The Department of Geology

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The Department of Geology offers programs of study leading to the:

•Bachelor of Science in Geology: intended for those who wish either to enter the profession on graduation or to pursue graduate studies in geology. The program emphasizes breadth of geological studies rather than specialization, but two general career areas are recognized by selection of one of:

General Geology and Natural Resource Exploration and Development: Senior electives include courses in sedimentary or igneous geology, paleontology, geophysics or geochemistry, and exploration for and development of energy resources and mineral deposits. The minor field of study should be in biology, chemistry, mathematics, computer science engineering, or physics, or a combination of these depending on interest.

Environmental Geology: This area emphasizes the application of earth sciences to problems related to underground and surface water, the atmosphere, and geologic hazards such as flooding, slope stability, volcanism, and earthquakes. A broad background in related science and engineering is emphasized. Senior electives should be selected from courses in geochemistry, geophysics, marine geology, hydrology and sedimentology; and the minor should be in biology, chemistry, civil engineering, or a combination of these depending on interest.

•Bachelor of Arts in Geology: intended for those who desire a degree in geology with a strong liberal arts background and who intend to enter professions such as law, public policy and planning, K-12 teaching, natural history and library science.

•Teacher Certification: Secondary teaching certification programs in earth science, and life-earth science are offered and supervised by the department. Elementary certification in earth science is also possible. All of these programs can be coupled with the Bachelor of Arts in Geology.

Requirements for a Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology

University core curriculum requirements other than science (see Degree Program section for a detailed description of the university core curriculum).

English

Six hours of composition.

Literature

Three hours of English or foreign language literature or other approved substitute.

Political Science

2311, 2312.

History

Six hours from 1311, 1312, and 3364.

Social/Cultural Studies

Three hours of designated courses in social or cultural anthropology, archaeology, social/political/cultural geography, economics, sociology, classical studies, or linguistics.

Fine Arts and Philosophy

Three hours from architecture, art, dance, music, or theatre arts.

Liberal Arts Elective

Three hours above the freshman level of literature, or social and cultural studies designated as taught in the College of Liberal Arts, or fine arts or philosophy, or technical writing.

Geology requirements for the Major

47 hours including 1445 (or 1435 or 1465) and 1446 (or 1436), 2445, 2446, 3491, 3441, 3442, 3443, 3387, 3388 and at least one course selected from 4443, 4310, 4409, or 4408. Six additional hours of 4000 level courses, selected in consultation with a departmental advisor, are required to ensure educational breadth in the geosciences.

Requirements for the Minor

18 hours (17 accepted with approval of the advisor) in biology, chemistry, physics*, mathematics (beginning with 1325)**, civil engineering or computer science engineering, or 24 hours (23 accepted with approval of advisor) in a combination of any two of these. Six hours of minor work must be in 3000/4000 courses from the following lists and subject to approval of a departmental advisor (BIOL 3315, 3339, 3348, 3355, 3455, 3456, 3457, 4305, 4338, 4348), (CHEM 3301, 3310, 3321, 3322, 4311, 4312), (MATH 3302, 3314, 3316, 3318, 3345, 4313, 4318, 4322, 4324), (PHYS 3313, 3445, 3446), (any computer science or civil engineering 3000/4000-level courses acceptable).

Natural Science other than Geology

CHEM 1301, 1302, and 1284; PHYS 1443 and 1444; BIOL 1442 or 3455. For other science requirements, see Minor.

Mathematics

1325**, 1426, 2325.

Computer Literacy

GEOL 1491

Oral Communication Competency

GEOL 3441 or equivalent course approved by the Undergraduate Advisor.

Total

A minimum of 120 hours, of which at least 36 must be 3000/4000 level. (Exercise and sport activities (EXSA), ROTC and marching band are excluded.)

* A minor in physics requires the PHYS 1443 and 1444 introductory course sequence.

** Prerequisites may add hours to the total required for the degree.

Typical Course Sequence

(For students who are well-prepared for college level work at the time of admission, and who can devote 50-60 hours per week to study. All students are expected to see their academic advisor prior to enrollment each term.)

Freshman Year

First Semester: ENGL 1301; MATH 1325; GEOL 1445, 1491; HIST 1311; EXSA or ROTC or Marching Band—Total Credit 18 hours.

Second Semester: ENGL 1302; MATH 1426; CHEM 1301; GEOL 1446; HIST 1312; EXSA or ROTC—Total Credit 18 hours.

Sophomore Year

First Semester: English (literature), 3 hours; MATH 2325; CHEM 1302; CHEM 1284; GEOL 2445; EXSA or ROTC or Marching Band—Total Credit 16 hours.

Second Semester: BIOL 1442; POLS 2311; GEOL 2446; Social Science, 3 hours; EXSA or ROTC—Total Credit 15 hours.

Junior Year

First Semester: PHYS 1441 or 1443; GEOL 3441 and 3491; POLS 2312—Total Credit 15 hours.

Second Semester: GEOL 3442, 3443; PHYS 1442 or 1444; BIOL 3455—Total Credit 16 hours.

Summer Session

GEOL 3387 and 3388 (Summer Field Course)—Total Credit 6 hours.

Senior Year

First Semester: Minor, 6 hours; Geology (elective), 3 hours; Fine Arts/Philosophy, 3 hours; Other Social Science or Fine Arts/Philosophy, 3 hours—Total Credit 15 hours.

Second Semester: Minor, 6 hours; Geology Electives, 6 hours; Free Electives, 3 hours—Total Credit 15 hours.

Requirements for a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Geology

University core curriculum requirements other than science (see Degree Program section for a detailed description of the university core curriculum).

English

Six hours of composition.

Literature

Three hours of English or foreign language literature or other approved substitute.

Foreign Language

14 hours in a single foreign language, or eight hours in a language plus six hours from one area cluster (See substitution list in introductory information for the College of Science)

Political Science

2311, 2312.

History

Six hours from 1311, 1312, and 3364.

Social/Cultural Studies

Three hours of designated courses in social or cultural anthropology, archaeology, social/political/cultural geography, economics, sociology, classical studies, or linguistics.

Fine Arts and Philosophy

Three hours from architecture, art, dance, music, or theatre arts.

Liberal Arts Elective

Three hours above the freshman level of literature, or social and cultural studies designated as taught in the College of Liberal Arts, or fine arts or philosophy, or technical writing.

Geology requirements for the Major

41 hours including GEOL 1435 (or 1445 or 1465), 1436 (or 1446), 2445, 2446, 3491, 3441, 3442, 3443, and nine hours of 3000 and 4000 level courses selected in consultation with the undergraduate advisor. At least 3 of these 9 hours must be at the 4000 level.

Minor

18 hours in a single field of which six must be 3000/4000 level.

Natural Science other than Geology

CHEM 1301 and 1302; BIOL 1442 and 3455; PHYS 1441 and 1442.

Mathematics

1324 (or 1302 and 1303), 3316 (or 1308).

Computer Literacy

GEOL 1491.

Oral Communication Competency

GEOL 3441 or equivalent course approved by the Undergraduate Advisor.

Total

A minimum of 120 hours of which at least 36 must be 3000/4000 level, plus exercise and sport activities (EXSA) or ROTC or marching band as required.

Typical Course Sequence

(For students who are well-prepared for college level work at the time of admission, and who can devote 50-60 hours per week to study. All students are expected to see their academic advisor prior to enrollment each term.)

Freshman Year

First Semester: ENGL 1301; MATH 1324; GEOL 1435, 1491; HIST 1311; EXSA or ROTC or Marching Band—Total Credit 18 hours.

Second Semester: ENGL 1302; GEOL 1436; CHEM 1301; HIST 1312; POLS 2311; EXSA or ROTC—Total Credit 17 hours.

Sophomore Year

First Semester: English (literature), 3 hours; FORL 1441; GEOL 2445; POLS 2312; EXSA or ROTC or Marching Band—Total Credit 15 hours.

Second Semester: Social Science, 3 hours; FORL 1442; BIOL 3455; GEOL 2446; EXSA or ROTC—Total Credit 16 hours.

Junior Year

First Semester: FORL Elective, 3 hours; GEOL 3441; MATH 3316; PHYS 1447; Minor, 3 hours—Total Credit 17 hours.

Second Semester: GEOL 3442; GEOL 3443; FORL Elective, 3 hours; Minor, 3 hours; PHYS 1448—Total Credit 18 hours.

Summer Session:

GEOL 3387 and 3388 (Summer Field Course)—Total Credit 6 hours

Senior Year

First Semester: Minor, 6 hours; Geology Elective, 3 hours; Fine Arts/Philosophy, 3 hours; GEOL 3491—Total Credit 16 hours.

Second Semester: Minor (3000/4000), 6 hours; Geology Elective, 3 hours; Liberal Arts Elective, 3 hours—Total Credit 12 hours.

Department of Geology Faculty

Chair

Professors

Associate Professors

Adjunct Professor

Adjunct Associate Professors

Geology (GEOL)

Designation of Semester in Which Courses Are Offered

To assist students in planning their sequence of courses, most geology courses carry an indication as to when they are usually taught. However, the Department of Geology reserves the right to change the semester in which any course is taught in accordance with unforeseen conditions.

Designations are:

F - Fall, S - Spring, SSI - First Summer Session,

SSII - Second Summer Session, I - Irregular.

Prefix and number in parenthesis following the U.T. Arlington course number and title is the Common Course Number designation.

1135. GEOLOGICAL LABORATORY (0-3) 1 hour credit. Experiments and exercises related to geological principles and problems. Prerequisite: permission of department. $2 lab fee, $4 course fee.

1425. EARTH SYSTEMS (3-3) 4 hours credit. An integrated study of the earth, emphasizing interactions between plate tectonics, the atmosphere, the oceans, the biosphere, and human activity. Credit will be given for only one of GEOL 1425, 1435, 1465 and GEOG 1465. I.

1426. EARTH HISTORY (3-3) 4 hours credit. History of the earth and evolution of life emphasizing the co-evolution of the atmosphere, oceans, and biosphere. Prerequisite: GEOL 1425, 1435, or 1445, or permission of instructor. Credit will be given for only one of GEOL 1426, 1436 or 1446.

1435. INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL GEOLOGY (3-3) 4 hours credit (GEOL 1403). Processes in the earth's interior and on the earth's surface and their effects on society and the environment. Credit will be given for only one of GEOL 1435, 1445, 1465, and GEOG 1465. $2 lab fee, $4 course fee. F, S, SSI.

1436. INTRODUCTION TO HISTORICAL GEOLOGY (3-3) 4 hours credit (GEOL 1404). Origin and history of the earth and the development and evolution of life. Prerequisite: GEOL 1435 or 1445 or permission of the instructor. (GEOL 1436 and 1446 cannot both be counted for credit) $2 lab fee, $4 course fee. F, S, SSII.

1445. PHYSICAL GEOLOGY (3-3) 4 hours credit. For geology majors, other science majors, civil engineering majors, and honors students (honors students attend a separate laboratory section). A study of minerals, rocks, geological processes, and structural geology. F.

1446. HISTORICAL GEOLOGY (3-3) 4 hours credit. For geology majors, other science majors, and honors students (honors students attend a separate laboratory section). Principles of historical interpretations, origin and history of the earth, and the development and evolution of life. Prerequisite: GEOL 1435 or 1445 or permission of the instructor. $2 lab fee, $4 course fee. S.

1455. THE EARTH'S CLIMATE (3-3) 4 hours credit. Past, present, future climatic patterns of the world with emphasis on processes that control climate locally and globally. The effect of human activity on present and future climate. Also listed as GEOG 1455; credit will not be given for both GEOL 1455 and GEOG 1455. $2 lab fee, $4 course fee. I.

1465. THE EARTH'S LANDFORMS (3-3) 4 hours credit. The Earth's surface processes and resulting landforms. Rock types, weathering processes, formation of soils, and the effects of human activity on landscape evolution. Also listed as GEOG 1465; credit will be given for only one of GEOL 1435, 1445, 1465, and GEOG 1465. $2 lab fee, $4 course fee. I.

1491. COMPUTER LITERACY (3-3) 4 hours credit. This course is designed to develop and perfect skills in all aspects of computer use for an undergraduate education through direct interaction with University facilities and integrated software. Topics include word processing, spreadsheet, database, draw and paint graphics, slide presentations, desktop publishing, electronic mail, Internet services, and on-line services. (Skills are developed through the completion of weekly projects). Assumes no knowledge of computers; satisfies the College of Science requirement for computer literacy. $5 lab fee. F, S.

2445. MINERALOGY (3-4) 4 hours credit (GEOL 2409). Elementary crystallography, mineral identification, mineral occurrences, mineral usage, and an introduction to optical mineralogy. Prerequisite: CHEM 1301. $2 lab fee, $25 course fee. F.

2446. IGNEOUS AND METAMORPHIC PETROLOGY AND PETROGRAPHY (3-4) 4 hours credit. Hand-specimen and microscope study of igneous and metamorphic rocks. Rock origins, tectonic controls, rock description, and interpretation of rock textures and structures. Prerequisite: GEOL 2445. $2 lab fee, $25 course fee. S.

3183. DINOSAURIA LABORATORY (0-2) 1 hour credit. Review of the fossil record of dinosaurs and other vertebrates. One required field trip. Prerequisites: GEOL 3302 or concurrent enrollment. $2 lab fee, $20 course fee.

3184. OCEANOGRAPHY LABORATORY (0-2) 1 hour credit. Laboratory for students seeking elementary certification in life-earth (Option III). Prerequisites: concurrent registration in GEOL 3301 or permission of instructor. $2 lab fee, $4 course fee. I.

3185. METEOROLOGY LABORATORY (0-2) 1 hour credit. Laboratory for students seeking secondary certification in life-earth or earth science programs. Prerequisite: concurrent registration in GEOL 3305 or permission of instructor. $2 lab fee, $4 course fee. I.

3301. INTRODUCTION TO OCEANOGRAPHY (3-0) 3 hours credit. The many aspects of oceanography with special emphasis on physical oceanography and marine geology. Prerequisites: six hours of science and junior standing, or permission of the instructor. I.

3302. DINOSAURIA (3-0) 3 hours credit. Review of evolution environment, and fossil record of dinosaurs and other extinct vertebrates. Prerequisites: six hours of science and junior standing. I.

3303. VOLCANOES AND VOLCANIC ERUPTIONS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Comprehensive worldwide overview of volcanic eruptions from prehistoric to recent times. More than 20 actual case studies using original material and data. Includes necessary introductory material to volcanology and information on topics such as climatic change. Prerequisites: six hours of science and junior standing. I.

3304. GEOLOGIC HAZARDS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Various geologic hazards such as earthquakes and volcanoes and their relationship to people. Prerequisites: six hours of science and junior standing. I.

3305. INTRODUCTION TO METEOROLOGY AND CLIMATOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Dynamics of the atmosphere: examination of processes that control weather; long-term climatic cycles and geological record of global climate change; atmospheric pollution and its effects on climate. Prerequisites: six hours of science and junior standing, or permission of the instructor. Also listed as GEOG 3305. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOL 3305, GEOG 3305, and GEOL 4405. I.

3306. GEOLOGIC TIME AND THE FOSSIL RECORD (3-0) 3 hours credit. The succession of life as evidenced by the fossil record. Includes the evolution of the continents and ocean basins as well as methods of dating earth materials and events. Prerequisites: six hours of science and junior standing. I.

3307. GEOLOGY AND ENERGY RESOURCES (3-0) 3 hours credit. Economics and environmental impact of exploration for and exploitation of energy resources including coal, gas, oil, and selected fissionable materials. The future role of geothermal, solar, and water energy sources. Prerequisite: six hours of science and junior standing or permission of instructor. I.

3308. GEOLOGY OF NATIONAL PARKS AND MONUMENTS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Geological and geographical evolution of national parks and monuments. Prerequisites: six hours of science and junior standing. Includes standard and distance learning sections. F, S, SSI.

3309. LANDSCAPE EVOLUTION (3-0) 3 hours credit. Geomorphology involving a study of the processes and products of landform and landscape evolution. Geologic evolution, rocks and weathering, soils and landscapes. Prerequisites: six hours science and junior standing. Also listed as GEOG 3309, but credit will be granted only once. I.

3310. PLANETARY GEOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. The geology and landscapes of the terrestrial planets and the satellites of the outer planets. Histories of the planets and evolution of planetary surfaces. Composition of different planets as a guide to solar system evolution. Prerequisites: six hours of science and junior standing. I.

3311. GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES (3-0) 3 hours credit. An up-to-date look at the global environmental challenges confronting humanity. Based on 10, hour-long programs produced as a PBS television series, the course will address problems of pollution, energy resources, ecosystem deterioration, food production, and other environmental concerns. Prerequisite: six hours of science and junior standing. I.

3312. GEOLOGY OF THE DALLAS/FORT WORTH METROPLEX (3-0) 3 hours credit. Introduction to geologic features in the Metroplex. Emphasis will be placed on environmental problems in the local area including earthflows, expansive soil, and flooding. Several field trips will supplement lecture material. Prerequisites: GEOL 1435. $15 course fee. I.

3387. FIELD GEOLOGY I. 3 hours credit. Stratigraphic and structural mapping and analysis of data collected in the field. Taught for three weeks only in the summer session. Prerequisites: GEOL 2446, 3442, 3443. $2 lab fee, $15 course fee plus a special fee covering the cost of transportation, room and board while in the field. SSI.

3388. FIELD GEOLOGY II. (3-0) 3 hours credit. Mapping and analysis of igneous and metamorphic rock data as well as hydrologic, geochemical and mass wasting data collected in the field. Taught for three weeks after GEOL 3387 only in the summer session. Prerequisites: GEOL 2446, 3442, 3443, and 3387. $2 lab fee, $15 course fee plus a special fee covering the cost of transportation, room and board while in the field. SSI.

3441. PALEONTOLOGY (3-3) 4 hours credit. Biology, morphology, and taxonomy of fossil invertebrates. Prerequisites: GEOL 1436; BIOL 1442 and 3455. $2 lab fee, $15 course fee. F.

3442. STRATIGRAPHY AND SEDIMENTARY PETROLOGY AND PETROGRAPHY (3-3) 4 hours credit. An introduction to the description, origin, and historical interpretation of stratified rocks. Prerequisites: GEOL 2446 (or concurrent enrollment) and 3441 or permission of the instructor. $2 lab fee, $15 course fee. S.

3443. STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY (3-3) 4 hours credit. The genesis, classification, and description of structural features resulting from deformation of the earth's crust. Prerequisites: GEOL 2446, 3442 (or concurrent enrollment), and a course in physics, or permission of the instructor. $2 lab fee, $4 course fee. F.

3491. DATA ANALYSIS AND STATISTICS IN THE SCIENCES (3-3) 4 hours credit. This course is designed to introduce science students to a variety of programs and techniques available for statistical analysis, display of data, and presentation of data common to the physical sciences in commercial and educational settings. Topics include: data collection, hypothesis testing, basic parametric statistics (through regression), nonparametric testing, time series analysis, and multivariate techniques (both for classifying and confirming hypotheses). Prerequisites: GEOL 1491, MATH 1423 or equivalent, six hours of science, and junior standing. $5 lab fee. I.

4189. PROBLEMS IN GEOLOGY (0-3) 1 hour credit. Supervised undergraduate research in any one of the various fields of geology. May be repeated but will not meet the requirements of nine hours of 4000 courses as listed in the requirements for a B.S. degree in geology. Prerequisite: senior standing and permission of the instructor. F, S, SSI, SSII.

4289. PROBLEMS IN GEOLOGY (0-6) 2 hours credit. Supervised undergraduate research in any one of the various fields of geology. May be repeated but will not meet the requirement of nine hours of 4000 courses as listed above. Prerequisites: senior standing in geology and permission of the instructor. F, S, SSI, SSII.

4302. PLATE TECTONICS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Understanding our dynamic Earth through the study of seafloor spreading, subduction and continental collision. This course will examine the geophysical evidence for plate tectonics: magnetism, gravity, and heat flow; and will review the history of plate motions and their effect on climate, evolution, and the formation of natural resources. Prerequisites: GEOL 1491 and 3443. I.

4303. GEOARCHAEOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Geological, geochemical and geophysical techniques employed in the study of archaeological sties and materials. Also listed as ANTH 4303. Prerequisites: GEOL 1435 or ANTH 2339 and junior standing. S.

4305. SELECTED TOPICS IN GEOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Geological topics not treated in the regular curriculum. Topic, format, and prerequisites to be determined by the instructor. May be repeated for geology elective credit as different topics are offered. I.

4310. INTRODUCTION TO GEOCHEMISTRY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Geochemistry of the elements, processes governing distribution of elements within the earth, and chemical processes in sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous environments. Prerequisite: GEOL 2446 and 3442 (or concurrent enrollment), or CHEM 3322, or permission of the instructor. S.

4315. ECONOMIC GEOLOGY-MINERAL DEPOSITS (3-0) 3 hours credit. The occurrences, origin, classification, and utilization of metallic and non-metallic mineral deposits. Prerequisite: GEOL 3443. S.

4320. HYDROGEOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Applied hydrogeology. Discussions of the hydrologic cycle, principles of groundwater flow including the mathematical approaches to groundwater flow modeling, relationships between geology and groundwater flow, groundwater chemistry, and groundwater exploration and development. Prerequisites: GEOL 3443 and MATH 2325 or permission of the instructor. I.

4325. PALEOCLIMATOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. The physical basis of the climate system, climatic fluctuations and change, records of past climates, and the use of models in studying past climates. Specific examples from earth history will be included. Prerequisites: GEOL 1446 (or GEOL 1435 or 1465), and MATH 1426, and senior standing, or permission of the instructor. I.

4342. THE CORRELATION OF SEDIMENTARY ROCKS (2-3) 3 hours credit. The methods used to differentiate and correlate intra- and inter-basinal rock units. Graphic correlation, isotopic techniques, magnetic properties, seismic stratigraphy, significant macro and micro fossil groups during the Phanerozoic. Prerequisites: GEOL 3441, 3442, and 3491 (or concurrent enrollment) or permission of instructor. $2 lab fee, $15 course fee. S.

4345. OPTICAL MINERALOGY (2-4) 3 hours credit. Principles of optical crystallography and mineral identification. The relationships of optical characteristics to the structure and chemistry of minerals. Prerequisite: GEOL 2445. F.

4346. BASIN ANALYSIS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Formation of sedimentary basins and evaluation of their economic potential in context of plate tectonics; paleogeography and paleoclimatology. I.

4350. ECONOMIC GEOLOGY-ENERGY RESOURCES (2-3) 3 hours credit. Provides a background in energy resource exploration, development, and evaluation, with special emphasis on petroleum, natural gas, and coal resources. Prerequisite: GEOL 3443. I.

4352. INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS (2-3) 3 hours credit. An introduction to GIS and its application to the earth sciences. Provides "hands on" access to GIS technology and methods for creating, maintaining and analyzing spatial data using ARC/Info and ArcView. Prerequisite: GEOL 1491. I.

4353. VOLCANOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. A broad survey of volcanic rocks, landforms, products, minerals, volatiles, and processes
at a generally descriptive to semi-quantitative level. Introduces areas of interface with other branches of geology and with socioeconomic interest. Prerequisite: GEOL. 3442. I.

4360. GEOLOGICAL PROCESSES OF OCEANS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Sedimentation in the oceans, chemistry of seawater, geochemical cycles in the oceans, and physical and biological processes that relate to sediment production, origin of seafloor topography, and seafloor spreading. Prerequisite: GEOL 3442 or permission of instructor. It is recommended that GEOL 3184 be taken concurrently. I.

4393. HONORS THESIS/SENIOR PROJECT (3-0) 3 hours credit. Required of all students in the University Honors College. During the senior year, the student must complete a thesis or project under the direction of a faculty member in the major department. I.

4402. COMPUTER MODELING IN EARTH SCIENCE (3-3) 4 hours credit. Computer modeling and visualization techniques applied to the earth sciences, including structural geology, stratigraphy, geophysics, climatology, paleontology, and environmental geology. Prerequisite: GEOL 3443. $2 lab fee, $15 course fee. I.

4405. METEOROLOGY AND CLIMATOLOGY (3-3) 4 hours credit. For science and engineering majors. A quantitative approach to the study of the structure, energy, and motions of the atmosphere. Prerequisite: MATH 2325, six hours of science or engineering, junior standing, or permission of instructor. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOL 3305, GEOG 3305, and GEOL 4405. I.

4408. ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND GEOPHYSICS (3-3) 4 hours credit. The geochemical and geophysical techniques applied to selected problems in environmental geology. Prerequisites: GEOL 2445 and 3443, CHEM 1301, and PHYS 1442 (or 1444 or 1448), or permission of instructor. F.

4409. APPLIED GEOPHYSICS (3-3) 4 hours credit. Geophysical techniques including seismology, seismic stratigraphy, gravity, magnetic and electrical methods used to investigate selected geological problems. Prerequisites: GEOL 1491, 3443 or 3491, 3442. I.

4443. SEDIMENTOLOGY (3-3) 4 hours credit. The analysis and origin of sedimentary rocks. Emphasizes the processes of sedimentation, both physical and chemical, and covers the origin of sediment, its dispersal patterns, transportation, deposition, and diagenesis. Prerequisites: GEOL 1491, 2446 or 3491, 3442. $2 lab fee, $15 course fee. F.

4446. ADVANCED IGNEOUS AND METAMORPHIC PETROLOGY (3-3) 4 hours credit. Hand specimen and thin section study of igneous and metamorphic rocks. Emphasis on theoretical principles governing the origin and evolution of crustal rocks. Prerequisite: GEOL 2446 or permission of the instructor. $2 lab fee. I.