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Course Descriptions

GEO 116 - Special Topics in Geosciences

1-3 Credits

This course is designed to address specific topics of interest in the geosciences. Examples of potential course offerings could include volcanology, mineralogy, climate change, or the study of a particular geographic region. Topics may change from semester to semester based on faculty and student interest. Primarily lecture format, but field experiences may be included.

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Summarize the cause and effect relationship of natural events relevant to topics addressed by this offering.
2. Utilize the scientific method as a predictive tool.
3. Evaluate the effects of human activity on the natural environment.
4. Compare and contrast case studies.

Course Offered Fall, Spring

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Fall Semester 2024
Spring Semester 2024
Summer Session 2024