2008-2009 Graduate Catalog - Catalog of Studies - University of ...
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The <strong>Graduate</strong> School Departments and Course Descriptions<br />
terpretation techniques and methods for water, including quality control and quality assurance.<br />
Prerequisite: CHEM 1123 and CHEM 1121L.<br />
GEOL5413 Planetary Geology (Irregular) Exploration <strong>of</strong> the solar system, geology<br />
and stratigraphy, meteorite impacts, planetary surfaces, planetary crusts, basaltic volcanism,<br />
planetary interiors, chemical composition <strong>of</strong> the planets, origin and evolution <strong>of</strong> the Moon and<br />
planets.<br />
GEOL5443 The Solid Earth (Irregular) Modern views for the origin <strong>of</strong> the solid Earth<br />
and its structure, composition, and evolution through geologic time. Topics will include examination<br />
<strong>of</strong> relevant geophysical and geochemical constraints used to develop global models for<br />
the Earth. Prerequisite: GEOL3313, MATH2564, CHEM1123, PHYS2074 or permission <strong>of</strong> the<br />
instructor.<br />
GEOL5533 Marine Geology (Fa) Geological principles as applied to the study <strong>of</strong> the<br />
world’s ocean basins. Course includes basic theories <strong>of</strong> ocean basin evolution, continental<br />
margin evolution, coastal geologic processes, and methods <strong>of</strong> study <strong>of</strong> deep sea records <strong>of</strong><br />
global change and paleoceanography. Corequisite: Lab component.<br />
GEOL5543 Tectonics (Fa) Development <strong>of</strong> ramifications <strong>of</strong> the plate tectonics theory.<br />
Analysis <strong>of</strong> the evolution <strong>of</strong> mountain belts. Lecture 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: GEOL<br />
3513 and GEOL 3511L.<br />
GEOL5553 Volcanology (Irregular) A broad introduction to volcanic processes and<br />
their associated hazards. Emphasis will be placed on applying basic physical and chemical<br />
principles to understanding volcanic systems. Prerequisite: GEOL 2313.<br />
GEOL560V <strong>Graduate</strong> Special Problems (Sp, Su, Fa) (2-6) Library, laboratory,<br />
or field research in different phases <strong>of</strong> geology. May be repeated for up to 4 hours <strong>of</strong> degree<br />
credit.<br />
GEOL600V Master’s Thesis (Sp, Su, Fa) (1-6) Prerequisite: <strong>Graduate</strong> standing.<br />
112<br />
Geosciences (GEOS)<br />
GEOS440V Internship in GIS & Cartography (Sp, Su, Fa) (3-6) Supervised<br />
experience in GIS and/or cartographic applications with municipal, county, state, or private<br />
enterprises. May be repeated for up to 6 hours <strong>of</strong> degree credit.<br />
GEOS4413 Principles <strong>of</strong> Remote Sensing (Fa) Fundamental concepts <strong>of</strong> remote<br />
sensing <strong>of</strong> the environment. Optical, infrared, microwave, LIDAR, and in situ sensor systems<br />
are introduced. Remote sensing <strong>of</strong> vegetation, water, urban landscapes, soils, minerals, and<br />
geomorphology is discussed. The course includes laboratory exercises in geomatics s<strong>of</strong>tware<br />
and both remote and in situ sensor system field trips. Prerequisite: <strong>University</strong> science course.<br />
GEOS4523 Computer Mapping (Sp) This course addresses advanced cartographic<br />
concepts (i.e. visual hierarchy, aesthetics, image cognition) and production techniques as they<br />
relate to computer-assisted mapping. Students produce a variety <strong>of</strong> maps using AutoCad and<br />
FreeHand s<strong>of</strong>tware to build a map portfolio. Field trips may be required. Prerequisite: GEOG<br />
3023.<br />
GEOS4553 Introduction to Raster GIS (Fa) Theory, data structure, algorithms, and<br />
techniques behind raster-based geographical information systems. Through laboratory exercises<br />
and lectures multidisciplinary applications are examined in database creation, remotely<br />
sensed data handling, elevation models, and resource models using boolean, map algebra,<br />
and other methods. Prerequisite: GEOG 3543 or ANTH 3543. (Same as ANTH 4553)<br />
GEOS4563 Geology <strong>of</strong> Our National Parks (Fa) This course examines the underlying<br />
geology responsible for selected parks, and explores the interplay <strong>of</strong> geology, biology,<br />
climate, topography, and humans to evaluate the value <strong>of</strong> the parks, and to anticipate the<br />
problems they will face in the near and long-term. Prerequisite: GEOL 1113.<br />
GEOS4583 Vector GIS (Sp) Introduction to geographic information systems (GIS) applications<br />
in marketing, transportation, real estate, demographics, urban and regional planning,<br />
and related areas. Lectures focus on development <strong>of</strong> principles, paralleled by workstationbased<br />
laboratory exercises using mainstream GIS s<strong>of</strong>tware and relational data bases. Prerequisite:<br />
GEOS 3023 or GEOS 3543. (Same as ANTH 4563)<br />
GEOS4593 Introduction to Global Positioning Systems (Fa) Fundamentals<br />
<strong>of</strong> navigation, mapping, and high-precision positioning using the Navstar Global Positioning<br />
System. Topics include datum definition and transformation, map projections, autonomous and<br />
differential positioning using both code and carrier processing, and analysis <strong>of</strong> errors. Prerequisite:<br />
GEOS 3543. (Same as ANTH 4593)<br />
GEOS4653 Advanced Raster GIS (Odd years, Sp) Advanced raster topics are<br />
examined beginning with a theoretical and methodological review <strong>of</strong> Tomlin’s cartographic<br />
modeling principles. Topics vary and include Fourier methods, image processing, kriging, spatial<br />
statistics, principal components, fuzzy and regression modeling, and multi-criteria decision<br />
models. Several raster GIS programs are examined with links to statistical analysis s<strong>of</strong>tware.<br />
Prerequisite: GEOG 4553 or ANTH 4553.<br />
GEOS4693 Environmental Justice (Sp) This course deals with the ethical, environmental,<br />
legal, economic, and social implications <strong>of</strong> society’s treatment <strong>of</strong> the poor, the<br />
disenfranchised, and minorities who live in the less desirable, deteriorating neighborhoods,<br />
communities, and niches <strong>of</strong> our country. The class integrates science with philosophy, politics,<br />
economics, policy, and law, drawing on award-winning films, current news, and case studies.<br />
GEOS4733 GPS Geodesy in Geoscience (Even years, Sp) Applications <strong>of</strong> GPS<br />
geodesy in geosciences are presented with emphasis on case studies <strong>of</strong> on-going research<br />
projects such as seismic and volcanic hazard. Statistical procedures and factors affecting data<br />
quality will be discussed. Analysis will focus on archived data, on-line data from GPS research<br />
networks, and data collected by students. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week.<br />
Prerequisite: GEOL 1113.<br />
GEOS4863 Quantitave Techniques in Geosciences (Sp) An introduction to the<br />
application <strong>of</strong> standard quantitative and spatial statistical techniques to geoscientific analysis.<br />
Students will use both micro and large system computers in the course. Prerequisite: (STAT<br />
4003 and STAT 4001L) or equivalent. (Same as ANTH 4863)<br />
GEOS5023 Technical and Proposal Writing for the Geosciences (Sp) Preparation<br />
<strong>of</strong> technical reports, research proposals, and manuscripts for publication in the area <strong>of</strong><br />
geosciences.<br />
GEOS5053 Quaternary Environments (Fa) An interdisciplinary study <strong>of</strong> the Quaternary<br />
Period, including dating methods, deposits, soils, climates, tectonics, and human adaptation.<br />
Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week. Prerequisite: <strong>Graduate</strong> standing. (Same<br />
as ANTH 5053,ENDY 5053)<br />
GEOS5423 Remote Sensing <strong>of</strong> Natural Resources (Even years, Sp) Introductory<br />
digital image processing <strong>of</strong> remotely sensed data. Topics include data collection,<br />
laboratory design, scientific visualization, radiometric and geometric correction, enhancement,<br />
pattern recognition, artificial intelligence, and accuracy assessment in natural resource remote<br />
sensing. Advanced geomatics s<strong>of</strong>tware exercises and a final project are included. Prerequisite:<br />
GEOS 4413 and pr<strong>of</strong>iciency in a programming language.<br />
GEOS5853 Environmental Isotope Geochemistry (Sp) Introduction to principles<br />
<strong>of</strong> isotope fractionation and distribution in geologic environments, isotopic analytical methods,<br />
and extraction <strong>of</strong> isotope samples; application <strong>of</strong> isotopes in characterization <strong>of</strong> geologic<br />
processes and interaction with hydrologic, surficial, and biologic attenuation, paleothermometry<br />
soil, and biogeochemical processes. Prerequisite: GEOL 5063 or GEOL 5263. (Same as<br />
ENDY 5853) May be repeated for up to 3 hours <strong>of</strong> degree credit.<br />
GERMAN<br />
See Foreign Languages, page 107.<br />
GERONTOLOGY (GERO)<br />
Ro DiBrezzo and Barbara B. Shadden<br />
Program Directors <strong>of</strong> the Office for <strong>Studies</strong> on Aging<br />
321 HPER Building<br />
479-575-5262<br />
E-mail: aging@cavern.uark.edu<br />
http://www.uark.edu/aging/<br />
Biological Sciences Faculty:<br />
• Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Etges<br />
Communication Faculty:<br />
• Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Webb<br />
Health Science, Kinesiology, Recreation and Dance Faculty:<br />
• <strong>University</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>essor DiBrezzo<br />
• Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Fort<br />
Human Environmental Sciences Faculty:<br />
• Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Turner<br />
• Associate Pr<strong>of</strong>essors Bailey, Fitch-Hilgenberg, Gentry, Killian,<br />
Webb<br />
Nursing Faculty:<br />
• Associate Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Lawson<br />
Psychology Faculty:<br />
• Associate Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Freund<br />
Rehabilitation, Human Resources and Communication Disorders<br />
Faculty:<br />
• Pr<strong>of</strong>essors Shadden, Watson<br />
• Associate Pr<strong>of</strong>essors Hagstrom, Toner<br />
Social Work Faculty:<br />
• Associate Pr<strong>of</strong>essor DeCoster<br />
• Instructor Konert<br />
<strong>Graduate</strong> Certificate Offered:<br />
Gerontology (non-degree)<br />
The <strong>Graduate</strong> Certificate in Gerontology is an interdisciplinary graduate<br />
program focusing on the needs and concerns <strong>of</strong> the aging population.<br />
Prerequisites to the Certificate Program: Students must be admissible<br />
to the <strong>Graduate</strong> School.<br />
Requirements for the <strong>Graduate</strong> Certificate in Gerontology:<br />
(18 hours)<br />
HESC 4443 Gerontology<br />
<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Arkansas, Fayetteville