Earth Sciences (ESC)

E SC 101 OCEANOGRAPHY - 5 hrs
Designed to provide an appreciation and understanding of the physical, geological, chemical and biological aspects of the world�s ocean. The interdisciplinary nature of the marine environment, its response to external stimuli and its potential resources will be emphasized.

E SC 201 PHYSICAL GEOLOGY - 5 hrs
Lecture and laboratory
Minerals and rocks and the processes that produce them; the earth�s landscapes and the agents that make and modify them; the earth�s internal architecture and economic utilization of earth�s minerals.

E SC 202 HISTORICAL GEOLOGY - 5 hrs (alt. yrs.)
Lecture and laboratory
The history of development of the earth and its features from its origin to the present, and the accompanying evolutionary change in life and in man as revealed by the fossil record. Prereq: E SC 201 or permission.

E SC 205 ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY - 5 hrs (alt. yrs.)
Lecture and laboratory
An introduction to the interaction between humanity and the physical environment. Covers a broad range of topics including hazardous earth processes such as earthquakes, volcanoes and flooding; and energy, mineral and land use.

E SC 250 EARTH SCIENCE PRACTICUM - 2 hrs
The objective of the earth science practicum is to examine current topics and techniques in the earth sciences. The course emphasizes the development of field and laboratory methods in the investigation of timely geological phenomena and/or principles. May be repeated for credit.

E SC 301 FIELD GEOLOGY - 5 hrs (alt. yrs.)
Lecture and laboratory
An introduction to the basic principles of rock formation, the classification and physical origin of rock structure and crustal tectonic processes. Field work and labs are dedicated to developing skills in field and map recognition of geologic structures. Prereq: E SC 201 or permission.

E SC 302 GEOLOGY OF THE UNITED STATES - 5 hrs (alt. yrs.)
Lecture and field experience
Description and interpretation of the natural regions of our country in terms of geological origins, processes and resources. Presented with respect to the geologic history of the National Parks. Prereq: E SC 201 or permission.

E SC 390 INDEPENDENT STUDY - 1-5 hrs
Students may pursue a minor research project with more advanced work in departmental offerings. At least two terms should be allowed for completion. Prereq: Permission.

E SC 490 INTERNSHIP - 1-15 hrs
Cooperative internships in the earth sciences. The student is advised to apply to the Department of Life and Earth Sciences for prerequisites and guidelines at the initiation of the program and in no case should application be made later than one term prior to registration for an internship. Prereq: Permission.