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analysis of and interrelationships between
developed and developing regions.
GEOGRAPHIC
INFORMATION
SYSTEMS
See Geology
GER - GERMAN
The order of the topics and the methodology
vary according to the individual texts and
instructors.
GER 101 Conversational German I
3 Credits
This is the first course in a sequence for
beginning students who want to understand
and speak German. The material includes
basic vocabulary, grammar and expressions
that are used in daily situations and in travel.
This course may not transfer to a four-year
institution.
GER 102 Conversational German II
3 Credits
Prerequisite: GER 101 or permission of
instructor
This is the second course in a sequence for
beginning students who want to understand
and speak German. The material continues to
cover basic conversational patterns, expressions
and grammar. This course may not
transfer to a four-year institution.
GER 111 Foreign Language I (Core)
5 Credits
This course begins a sequence dealing with
the development of functional proficiency in
listening, speaking, reading and writing the
language.
GER 112 Foreign Language II (Core)
5 Credits
Prerequisite: GER 111 or permission of
instructor
This course continues the development of
functional proficiency in listening, speaking,
reading and writing the language.
GER 211 Foreign Language III
3 Credits
Prerequisite: GER 112 or permission of
instructor
This course continues the development of
increased functional proficiency in listening,
speaking, reading and writing the language.
GER 212 Foreign Language IV
3 Credits
Prerequisite: GER 211 or permission of
instructor
This course continues the development of
increased proficiency in listening, speaking,
reading and writing the language.
GEY - GEOLOGY
GEY 111 Physical Geology (Core)
4 Credits
Co-requisite: GEY 111 LAB
This course studies the materials of the earth,
the earth’s structure, surface features and the
geologic processes involved in its development.This
course includes a lab.
GEY 117 Map Reading
1 Credit
This course deals with the reading and interpretation
of topographic and geologic maps.
GEY 118 Rock and Mineral
Identification
1Credit
This course focuses on the basic field methods
for identifying igneous, sedimentary and
metamorphic rocks as well as the major rockforming
minerals.
GEY 119 TheGreat IceAge
1 Credit
This course analyzes the effect of the Great
Ice Age on the development of North
America and also explores theories of climactic
change.
GEY 121 Historical Geology (Core)
4 Credits
Co-requisite: GEY 121 LAB
This course studies the physical and
biological development of the earth through
the vast span of geologic time. The course
emphasizes the investigation and interpretation
of sedimentary rocks, the record of
ancient environments, fossil life forms and
physical events, all within the framework of
shifting crustal plates.This course includes a
laboratory experience.
GEY 125 Continental Drift
1 Credit
This course explores the history of
continental movement and its relationship to
earthquakes and volcanoes and the history of
life.
GEY 135 Environmental Geology
3 Credits
This course introduces the relationship of
applied geology to the human environment.
An overview of geologic concepts and terminology
precedes a study of geologic hazards
such as floods, landslides, avalanches, earthquakes
and volcanoes. Surface and groundwater
hydrology are emphasized and human’s
responsibility to protect these resources from
contamination. The geologic aspects of environmental
health, land use practices and
resource exploitation are reviewed and related
to legislation regarding environmental law.
GEY 140 Introduction to Global
Positioning Systems
1 Credit
This course provides instruction on the use
and application of hand-held global positioning
sytems (GPS). Course topics include navigation,
using a GPS with a topographic map,
mapping geologic and man-made features
using a GPS and exchanging information
with computerized digital maps.
GEY 143 Geology and Evolution of
Caves
2 Credits
This course is an introduction to the science
of caves. Topics include cave formation and
evolution, cave decorations (speleothems) and
the adaptations of living organisms to life
below ground. A one-day field trip to a nearby
cave system is included.
GEY 205 The Geology of Colorado
2-3 Credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
This course covers the geologic history of
Colorado, with emphasis on formation of
mountain ranges, igneous, sedimentary and
metamorphic rock types, ore deposits and
land forms. Field experience and/or classroom
lectures are used to cover the material.
GEY 208 Geology FieldTrip
2-3 Credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
This course involves in-depth field studies
into the geology of specific regions both within
and outside Colorado. Trips lasting from
one to several days to the study area constitute
the major activity of the course. The specific
areas of investigation are indicated in the
Class Schedule each time the course is
offered.
GEY 235 Introduction to Geographic
Information Systems
4 Credits
Co-requisite: GEY 235 LAB
This course introduces the theory and practice
of creating and using computer-based geographic
information systems. The course pro-
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