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2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog (As of 06-29-20) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

General Studies
  

  • BGST 400 Senior Synthesis Seminar (4)

    The Senior Synthesis Seminar serves as the culmination of the Bachelor of General Studies degree.  It calls upon students to confront and analyze a fundamental and wide-ranging question-for instance, how should we take care of people who can’t take care of themselves? Should we have a living wage? Are human beings well-suited to democracy? Students use perspectives, knowledge, and skills learned in multiple disciplines to create a project that addresses one aspect of this broad question.  Finally, students integrate this project and other work to create an electronic portfolio that showcases what they have learned in their program of study.
    Prerequisite(s): BGST 101 , senior standing, declared BGST students, and permission of program director. 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: Topics will vary from section to section and semester to semester.  Consult your BGS advisor for specifics.

Geography
  

  • GEOG 101 World Regional Geography (3)

    This course introduces students to the key concepts of geography through the lens of different regions of the world. Students explore the dynamics of human existence in different settings, arriving at a holistic understanding of life in the region by considering the interaction of physical and human geographies. The focus is on diversity amid the commonalities of human experience.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Cross-listing: POLI 104  
  

  • GEOG 119 Special Topics in Geography (3)

    This course examines selected topics in geography not covered in other courses.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GEOG 206 Doing Research in Politics: Introduction to Qualitative Research (3)

    This course introduces students to the qualitative methods that researches use to collect and analyze data and to make causal inferences about political phenomena.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Cross-listing: POLI 206  
  

  • GEOG 219 Reading the Lowcountry Landscape (3)

    This course will develop geographic skills through a critical analysis of the South Carolina Lowcountry. The course takes holistic approach to understanding the Lowcountry by exploring the various processes (such as environmental, political, cultural and economic) that have shaped the region. Because geography emphasizes sensitivity to place, field research is an integral component of this course.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GEOG 290 Special Topics in Humanities in Geography (3)

    Designed for the study of specialized topics in geography that fulfil the General Education Humanities requirement and count as an elective in the Geography minor. These are place-based courses that entail sustained focus on the creation of places through immersion in those places and extensive field-trips
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GEOG 301 Special Topics in Geography (3)

    This course examines selected topics in geography not covered in other courses.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GEOG 401 Reading and Independent Study in Geography (1-3)

    This is a course designed primarily for the student interested in a particular topic. The amount of reading and/or the nature of the project will determine the credit to be assigned.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.

Geology and Environmental Geosciences
  

  • GEOL 103 Environmental Geology (3)

    The study of plate tectonics, volcanism, and surficial geological processes provides the foundation to examine geological hazards, environmental changes, and earth resources. The students’ understanding the principles of geology will aid them to understanding practical solutions to environmental problems and resource depletion. Lectures three hours per week. The Honors version of this course is HONS 155 . Students may not receive credit for both.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 103L 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GEOL 103L Environmental Geology Laboratory (1)

    A laboratory course to accompany GEOL 103 . Laboratory three hours per week. The Honors version of this course is HONS 155L . Students may not receive credit for both.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GEOL 105 Earth History (3)

    An overview of the 4.5 billion-year history of our planet as revealed by analysis and interpretation of the geologic and paleontologic record preserved in rocks of the earth’s crust. Lectures three hours per week. The Honors version of this course is HONS 156 . Students may not receive credit for both.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103 /GEOL 103L  or HONS 155 /HONS 155L .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 105L  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GEOL 105L Earth History Laboratory (1)

    A laboratory course to accompany GEOL 105 . Laboratory: three hours per week. The Honors version of this course is HONS 156L . Students may not receive credit for both.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 105 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GEOL 107 Introduction to Coastal and Marine Geology (3)

    This course introduces students to the geological processes that form, shape and modify the world’s ocean basins and the sediments contained within. Coastal and deep marine depositional environments will be examined from both a modern and ancient perspective.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 206 Planetary Geology (3)

    This course is designed to explore surface landscapes of planets and moons within our solar system. Topics for discussion will include the general physiography of the planetary bodies and the processes that modify their surface morphologies (e.g., tectonism, volcanism, impact cratering, eolian, hydrologic, glacial and other resurfacing processes). Lectures three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  or HONS 155  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 213 Natural Hazards (3)

    This course investigates the scientific aspects of several types of natural hazards (earthquakes, volcanoes, floods, etc.) using in-depth case studies of recent and historical hazardous events. The course will emphasize both hazardous impacts and means of mitigating risks. Case studies of specific events will be used to highlight the social, economic, environmental and human impacts.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  or HONS 155  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • GEOL 235 Geology and Civilization (3)

    In this course students will examine the affects geologic phenomena have had on the development of some classical societies. We will delve into the geology behind these phenomena, learn how to identify geological events in the soil/rock record, and then critically examine how these phenomena may have affected trade, agriculture, power, resources and more.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103 /GEOL 103L  or HONS 155 /HONS 155L  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 239 Introduction to Seafloor Mapping (2)

    Students will learn the basic theory behind multibeam sonar mapping of seafloor depths (bathymetry), and become experienced in the use of state-of-the-art data processing software. The course is taught as an Express class, and includes a one-day weekend training workshop.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  or GEOL 107  or permission of instructor
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GEOL 240 Special Topics in Geology (1-4)

    This course is used to offer an examination of topics in geology for which a regular course is not offered.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 , or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GEOL 250 Introduction to Geochemistry (4)

    Introduces basic chemical principles required to understand fundamental geological and environmental processes. Topics include principles and environmental applications of inorganic, organic, aqueous, and isotope geochemistry. Students will develop requisite theoretical and practical skills to qualitatively and quantitatively solve geological and environmental problems. Lecture three hours per week; laboratory three per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103 /GEOL 103L  or HONS 155 /HONS 155L  and GEOL 105 /GEOL 105L  or HONS 156 /HONS 156L , and CHEM 111 /CHEM 111L .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 250L 
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 250L Introduction to Geochemistry Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 250 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 250 
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 253 Earth Systems Science (4)

    An inspection of the processes, interactions, and feedbacks between the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, biosphere, anthroposphere, and exosphere. An application of geosciences, chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics considering the Earth as an integrated system in order to determine the past, current and future states of the Earth and its sustainability. 
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103 , GEOL 103L  or HONS 155 , HONS 155L ; GEOL 105 , GEOL 105L  or HONS 156 , HONS 156L  
    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): CHEM 111 , CHEM 111L  or HONS 190 , HONS 190L  
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • GEOL 256 Mineralogy and Petrology (4)

    Class topics will include discussion of the origin and identification of minerals, and igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. These concepts are fundamental to the discipline of geology. Hand-sample, microscopic, and spectroscopic methods will be used. Lecture three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156  
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 256L 
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • GEOL 256L Mineralogy and Petrology Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 256 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 256 
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • GEOL 257 Marine Geology (4)

    A study of geological processes at work in the sea. Discussion of the various marine environments ranging from the nearshore estuarine and coastal environments to those of the deep ocean basins. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 257L 
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • GEOL 257L Marine Geology Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 257 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 257 
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • GEOL 260 NASA Space Mission Design (2)

    Students work on teams with engineering students at another university to design unmanned NASA satellite missions. Student teams interactively participate through presentations, assigned readings, on-line discussions, classroom exercises and dynamic activities, and compete for best mission with final projects being evaluated by a panel of NASA experts.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 206  or permission of instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 260L  or GEOL 460L  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
    Cross-listing: ASTR 260 , PHYS 260  
  

  • GEOL 260L NASA Space Mission Design Lab (1)

    Lab students work on teams with engineering students at another university to design unmanned NASA satellite missions. Student teams interactively participate through presentations, assigned readings, on-line discussions, classroom exercises and dynamic activities, and compete for best mission with final projects being evaluated by a panel of NASA experts.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 206  or permission of instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 260  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
    Cross-listing: ASTR 260L , PHYS 260L  
  

  • GEOL 272 Stratigraphy and Sedimentation (4)

    This course will introduce students to the various stratigraphic principles, relationships and analyses used by geologists to interpret sedimentary rock sequences. Students will also be introduced to sedimentary processes and properties that can be used to identify and interpret sedimentary environments in the stratigraphic record. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 272L 
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 272L Stratigraphy and Sedimentation Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 272 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 272 
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 275 Geomorphology (4)

    An introduction to the understanding of geomorphic principles used to interpret the evolution of landforms and the geomorphic history of different regions of the United States. Practical applications to such fields as groundwater hydrology, soil science and engineering geology. Laboratory sessions will deal with the interpretation of aerial photographs, soil maps and topographic maps. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 275L 
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 275L Geomorphology Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 275 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 275 
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 288 Global Change: A Geological Perspective (3)

    The Earth’s climate has changed throughout its history and it will change in the near future. The class draws from geology, chemistry, meteorology, and oceanography to explore the geological record and the contemporary Earth System processes to provide students with an understanding of the complexity of global change.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 105  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 291 Water Resources (4)

    Water resources topics including hydrology, ground water, water quality, and aquatic remote sensing fundamentals are covered in this course. Focus will be on developing requisite theoretical and practical skills to understand challenges faced in the field of water resources today. Lecture three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103 /GEOL 103L  or HONS 155 /HONS 155L  and GEOL 105 /GEOL 105L  or HONS 156 /HONS 156L  
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 291L 
    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): CHEM 111 /CHEM 111L  or HONS 190 /HONS 190L  ; MATH 111  or higher or; or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GEOL 291L Water Resources Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 291 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 291 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GEOL 303 Independent Study in Geology (1-3)

    An independent research project in which a student works on a research topic under the supervision of a faculty member. The faculty member will help to design and supervise the project. A project proposal will be drafted and approved by both the faculty member and the student researcher and approved by the department chairman.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior class standing or departmental approval.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GEOL 312 Environmental Field Methods (3)

    Professional geologists are required to interpret geologic and hydrogeologic data in the context of regulatory policy when attempting to solve environmental problems. This course will provide an introduction and synthesis of field methods and policies typically encountered by environmental geologists in the field, including study of wetlands, ground water flow and quality and assessment of contaminated soil and water. Instruction will include the use of case studies to provide a realistic context for the field studies. Lectures two hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 105 , and GEOL 272 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 314 Introduction to Remote Sensing (4)

    An introduction to the physical fundamentals of remote sensing. The course uses the electromagnetic spectrum as a guide to various sensor systems and designs. Topics include: electromagnetic spectrum, color theory, photographic films, sensor systems and design, data collection, reduction and application, computer software available and data acquisition. Course emphasis is on geologic problems. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 314L 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 314L Introduction to Remote Sensing Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 314 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 314 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 320 Earth Resources (3)

    Earth resources including metallic ore deposits, nonmetallic deposits, and energy resources utilized by society are classified and described. The compromises between the environmental impact of resource development and industrialization are also studied from a scientific perspective. Lectures three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 , GEOL 256  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 333 Paleobiology (4)

    An investigation of the record of past life on Earth as preserved in the fossil record. Processes and patterns of evolution, evolutionary thought, taxonomic classification and the origin of life on Earth and its subsequent development are among the subjects covered. The paleobiology of invertebrate taxa, including their morphology, phylogeny and ecology are stressed in the laboratory. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 333L 
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 333L Paleobiology Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany BIOL 333 .
    Corequisite(s): BIOL 333 
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 339 Seafloor Research (3)

    Students will each conduct research on a portion of the seafloor, using archived acoustic data and state-of-the-art software. They will address scientific questions related to seabed/substrate characteristics such as geomorphology, benthic habitat potential, and geologic origin. Students will prepare their research results for presentation as if they were to attend a national conference.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  OR GEOL 107 , GEOL 239 , GEOL 257 , or permission of instructor 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GEOL 352 Structural Geology (4)

    The mechanical basis of deformation, recognition, classification, interpretation and origin of structures produced by deformation in the Earth’s crust. Deformation as a fundamental concept of tectonics. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; MATH 111  or MATH 120 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 352L 
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • GEOL 352L Structural Geology Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 352 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 352 
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • GEOL 357 Oceanographic Research-the Transect Program (4)

    This course engages students in actual multidisciplinary research, focused on the southeast continental shelf. Students participate in a 5-day research cruise, then conduct independent and collaborative research in the laboratory. Students present their research results in poster and oral form, and prepare a manuscript for publication in an online journal.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 257  and permission of the instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 357L 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 357L Oceanographic Research-the Transect Program Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 357 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 357 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 360 Field Studies (4)

    Three-week intensive field experience in geologic mapping and interpretation taught in the western United States using topographic base maps, aerial photography and satellite imagery. Mapping exercises emphasize the description of stratigraphic sections and geologic structures, and an interpretation of geologic history.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; GEOL 272 , and GEOL 352 , or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: Students may substitute this course with another approved College- or university-sponsored geology field class with the permission of the instructor. Under special circumstances, a student may petition the department to substitute an equivalent field experience for GEOL 360.
  

  • GEOL 364 Field Studies: Environmental Geology and Water Resources in the Developing World (4)

    Global water resources are stressed, and many developing nations have urgent challenges facing them for the foreseeable future. India is one such country struggling with water management (too little supply during most part of the year or too much during the monsoon season). In this course, we will travel to locations in the Ganges River (also known as Ganga River) basin to learn how India is managing water resources and planning for a future that may bring more extreme shifts in drought and flood cycles, affecting the nexus of people and the environment.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 256  or GEOL 272  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 365 Field Studies: Geology and Environmental Geosciences in Africa (4)

    This is a three - week field based course to study geology, earth history and current environmental impacts in South Africa. Various geologic environments, stratigraphy and discussing the geological timescale, plate tectonics, and evolutionary theory. We will investigate environmental issues on water scarcity and quality, including access to potable water in rural communities and human health impacts related to access to clean water. Students will also make observations that provide clues regarding stresses on the environment.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 256  or GEOL 272  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 366 Field Studies: Geology and Paleontology (4)

    The course will entail site investigation, mapping,sample collection, and the analysis of both large and small scale geological outcrops. The course will explore the impacts of the Geosciences upon many disciplines. This is an opportunity to join an international team of scientists who are working on the geology and vertebrate fossils at active paleontolgy research sites.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 256  or GEOL 272  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 385 Internship (1-4)

    A student will gain professional geologic experience with an internship at a private geologic firm or governmental agency. A faculty advisor will be appointed to award the grade received. The student will make all internship arrangements, and a written proposal is required before the start of the internship. A report will be required upon completion of the internship. One hour of credit will be awarded for each 45 hours completed with a maximum of four credits awarded.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing with at least a 2.500 GPA both overall and in the geology major. This course may not be applied as an elective course required in the major
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GEOL 395 Special Topics (1-4)

    This course will be used to offer an examination of topics in geology at the advanced level in which a regular course is not offered.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103 /GEOL 103L  or HONS 155 /HONS 155L ; GEOL 105 /GEOL 105L  or HONS 156 /HONS 156L .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GEOL 395L Special Topics Laboratory (0-1)

    This course will be used to offer an examination of topics in geology at the advanced level in which a regular course is not offered. Course number may be repeated but for different course content.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GEOL 397 Research Experience in Geology (0)

    A student works under faculty supervision to learn a research method, to explore possible research topics, or to continue an ongoing study. The faculty member helps the student to determine the course goals and objectives, and supervises the execution of the project. The student will provide a written report to the faculty at the end of the semester. Students will receive a grade of “S’ (satisfactory) or “U” (unsatisfactory) for the course.
    Prerequisite(s): Only declared Geology majors may take a Zero Credit Research course. Permission of the instructor and approval of the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 399 Tutorial (1-3)

    Individual instruction given by a tutor in regularly scheduled meetings (usually once a week).
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing plus permission of the tutor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GEOL 402 Geospatial Science (4)

    The course introduces the concepts and components of a geographic information system (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) by teaching the essential skills using Google Earth, ArcGIS online, ArcGIS desktop and image processing software packages. Students will understand the operational processes of spatial data acquisition, metadata development, geodatabase design, GIS application development, cartographic mapping and dynamic visualization, and GIS implementation. Students will also use common open source tools, as well as image processing and global positioning systems (GPS).
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 103L , MATH 101  or MATH 104  or MATH 111  or MATH 120 , sophomore or higher standing. 
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 402L 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GEOL 402L Geospatial Science Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 402 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 402 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GEOL 411 Tectonics (3)

    Global tectonics has revolutionized the earth sciences. This new model of planetary tectonic processes, which has been developed only in the last 20 years, provides an explanation of a wide variety of geologic processes over a wide range scale, with a degree of accuracy unsurpassed by any previous theory. Lectures three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; GEOL 272  and GEOL 352 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 412 Crustal Geophysics (3)

    This course introduces students to geophysical techniques and how they are used to constrain subsurface earth structure. The geophysical techniques covered include gravity and magnetism, seismic refraction and reflection and earthquake seismology. The course also features a sequenced writing assignment integrating different geophysical techniques into one crustal model.
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 120 ; GEOL 103  or HONS 155 ; GEOL 105  or HONS 156 ; and GEOL 352 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 416 Paleoecology (4)

    Interpretation of ancient environments from the study of rocks and their contained fossil organisms. Emphasis will be placed on the recurrent paleobiotopes- paleolithotopes through geologic time and the evolution of community structure. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; GEOL 272 , GEOL 333 , and GEOL 430 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 416L 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 416L Paleoecology Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 416 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 416 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 430 Sedimentary Petrology (4)

    A petrographic approach to the classification and genetic interpretation of sedimentary rocks. Terrigenous sandstones and carbonate rocks will be emphasized with lesser stress on mud rocks and noncarbonate chemical rocks. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 430L 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 430L Sedimentary Petrology Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 430 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 430 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 434 Geology of the Carolinas (3)

    An examination of the current state of knowledge of the rocks, structures and economic minerals of North and South Carolina and immediately surrounding areas, with an emphasis on environmental concerns. Lectures three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; GEOL 272  and GEOL 352 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 438 Hydrogeology (4)

    An introduction to the historical development, significance and underlying theory of the controls on groundwater movement and geochemical evolution. Emphasis will be placed on analyzing the dynamics of natural flow systems in a variety of geologic terrains. This analysis will then be used to assess water supply and water quality issues for the purposes of decision making. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; MATH 111  or MATH 120 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 438L 
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Cross-listing: EVSS 538
  

  • GEOL 438L Hydrogeology Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 438 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 438 
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 440 Igneous & Metamorphic Petrology (4)

    Description, classification, occurrence and geologic significance of igneous and metamorphic rocks. Emphasis is placed on the mineralogy and physical chemistry of silicate and nonsilicate systems. Laboratory consists of the study of igneous and metamorphic rocks in thin section. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 440L 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 440L Igneous & Metamorphic Petrology Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 440 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 440 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 441 Pollution in the Environment (4)

    Course focuses on theoretical and quantitative skills required to assess how natural and anthropogenic factors influence pollutant behavior in Earth’s near-surface environments, including fresh water and soils. Laboratory focuses on assessing pollutants in various environmental media using appropriate environmental techniques. Lecture three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 111  and CHEM 112  or GEOL 250 ; GEOL 291 ; or the equivalent; or permission of the instructor.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 441L 
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Cross-listing: EVSS 541
  

  • GEOL 441L Pollution in the Environment Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 441 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 441 
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • GEOL 442 Geological Application of Remote Sensing (4)

    This course will cover the application of remote sensing to environmental problems. Topics include: remote sensing theory, data collection, reduction and application, computer software tools, data acquisition and ties to geographic information systems (GIS). This course assumes a basic understanding of remote sensing. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 . Some computer experience is helpful.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 442L 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Cross-listing: EVSS 542
  

  • GEOL 442L Geological Application of Remote Sensing Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 442 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 442 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 444 Quantitative Hydrogeology (3)

    A comprehensive survey of the underlying theory and applications of quantitative techniques for assessing groundwater movement, contaminant transport and geochemical evolution. Emphasis will be placed on applied engineering methods for evaluating aquifer properties from well hydraulics, tracer studies and laboratory experimentation. The methods will be employed to make engineering decisions concerning the groundwater resource in client-driven hypothetical and real-world scenarios. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 , GEOL 438 , or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 449 Geographical Information Systems (4)

    This course will cover spatial data types and quality, data input operations, database management, data analysis, software design concerns and various applications for GIS. Computer-based GIS software (PC) will be used throughout the course. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103   and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; and GEOL 402 ; or permission of the instructor. Some computer experience is helpful.
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 449L  
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Cross-listing: EVSS 549
  

  • GEOL 449L Geographical Information Systems Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 449 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 449  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 460L NASA Space Mission Design Leadership Lab (1)

    Lab students lead local teams and work with engineering students at another university to design unmanned NASA satellite missions. Student teams interactively participate through presentations, assigned readings, on-line discussions, classroom exercises and dynamic activities, and compete for best mission with final projects being evaluated by a panel of NASA experts.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructors
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 260  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
    Cross-listing: ASTR 460L , PHYS 460L  
  

  • GEOL 469 Advanced GIS - Environmental and Hazards Modeling (4)

    Advanced GIS - Environmental and Hazards Modeling is designed to enhance the student’s knowledge of and skills in the science and applications of Geographic Information systems. Topics include: Cloud GIS, Model building, Process automation, LIDAR and image processing and FEMA’s HAZUS. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 103  and GEOL 105  or HONS 155  and HONS 156 ; GEOL 402 ; or permission of instructor 
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 469L 
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Cross-listing: EVSS 569
  

  • GEOL 469L Advanced GIS - Environmental and Hazards Modeling Laboratory (0)

    Laboratory section to accompany GEOL 469 .
    Corequisite(s): GEOL 469 
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GEOL 491 Senior Thesis (3)

    This course will normally be conducted during the spring semester of the student’s senior year, and consists of conducting, writing and presenting the results of the research project. The results of the student’s research must be presented at a scientific forum approved by his or her research advisor.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 492 Senior Seminar (1)

    Weekly seminar to be taken during the calendar year in which a geology major is to graduate. The purpose of the course is to prepare the students for a career in geology and to present recent advancements in the field through seminars and discussions. One hour per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing as a geology major.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  
  

  • GEOL 499A Bachelor’s Essay (3)

    Semester one of a two semester intensive research and writing course for accomplished and motivated upper-level students under the close supervision of a faculty member in the department or program. Students must take the initiative in seeking a faculty member to help in the design and supervision of the project. This is an individual enrollment course, and registration is carried out through consultation with the faculty mentor.  
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor and Department/Program approval prior to registration. Individual departments or programs may prescribe particular requirements for eligibility for the bachelor’s essay, particular procedures for the approval of proposals, and/or particular guidelines for the projects themselves.  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GEOL 499B Bachelor’s Essay (3)

    Semester two of a two semester intensive research and writing course for accomplished and motivated upper-level students under the close supervision of a faculty member in the department or program. Students must take the initiative in seeking a faculty member to help in the design and supervision of the project. This is an individual enrollment course, and registration is carried out through consultation with the faculty mentor. 
    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 499A 
    Course Frequency: Occasional

German
  

  • GRMN 101 Elementary German (3)

    Introduces the fundamental structures of German with emphasis on acquisition of the basic language skills: reading and listening comprehension and oral and written expression.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 101 is open only to beginning students of German.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GRMN 101C Elementary German Conversation Supplement (1)

    A one-hour weekly session for intensive listening-speaking practice in German using vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in the corresponding basic course.
    Corequisite(s): GRMN 101   
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count towards the major.
  

  • GRMN 102 Elementary German (3)

    Introduces the fundamental structures of German with emphasis on acquisition of the basic language skills: reading and listening comprehension and oral and written expression.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or GRMN 101 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GRMN 102C Elementary German Conversation Supplement (1)

    A one-hour weekly session for intensive listening speaking practice in German using vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in the corresponding basic course.
    Corequisite(s): GRMN 102 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count towards the major.
  

  • GRMN 150 Intensive Elementary German (6)

    Equivalent to GRMN 101 -GRMN 102 . Introduces the fundamental structures of German with emphasis on acquisition of the basic language skills: reading and listening comprehension, and oral and written expression.
    Prerequisite(s): This course is open only to beginning students of German.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: This course covers the materials of GRMN 101 -GRMN 102  in one semester sequence. Classes meet five days a week for a total of six hours of instruction. It is designed for students who seek to accelerate their studies of German.
  

  • GRMN 201 Intermediate German (3)

    Develops a basic proficiency in German and familiarity with German culture through practice in the use of the basic language skills and acquisition of vocabulary.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or GRMN 102 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GRMN 201C Intermediate German Conversation Supplement (1)

    Optional one-hour weekly sessions for intensive listening and speaking practice in German, utilizing vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in a corresponding basic course.
    Corequisite(s): GRMN 201 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: “C” course credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count towards the major.
  

  • GRMN 202 Intermediate German (3)

    Develops a basic proficiency in German and familiarity with German culture through practice in the use of the basic language skills and acquisition of vocabulary.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or GRMN 201 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • GRMN 202C Intermediate German Conversation Supplement (1)

    Optional one-hour weekly sessions for intensive listening and speaking practice in German, utilizing vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in a corresponding basic course.
    Corequisite(s): GRMN 202 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: “C” course credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count towards the major.
  

  • GRMN 213 German Conversational Practicum (3)

    Intensive Maymester or summer session course designed to strengthen communicative skills in German and enhance awareness of German-speaking cultures. Recommended especially for the students preparing for study abroad.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: This elective course may not count toward the major or minor.
  

  • GRMN 250 Intensive Intermediate German (6)

    Equivalent to GRMN 201 -GRMN 202 . Develops a basic proficiency in German and familiarity with German culture through practice in the use of the basic language skills and acquisition of vocabulary.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 102  or GRMN 150  with a grade of C+ or better, or placement via placement exam. Students are advised not to postpone completion of their language requirement until their senior year, since this course might not be available to them.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: This course covers the materials of GRMN 201 -GRMN 202  in one semester. Classes meet five days a week for a total of six hours of instruction. It is designed for students who seek to accelerate their studies of German.
  

  • GRMN 313 German Conversation (3)

    A course designed to expand oral communication skills. Emphasis is on the development of listening comprehension and oral discourse, but some essays and grammar are also included.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or placement.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: Native speakers or students who have already achieved a high level of oral proficiency (to be determined by an oral interview with the instructor) will not be given credit for this course.
  

  • GRMN 314 German Composition and Grammar (3)

    This course emphasizes writing on various topics: personal experience, assignments based on readings on culture and literature, etc. An extensive review of grammar is an important component of the course.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or placement.
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: Native speakers or students who have already achieved a high level of oral proficiency (to be determined by an oral interview with the instructor) will not be given credit for this course.
  

  • GRMN 315 Advanced German Reading (3)

    This course enables students to acquire skills needed to read and/or translate German texts. Readings will concentrate on academic, literary, scientific and commercial texts, as well as up-to-date Internet journalism. Texts relating to the academic fields and interests of participants will be incorporated.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202 , GRMN 250 , placement, or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 320 Special Assignment Abroad (3)

    An internship or other experiential learning project designed to enhance command of German in a German-speaking environment. Assignment to be undertaken and nature of its evaluation to be determined in consultation with the instructor or the director of the German program.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202 , GRMN 250 , placement, or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 325 German Contemporary Issues (3)

    A course on political, social, cultural, and environmental issues currently confronting Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Students will read, discuss and write essays on newspaper and magazine articles on contemporary topics. In addition, students will regularly watch and report on German news programs received via satellite television.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 326 German Media (3)

    A course in listening comprehension and reading in the specialized area of the German media, such as television and radio programs, film documentaries, newspapers, magazines and advertising. Extensive use of the Internet will be included.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202 , GRMN 250 , placement, or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
 

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