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GEOL 451 - Summer Field Geology

(3 to 6 units)
Geologic techniques in the field: mapping igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks; study of mineralization, geomorphology, structural and stratigraphic techniques. Fee covers room, board and transportation. (Major capstone course.)

Prerequisite(s): GEOL 212; GPH 333; GEOL 450; CH 201 or CH 202 or CH 203; ENG 102.

Major Capstone Course
Offered Every Summer
Student Learning Outcomes (if available):
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to integrate Effective Composition & Communications skills and Critical Analysis & Use of Information to interpret and describe geologic features and the geologic processes that produced them.
2. Students will be able to synthesize information and techniques from previous coursework across disciplines to complete geologic field exercises and accompanying reports.
3. Students will be able to describe the results of geological field investigations in professional report format appropriate to the geosciences.
4. Students will be able to articulate and follow ethical principles in a scientific context, including professional standards of field research, communication of results without plagiarism, and appropriate crediting of collaborators.


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