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10 Environmental Geoscience GEOL 285. Introductory Petrology. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 284. Introduction to the study of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks, including mineralogy, processes of formation, tectonic setting, and description and identification of rocks in hand specimens. (Required weekend field trip. Students will be required to pay a portion of the expenses.). GEOL 293A-Z. Special Topics. 1-6 Hours. GEOL 300. Geology of West Virginia. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 103 and GEOL 104. Journey through geologic history of West Virginia with emphasis on the geology of public lands and fossil fuels. Local and overnight field trips are a required part of this course. GEOL 302. Geology of the National Parks. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 103 and GEOL 104. Explore the geology of selected National Parks with emphasis on the plate tectonic setting and in-depth analysis of surface features. One overnight field trip is required as part of this course. GEOL 311. Stratigraphy and Sedimentation. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 103 and GEOL 104 and GEOL 285 and GEOL 321. Study of sediments and sedimentary rocks with an emphasis on the analysis of facies. (Required field trips at student’s expense.). GEOL 321. Geomorphology. 3 Hours. PR: (GEOL 101 and GEOL 102) or (GEOL 110 and GEOL 111) or (GEOG 110 and GEOG 111). An examination of earth-surface processes and landforms, with emphasis on environmental geomorphology, streams, floods, glaciers, and landslides. (Required field trip at student’s expense; also listed as GEOG 321.). GEOL 331. Paleontology. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 103 and GEOL 104 and STAT 211. Uses of paleontological data in geology; biostratigraphy, paleoecology, evolution, extinction, and biogeography; lab emphasis on identification and utilization of marine invertebrate fossils. (Required weekend field trip at student’s expense.). GEOL 341. Structural Geology. 4 Hours. PR: GEOL 103 and GEOL 104 and GEOL 284 and GEOL 285 and (PHYS 101 or PHYS 111). Introduction to rock deformation processes and the interpretation of geologic structure, with applications to the structure and tectonic evolution of the Appalachian Mountians. (Several one-day field trips required.). GEOL 342. Structural Geol for Engineers. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 101 and GEOL 102 and PHYS 111. Introduction to rock deformation processes and the development and interpretation of geologic structures. (Several one-day field trips required.). GEOL 351. Geomathematics. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 101 and (MATH 150 or MATH 155). Mathematical methods and applications in geology, geochemistry, geophysics, and environmental science. Review of integral calculus, differential equations, and non-linear systems. Use of computers as geological problem-solving tools. GEOL 365. Environmental Geology. 3 Hours. PR or CONC: GEOL 321. Principles, practice, and case histories in application of earth science to environmental problems. Includes: water quality; landslides; subsidence; waste disposal; legal aspects; and geological aspects of land-use planning. (Field trips and independent field project required.). GEOL 373. Introduction Petroleum Geology. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 101 and GEOL 102 and GEOL 103 and GEOL 104. Origin, geologic distribution, methods of exploration and exploitation, uses and future reserves of petroleum and natural gas in the world. GEOL 400. Environmental Practicum. 4 Hours. PR: GEOL 200. Practical experience in collecting and evaluating data required to address the complex environmental issues facing environmental geoscientists. (Required field trip during spring break.). GEOL 404. Geology Field Camp. 6 Hours. PR: GEOL 285 and GEOL 341 and GEOL 311 and Consent. Practical experience in detailed geological field procedures and mapping. (Living expense in addition to tuition must be paid at time of registration.). GEOL 411. Deep Time Earth Systems. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 103 and GEOL 104 and (ENGL 102 or ENGL 103) and PR or CONC: GEOL 311. Interrelationships of earth systems - the l lithosphere, the hydeosphere, the atmosphere, and the biosphere - through space and time. GEOL 454. Environmtl/Explratn-Geophys 1. 3 Hours. PR: PHYS 102 and (MATH 156 or GEOL 351). Basic theory, computer modeling, and use of gravitational, magnetic, resistivity, and electromagnetic methods in the evaluation or shallow targets of interest to environmental, hydrological, and hazardous waste site investigations. GEOL 455. Introduction to Remote Sensing. 3 Hours. Theory, technology and applications of photo-interpretation and digital image analysis of aerial photography and multispectral images. (2 hr. lec., 1 hr. lab.) (Also listed as GEOG 455.). GEOL 462. Introductory Hydrogeology. 3 Hours. PR: (GEOL 101 and GEOL 102) or (GEOL 110 and GEOL 111) or (GEOG 110 and GEOG 111) and (MATH 126 and MATH 128) and (CHEM 110 or (CHEM 110A and CHEM 110B) or CHEM 111 or CHEM 115). Basic principles of hydrogeology, emphasizing geologic occurrence of ground water, vadose (soil) water, wells, springs, ground water interaction with streams, and ground-water chemistry, pollution, and pollution restoration.
West Virginia University 11 GEOL 463. Physical Hydrogeology. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 101 and MATH 126. Principles of ground-water hydrology, emphasizing the physical occurrence and movement of ground water. Topics include aquifer properties, flow net analysis, and hydraulic aquifer testing. GEOL 466. Cave and Karst Geology. 3 Hours. PR: (GEOL 101 and GEOL 102) or (GEOL 110 and GEOL 111) or (GEOG 110 and GEOG 111) and (CHEM 110 or (CHEM 110A and CHEM 110B) or CHEM 111 or CHEM 115). Study of the nature and origins of cave and karst landforms, terrains, geomorphology, hydrogeology, environmental hazards, and petroleum and mineral ore deposits. (Two required field trips.). GEOL 469. Applied Hydrogeology Seminar. 1 Hour. A review of professional practices and opportunities in hydrogeology. Seminar talks by hydrogeological professionals from WVU, industry, and government agencies. Field trips to examine hydrogeological practices and techniques. GEOL 470. Mineral Resources. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 101 and GEOL 284. Description, mode of occurrence, and principles governing the formation of ore deposits. GEOL 479. Log Analysis-Reading the Rocks. 3 Hours. PR: Consent. The Geosciences require knowledge of the sub-surface properties. Students learn the theory and practice behind a range of subsurface methods. Experience with challenges in geology. GEOL 484. Minerals and the Environment. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 284 or GEOL 200. Study of the importance of minerals in human health and the environment. Includes examples of environmental problems that are caused by minerals and solutions to environmental problems that involve minerals. GEOL 486. Environmental Isotopes. 3 Hours. PR: CHEM 111 or CHEM 115. Isotopes are excellent natural tacers of important environmental, geological, and ecological processes. Topics include basic principles of stable isotope geochemistry and their applications in environmental sciences, hydrology, plant / animal ecology, climate reconstruction, and energy. GEOL 488. Environmental Geochemistry. 3 Hours. PR: GEOL 351 and CHEM 116. Basic review of physical and aqueous chemistry, discussion of basic geochemical processes; calcium carbonate chemistry, digenetic processes, weathering, the silicate and iron system. GEOL 489. Senior Seminar. 1 Hour. The presentation and discussion of topics regarding graduate school and career preparation for graduating seniors. Grading will be Pass/ Fail. GEOL 490. Teaching Practicum. 1-3 Hours. PR: Consent. Teaching practice as a tutor or assistant. GEOL 491. Professional Field Experience. 1-18 Hours. PR: Consent. (May be repeated up to a maximum of 18 hours.) Prearranged experiential learning program, to be planned, supervised, and evaluated for credit by faculty and field supervisors. Involves temporary placement with public or private enterprise for professional competence development. GEOL 492A-Z. Directed Study. 1-3 Hours. Directed study, reading and/or research. GEOL 493A-Z. Special Topics. 0-6 Hours. PR: Consent. Investigation of topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses. GEOL 494A-Z. Seminar. 1-3 Hours. PR: Consent. Presentation and discussion of topics of mutual concern to students and faculty. GEOL 495. Independent Study. 1-6 Hours. Faculty supervised study of topics not available through regular course offerings. GEOL 496. Senior Thesis. 1-3 Hours. PR: Consent. GEOL 497. Research. 1-6 Hours. Independent research projects. GEOL 498A-Z. Honors. 1-3 Hours. PR: Students in Honors Program and consent by the honors director. Independent reading, study or research.
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