1/2(3L)
Exploration of the global and local-scale physical processes that have shaped our planet. Strong emphasis is on interrelationships of geological processes and humans. Topics for discussion include volcanoes, earthquakes, pollution, and the origin and exploitation of energy, mineral and water resources.
Note: May be used toward the Natural Science requirement for Programs Type A, B, and D (B.A. programs). Students with credit for GEOL 103, 105, 110 or 121 may not take this course for credit.
2(3L)
A consideration of the evolution of our earth, from its origin to the present. Emphasis is placed on the evolution of life, and on the interpretation of the rock and fossil record. Special consideration is given to major events in the history of our planet and of animals and plants.
Note: May be used toward the Natural Science requirement for Programs Type A, B, and D (B.A. programs). Students with credit for GEOL 103, 105, 110 or 122 may not take this course for credit.
1/2(3L-3P)
Follows the same lectures as GEOL 108. The laboratory component satisfies the requirements of students in Program Type C (B.Sc. programs). Students in the College of Education who wish to take a course in Earth Science and require a laboratory component are advised take this course.
Note: Students with credit for GEOL 103, 105, 108, 110 or GEO E 118 may not take this course for credit.
2(3L-3P)
Follows the same lectures as GEOL 109. The laboratory component satisfies the requirements of students in Program Type C (B.Sc. programs). Students in the College of Education who wish to take a course in Earth Science and require a laboratory component are advised to take this course.
Note: Students with credit for GEOL 103, 105, 110 or 109 may not take this course for credit.
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units in a 100-level science course(s).
An introduction to Earth System Science, a concept that demonstrates the interrelationships between the Earth's landmasses, atmosphere, oceans and biosphere, and the role of humans in their interaction. Topics discussed will include geochemical cycles and environmental change, both natural and anthropogenic.
Note: Students with credit for GEOL 205 or 209 or BIOL 107 or 108 may not take this course for credit.
1(3L-3P)
Prerequisite(s): : GEOL 121; CHEM 112. Students with GEOG 112 may take this course with permission of the department.
Crystalline materials and their properties, crystal chemistry and chemical equilibria in natural system, mineral properties and classification, mineral genesis; classification and petrogenesis of igneous and metamorphic rocks.
Note: Students with credit for GEOL 221 may not take this course for credit.
2(3L-3P)
Prerequisite(s): GEOL 224 , CHEM 115 (may be taken concurrently).
Optical mineralogy, X-ray crystallography, crystal chemistry, major rock-forming mineral groups, mineral stability.
Note: Students with credit for GEOL 221 may not take this course for credit.
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): GEOL 121; MATH 110 (may be taken concurrently); CHEM 112. Students with GEOG 112 may take this course with permission of the department.
An overview of geochemical theory and problem-solving techniques used by Earth Scientists to elucidate Earth system processes. Topics of discussion will include the origin of elements, stable and radiogenic isotopes, geochronology, thermodynamics, trace element partitioning in mineral fluid systems, weathering and aqueous geochemistry.
Note: Students with credit for GEOL 428 may not take this course for credit.
1(3L-2P)
Prerequisite(s): GEOL 121. Students with GEOG 112 may take this course with permission of the department.
An introduction to physical and sedimentary processes, and the origins and characteristics of the main types of sedimentary rocks. Selected continental and marine depositional environments are discussed. Laboratories focus on the identification of sedimentary rocks in hand specimen and the applications of sedimentary structures. The multidisciplinary applications of sedimentology are emphasized.
Note: Students with credit for GEOL 241 may not take this course for credit.
2(3L-3P)
Prerequisite(s): GEOL 243.
The principles of stratigraphic analysis. Covers classical and modern methods, including litho-, bio-, and chronostratigraphy, and sequence stratigraphy. A brief introduction is given to the main fossil groups, emphasizing their application to dating sedimentary rocks. Problems of correlation are discussed. Laboratories include examples of the different approaches to stratigraphic analysis of sedimentary rocks.
Note: Students with credit for GEOL 241 may not take this course for credit.