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| ESC 0100 - ESC Transfer Elective |
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0.500 TO 99.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Transfer Earth Science Department |
| ESC 0200 - ESC Transfer Elective |
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0.500 TO 99.000 Credit hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Transfer Earth Science Department |
| ESC 0300 - ESC Transfer Elective |
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0.500 TO 99.000 Credit hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Transfer Earth Science Department |
| ESC 0400 - ESC Transfer Elective |
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0.500 TO 99.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Transfer Earth Science Department |
| ESC 0500 - ESC Transfer Elective |
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0.500 TO 99.000 Credit hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate Schedule Types: Transfer Earth Science Department |
| ESC 0600 - ESC Transfer Elective |
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0.500 TO 99.000 Credit hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate Schedule Types: Transfer Earth Science Department |
| ESC 102 - General Earth Science |
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~ General Earth Science
^ Prerequisite: Not open to majors: BIO, CHE, ESC, PHY.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
The sciences pertaining to the earth and its place in the
universe. Major aspects of geology, oceanography,
meteorology, and astronomy are considered.
Lecture 2 hours; Laboratory 2 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture All Sections for this Course Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2PR-Natural World I (PR) |
| ESC 103 - General Geology |
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~ General Geology
^ Prerequisite: Not open to majors: BIO, CHE, ESC, PHY.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
Physical processes, earth materials, geologic hazards and
landscapes are studied for a geological perspective on the
earth's environment. Recommended for non-science majors.
Lecture 2 hours; Laboratory 2 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture All Sections for this Course Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2PR-Natural World I (PR) |
| ESC 104 - Geohazards: Impact Environment |
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~ Geohazards
^ Prerequisite: Not open to majors: BIO, CHE, ESC, PHY.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
Examines environmental hazards resulting from natural
geologic processes and from human modification of natural
systems. Topics include earthquakes, volcanic eruptions,
water and air pollution, floods, landslides, coastal
erosion, waste disposal, hurricanes, and tornadoes.
Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Hybrid, Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture All Sections for this Course Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2LE-Natural World II (LE) |
| ESC 105 - General Meteorology |
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~ General Meteorology
Prerequisite MAT 103 or higher.
Not open to BIO, CHE, ESC, AND PHY majors.
Special Information: Lab Fee Required
An introduction to meteorology for non-science majors.
Includes instrument use, data interpretation, making weather
forecasts, and climates and their change.
Lecture 2 hours; Lab 2 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture All Sections for this Course Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2PR-Natural World I (PR) |
| ESC 106 - General Oceanography |
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~ General Oceanography
^ Prerequisite: Not open to majors: BIO, CHE, ESC, PHY.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
Physical, chemical, geological, and biological aspects of
the ocean basins and waters. The historical development and
interdisciplinary nature of oceanography are stressed.
Recommended for non-science majors.
Lecture 2 hours; Laboratory 2 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2PR-Natural World I (PR) |
| ESC 107 - General Astronomy |
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~ General Astronomy
^ Prerequisite: MAT 103 or higher.
^ Not open to majors: BIO, CHE, ESC, and PHY.
^ Not open to students who have credit for or are
^ currently registered for ESC 210.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
An introduction to the universe for non-science majors.
Lecture 2 hours; Lab 2 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2PR-Natural World I (PR) |
| ESC 111 - Life Through Time |
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~ Life Through Time
^ Prerequisite: MAT 103 or higher. Not open to ESC majors.
The origin and evolution of life on earth including an
introduction to the geological and biological foundations of
evolutionary theory in addition to an overview of the
important evolutionary events in earth history. Laboratory
will include examination and comparison of the primary
invertebrate and vertebrate fossil groups. Recommended for
non-science majors. 2 hours Lecture; 2 hours Lab.
3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2LE-Natural World II (LE) |
| ESC 200 - Physical Geology |
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~ Physical Geology
^ Prerequisite: MAT 103 or higher(may be taken concurrently)
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
4.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours 3.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2PR-Natural World I (PR) |
| ESC 201 - Historical Geology |
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~ Historical Geology
^ Prerequisite or Corequisite: MAT 103 or higher or
^ placement above MAT 108.
^ Special information: Lab Fee Required
Evolution of the earth and life through time, with emphasis
on the geologic history of North America.
4 credits.
4.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours 3.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2LE-Natural World II (LE) |
| ESC 205 - Principles of Meteorology |
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~ Principles of Meteorology
^ Prerequisite: MAT 103 or higher level.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
Description of atmospheric phenomena and discussion of
their underlying physical principles. Lecture, 3 hours;
laboratory, 3 hours. 4 credits.
4.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours 3.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2PR-Natural World I (PR) |
| ESC 210 - Principles of Astronomy |
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~ Principles of Astronomy
^ Prerequisites: MAT 108 or higher and PHY 200 or 210 or
^ higher.
^ Special Info: Lab Fee Required
A survey of modern astronomy addressing topics ranging from
Earth's time of day to the Solar System, stars, and the
galaxies, and orgin and evolution of the universe.
Exploration of the philosophical and societal interaction
with the scientific understanding of the universe.
Telescope observing
sessions are included. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 2 hours.
4 credits.
4.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2TP-Time and Place |
| ESC 220 - Physical&Chemical Oceanography |
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~ Principles of Oceanography
^ Prerequisite: MAT 108 or higher.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
Introduction to the physical and chemical characteristics
of ocean water and the ocean basins. The course focuses
on the composition and properties of sea water, waves,
tides, coastal processes and ocean circulation. The
relationships between chemical and physical oceanographic
processes and the geology and biology of the oceans are
explored.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Lecture Earth Science Department Course Attributes: T2PR-Natural World I (PR) |
| ESC 298 - Special Topics Earth Sciences |
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~ Special Topics in the Earth Sciences
Study of subdisciplines and current issues in the earth
sciences.
1-3 credits.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours 1.000 TO 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Independent Study, Lecture/Lab, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 303 - Environmental Earth Science |
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~ Environmental Earth Science
^ Prerequisite: C or better in ESC 200 or 201.
The collection, interpretation, and utilization of natural
resource information as it applies to environmental
decision making. Lecture 3 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 311 - Mineralogy |
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~ Mineralogy
^ Prerequisites: CHE 120 and C or better in ESC 200 or 201.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
Systematic study of minerals. Lecture 3 hours;
Laboratory 3 hours. 4 credits.
4.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours 3.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 312 - Petrology |
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~ Petrology
^ Prerequisite: C or better in ESC 311.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
Occurrence, classification, and genesis of igneous and
metamorphic rocks. Silicate melt equilibria, rock
associations, petrography and field relations.
Lecture 3 hours; Laboratory 3 hours. 4 credits.
4.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours 3.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 315 - Geomorphology |
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~ Geomorphology
^ Prerequisite: C or better in ESC 200 or 201.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
Study of the earth's surface features with emphasis on
fluvial, eolian, and glacial landforms on maps and aerial
photographs. Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours.
3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 325 - Stratigraphy & Sedimentation |
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~ Stratigraphy and Sedimentation
^ Prerequisite: C or better in both ESC 201 and ESC 311.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
Occurrence, genesis, and physical and chemical properties
of sediments. Methods of using ancient sediments to
determine geological history. Lecture 3 hours;
laboratory 3 hours. 4 credits.
4.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours 3.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 350 - Structural Geology & Tectonics |
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~ Structural Geology and Tectonics
^ Prerequisite: C or better in ESC 201 and ESC 311
^ Special Info: Lab Fee Required.
Orientation, measurement descriptions and analysis of
planar and linear structures in rocks, including folds,
faults, and fabrics. Basic concepts of strain and stress and
the behavior of earth materials during deformation,
linked to regional and global tectonics. Introduction to
mapping, collection of structural data and contruction of
geological maps and cross-sections.
4 credits.
4.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours 3.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 398 - Advanced Special Topics |
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~ Advanced Topics in Earth Science
^ Prerequisites: C or better in ESC 200 or equivalent.
Advanced study of subdisciplines and of current issues in
the earth sciences. 1-3 credits.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours 1.000 TO 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 402 - Glacial Geology of New England |
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~ Glacial Geology of New England
^ Prerequisite: C or better in ESC 325.
Glaciers, surficial deposits, quaternary history of New
England and post-glacial environmental changes.
Field studies and mapping of glacial deposits.
Lecture 2 hours; Lab 2 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 404 - Air Pollution Meteorology |
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~ Air Pollution Meteorology
^ Prerequisite: C or better in ESC 205.
Physical aspects of the atmosphere that determine
air quality. Emphasis on modeling. Lecture 3 hours.
3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 420 - Earth Resources |
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~ Earth Resources
^ Prerequisites: C or better in both ESC 201 and ESC 311.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
Geologic occurrence, methods of exploration, production, and
use of the principle metallic and non-metallic ores.
Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab Earth Science Department |
| ESC 421 - Marine Geology |
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~ Marine Geology
^ Prerequisite: 'C' or better in (ESC 200 or 201) and
^ ESC 220 and one ESC course at the 300 or 400 level.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
This course provides a comprehensive survey of modern marine
geology with an emphasis on the deep sea. It will examine
the physical and chemical processes that control the geology
and structure of the continental margins, and ocean basins
including plate tectonics and marine sedimentation.
Lecture 2 hours; Lab 3 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 3.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 430 - Field Methods |
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~ Field Methods
^ Prerequisite: C or better in ESC 312 or 350 or 325.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
The techniques of geologic mapping and surveying by
brunton compass and plane table. Geologic reports and
problem solving based on field observations.
Lecture 1 hour; field study 7 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 1.000 Lecture hours 7.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 457 - Hydrology |
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~ Hydrology
^ Prerequisite: C or better in ESC 200 or 201; and one
^ course above ESC 300.
^ Special Information: Lab Fee Required
The development and utilization of water resources;
groundwater occurrence, stream flow, and flooding.
Lecture 2 hours; Laboratory 2 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 2.000 Lecture hours 2.000 Lab hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Laboratory, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 458 - Soil Science |
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~ Soil Science
^ Prerequisite: C or better in ESC 311.
Study of the soil-forming processes and properties of soil,
with special attention to soils in land use decision making.
Lecture 3 hours. 3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 492 - Undergraduate Thesis Proposal |
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~ Undergraduate Thesis Proposal
Preparation of an undergraduate thesis proposal in the
Earth Sciences. Pass/Fail course. 1 credit.
1.000 Credit hours 1.000 Other hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture, Thesis Earth Science Department |
| ESC 493 - Undergraduate Thesis |
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~ Undergraduate Thesis
The completion of a research project and reporting of this
work in an undergraduate thesis which must be defended
successfully before the department.
3 credits.
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Other hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Thesis Earth Science Department |
| ESC 498 - Advanced Special Topics |
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~ Advanced Special Topics in Earth Science
^ Prerequisite: C or better in two ESC courses 300-level or
^ higher.
Advanced study of subdisciplines and of current issues in
the earth sciences. 1-3 credits.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours 1.000 TO 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Independent Study, Lecture Earth Science Department |
| ESC 499 - Independent Study & Research |
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~ Independent Study and Research
^ Prerequisite: departmental permission.
1-3 credits.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours 0.000 Lecture hours 1.000 TO 3.000 Other hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Independent Study Earth Science Department |
| ESC 535 - Geological Representation |
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~ Geological Representation
^ Prerequisite: One course in geology.
Analysis of geologic problems using mapping techniques,
models, and quantitative studies. 3 credits
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Other hours Levels: Graduate Non-Matriculant, Graduate, Undergraduate, Undergraduate Non-Degree Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Lecture Earth Science Department |
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