Undergraduate Catalog - University of Louisiana at Monroe

2012-2013 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG
4025. SEDIMENTATION. 3 cr. The genesis, transportation, deposition,
and classification of sediments; tectonic and environmental
factors influencing deposition and sedimentary structure.
Prerequisites: GEOL 2011, 2013.
4026. SEDIMENTATION LABORATORY. 1 cr. Three hours laboratory
to accompany 4025.
4029. MICROPALEONTOLOGY LABORATORY. 2 cr. Six hours
laboratory to accompany 4019.
4030. COAL. 3 cr. A study of the physical and chemical properties
of the various ranks of coal, distribution, origin, microscopic
analysis, utilization, evaluation, methods of extraction, and land
reclamation. Prerequisites: GEOL 3027, 3029.
For Undergraduates and Graduates
4015. VERTEBRATE PALEONTOLOGY. 2 cr. A survey of the
vertebrates through geologic time with special emphasis on
morphology, function, evolution, time and spatial distribution.
Prerequisites: GEOL 1002, 1004.
GEOSCIENCE
(GEOS)
For Undergraduates Only
1050. INTEGRATED GEOSCIENCES FOR EDUCATION MAJORS. 3
cr. The goal of this course is to present an integrated approach to
essential concepts in introductory geology (physical and historical
geology), astronomy (from an earth science perspective),
and weather. Personal applications of science, process skills,
problem-solving, and discovery learning are also emphasized.
For Elementary Education majors only. (Formerly SCIE 104)
2001. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE. 3 cr. Exploration of contemporary
issues in environmental science. Man’s interaction with the
Earth’s biological and physical resources. Topics include
global warming, biodiversity, conservation, pollution, wetlands,
sustainable agriculture, and population growth. Prerequisites: "C"
or better in BIOL 1001 or 1020 or approval of department head.
(Same as BIOL 2001).
3030. INTRODUCTION TO GEOMORPHOLOGY. 3 cr. The recognition,
classification, origin, and relationship of and forms.
3031. GEOMORPHOLOGY LABORATORY. 1 cr. Three hours
laboratory to accompany 3030.
3032. BROADCAST METEOROLOGY PRACTICUM 1-3 cr.
Maximum, 3 cr. Systematic research, training, and active
participation in meteorological/climatological laboratory 2-6 hours/
week at a television weather station. Grade of CR (Credit) or
NC (No Credit) will be awarded. Can serve as credit for an
atmospheric sciences elective. Prerequisites: ATMS 2005 and
ATMS 3004.
4001. PLANET EARTH. 3 cr. Directed study in selected studies in
Geosciences. Content varies. No more than 12 hours may be
applied toward degree requirements. May not be applied to major
in Geology. (formerly GEOS 400A)
4003. EARTH REVEALED (INTRODUCTORY GEOLOGY). 3 cr.
Directed study in selected studies in Geosciences. Content
varies. No more than 12 hours may be applied toward degree
requirements. May not be applied to major in Geology. (formerly
GEOS 400C)
4005. OUT OF THE PAST: AN INTRODUCTION TO ARCHEOLOGY.
3 cr. Directed study in selected studies in Geosciences. Content
varies. No more than 12 hours may be applied toward degree
requirements. May not be applied to major in Geology. (formerly
GEOS 400D)
4015. SOILS FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL GEOSCIENTIST. 2 cr.
Fundamentals of pedology aimed at environmental geoscientists,
including: soil terminology, soil genesis, the 7th Approximation
soil classification system, the use of parish and county soil
surveys, soil descriptions, soil toxicity, national and worldwide
soil type distribution. Prerequisite: GEOL 1001 or GEOG 2013 or
permission of the instructor.
GEOSCIENCE 199
4016. SEMINAR. 1 cr. Maximum, 3 cr. Presentation of oral and written
reports on current geology literature and problems of special
interest.
4020. HUMAN IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT. 3 cr. This course
will assess the environmental changes caused by human
activity. Specifically, attention will be focused on human impacts
on vegetation, animals, soil, hydrology, geomorphology, and
climate. Prerequisite: GEOG 2013 or GEOS 3030 or permission
of instructor.
4021. ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS. 3 cr. Principles and methods
for critically analyzing environmental issues from an economic
and policy perspective. Review of current environmental issues
with emphasis on agriculture related topics. Prerequisites: AGEC
2001 or ECON 2002 (Same as AGEC 4021).
4030. SURFACE HYDROLOGY. 3 cr. Fundamentals of surface
hydrology including: components of the hydrologic cycle;
hydrographs; flood frequency analysis; and flood routing through
rivers, reservoirs, and watersheds. Includes practical exercises
and the use of personal computers. Prerequisites: GEOL 1001 or
permission of the instructor.
4040. ENVIRONMENTAL EARTH SCIENCE. 3 cr. A survey of the
interactions between people and the physical environment,
including hazardous earth processes, hydrology and pollution,
waste disposal, environmental health, mineral resources, energy,
and land use. Prerequisites: Any of the following—GEOS 1001,
4002, GEOL 1001, 2006, GEOG 2013.
4041. GEOENVIRONMENTAL SEMINAR. 1 cr. Maximum 3 cr.
Geoenvironmental topics are examined in depth through library
research, audiovisual materials analysis, and interactive software.
Investigations are presented and critiqued during roundtable
discussions. Assigned topics vary each semester. May be
repeated for a maximum of 3 cr. Prerequisites: Any pertinent
basic science course or permission of the instructor.
4060. ARCHEOLOGY AND GEOLOGY OF NATURAL DISASTERS. 3
cr. Case studies of archeological and geologic evidence for the
history, causes, and effects of historical and prehistoric natural
disasters. Use of archeological and geologic data to develop
realistic supportable scenarios for the natural disasters will be
stressed. Prerequisites: ANTG 2001; GEOL 1001 and 1002.
4061. COOPERATIVE EDUCATION EXPERIENCE. 1 cr. Planned and
supervised work experience in student’s major field. Only open
to juniors and seniors in the Department of Geosciences who are
approved for the Cooperative Education Program. Grade of CR
(credit) or NC (no credit) will be awarded. A. Atmospheric Science,
B. Geography, C. Geology, D. Geophysics. May be repeated for a
total of 3 credits. May not be applied to fulfill major requirement.
For Undergraduates and Graduates
4035. PRINCIPLES OF GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(GIS). 3 cr. Techniques for analyzing, displaying and managing
geographic data topics including: structure of geographic data
bases, principles of digital cartography, basic spatial statistics and
analysis of spatial relationships using GIS. Prerequisite: junior or
senior standing.
4045. ADVANCED GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS).
3 cr. A project-oriented course intended to demonstrate how
principles learned in GEOS 4035 can be applied to solving
complex real-world problems. Prerequisite: GEOS 4035.
4050. REMOTE SENSING OF THE ENVIRONMENT. 3 cr. This course
will cover the basics and the interpretation of remote sensing
data that will include aerial photography, U. S. and French
satellite imagery, thermal infrared, Sideways Looking Radar,
Synthetic Aperture Radar, and other airborne platforms such as
the Daedalus Multispectral Scanner used by NASA.
4091. RESEARCH. 1-6 cr. Maximum, 6 cr. Research problems that
can be completed in one semester. Three hours laboratory
per week for each credit hour. A written proposal with a list
of references must be submitted to and be approved by the
supervising professor and department head. Results of work
will be presented in a seminar. Prerequisites: junior or senior
standing in geology.