Field-based Courses

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Introduction to Geophysics
Michael Harris, James Madison University
An introduction to the theories of geophysical methods, concentrating on shallow-level and environmental issues. Gravity, magnetics, electrical resistivity, IP and SP measurements, seismic refraction and ...
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Introduction to Field Geophysics
William Montgomery, New Jersey City University
Introduction to the use of geophysical equipment and techniques to explore the subsurface, especially the shallow subsurface, in order to answer questions or solve problems.
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Environmental Geophysics
Lawrence L. Malinconico, Lafayette College
The students are exposed to the geophysical methods that geologists and civil engineers use to examine a number of different geological and environmental problems. While it will be important to understand the ...
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Geomorphology
Cathy Baker, Arkansas Tech University
Geomorphology is an upper level course which provides a thorough background in land forms and the processes that shape the Earth's surface.
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Quaternary Geology/Quaternary Global Change
Glenn Thackray, Idaho State University
This course has evolved from a traditional Quaternary Geology course to become an Earth systems science course focusing on processes and history of the Quaternary. It emphasizes a combination of theory, field and ...
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Sustainable and Fossil Energy: Options and Consequences
This course will combine lectures, field trips and laboratory exercises to explore the science, technology, and policy implications of sustainable and fossil energy options. The course will be taught in Wyoming and ...
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Investigating Earth
Rachel Beane, Bowdoin College
In this introduction to physical geology course, we explore rocks exposed near campus, and do our best to interpret the processes that formed them.
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Introduction to Geologic Field Methods
Selby Cull, Washington University in St. Louis
This course is designed to give students repeated practice in field mapping methods - for students in areas without huge exposures of great outcrops (e.g., Missouri). Every class meeting, the students will be asked ...
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Oregon Field Geology SCI 675 (West) and 676 (East) and 575 (Central)
Kip Ault, Lewis and Clark College
"Oregon Field Geology" introduces field techniques at an novice level to both teachers and undergraduate Environmental Studies majors (the College has no geology department). Featured are travel through ...
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Field studies, Central California
Becca Walker, Mt. San Antonio College
Field studies of Central California is an introductory field geology course for community college students. Students meet for 3 hours per week of lecture, take one 4-day field trip to the Eastern Sierras to study ...
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