2019-2020 Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

GEOL 2389 - Academic Cooperative in Geologic Research


Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours - Lecture: 1 Lab: 4
Field studies of designated geoscience locations or provinces.  The course emphasizes data collection and observation of geologically relevant materials and processes, as well as the environmental and geologic interpretation associated with those materials and processes.  The class involves travel to a field location.  This location may be distant or more local. Local trips may require at least one overnight trip. CIP Code: (4001015303)
Prerequisite: GEOL 1401  or higher; BIOL 1406  or higher; CHEM 1405  or higher; OR ENVR 1401  or higher. 
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the nature of the materials and processes studied including biological or chemical influences as appropriate. 2. Demonstrate critical thinking through interpretation of research and analysis of scientific literature. 3. Demonstrate data collection and recording skills. 4. Analyze collected data and report analyses in written or oral form.