic mineral identification and application of that data toward solving basic petrology problems.
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  • GEOL 324: Geomorphology

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    This course involves the study of the evolution of landforms. Tectonic forces, climates and biological forces, the processes of weathering, mass wasting, and erosion in the formation of the surface features of the earth are considered. The interpretation of geologic and topographic maps, laboratory exercises, as well as individual field studies are an important part of the course. Laboratory work and field trips are required.
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  • GEOL 346: Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

    4.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    The basic composition, transport, diagenesis and distribution of sediments are introduced along with the principles governing the classification, correlation, interpretation, of stratified rocks are presented by means of lectures, laboratory exercises and field trips. Laboratory exercises demonstrate procedures used in analyzing and presenting stratigraphic data. Field trips are employed to introduce the student to stratigraphic principles and local stratigraphic problems.
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  • GEOL 358: General Geophysics

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    The study of applied near-surface geophysical methods such as gravity, magnetics, seismic refraction, seismic reflection, electrical resistivity, electromagnetic induction, ground penetrating radar, and borehole logging. The laboratory exercises and field work using portable geophysical equipment will familiarize the students with the various methods used to collect and interpret geophysical data. (This course is also offered under the MRSC 358 designation.)
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  • GEOL 362: Hydrogeology

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    This course deals with the study of the subsurface waters of the Earth, their occurrence, circulation and distribution, their chemical and physical properties and their relation to the geologic environment. The laboratory exercises and field work will familiarize students with various methods used to collect and interpret hydrological data.
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  • GEOL 366: Marine Geology

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    A study of the structural and sedimentary environments of the continental shelf, slopes, and ocean basins. The crustal structure of the earth and its relation to the sedimentary record and geologic history of the ocean is examined. Sampling and laboratory procedures used by the marine geologist are introduced.
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  • GEOL 368: Research in Geology I

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    This course involves field, laboratory and library research on a topic of geological nature. The work will be supervised by a faculty member and the research topic will be acceptable to both the supervising faculty member and the student. The combined credit total for Research in Geology I and II is up to 6 semester hours. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of geology courses and consent of the instructor.
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