Other applicable computer programming or database courses may be considered at the discretion of the Certificate Program Director. A selected sample of degree programs that will compliment the Geomatics Certificate include Applied Environmental Geosdences, Geology, Computer Science, Information Systems & Technologies, Geography, Archaeology, or a combination of three emphasis areas for a Bachelor of Integrated Studies (BIS) Degree. The Geomatics Certificate provides students with the essential skills necessary for today's geospatial applications. GEOSCIENCES COURSES - GEO GEO PS1020. Dinosaurs and the Fossil Record (3) F An introduction to the nature of the fossil record and a review of the major events in the history of life, including the rise of dinosaurs and mass extinctions. A writing intensive course requiring a term paper using library resources. Three lectures per week. GEO PS/SI1030. Earthquakes and Volcanoes (3) Su, F, S The causes, distribution, and effects of earthquakes and volcanoes within the framework of global plate tectonics. Development of problem solving and analytical thinking skills are emphasized through homework assignments related to geologic processes. Three lectures per week. GEO PS 1060. Environmental Geosciences (3) F, S The scientific study of the interaction of humans and earth systems including topics of natural hazards; soil, water, energy and mineral resources; and issues of global change. Three lectures per week. GEO 1065. Environmental Geosciences Lab (1) F, S Laboratory and field exercises involving analysis of geologic data related to environmental issues or problems. Application of the scientific method and development of basic computational and map interpretation skills will be stressed. One three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: GEO PS 1060, or concurrent enrollment. GEO PS/SI1110. Dynamic Earth: Physical Geology (3) Su, F, S Fundamental principles of geology emphasizing physical aspects of the Earth including earth materials, plate tectonics, and the effects of water, wind and ice on the Earth's surface. Useful for all students, and recommended as the first geology course for students with majors/minors in geosciences, science teaching, archaeology, and pre-engineering. Three lectures per week. Optional field trip to observe local geologic features. GEO SI1115. Physical Geology Lab (1) F, S The study of minerals and rocks in hand specimens, as well as surficial processes of the Earth revealed by topographic maps and air photos. One three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: GEO PS/SI1110 or GEOG PS/SI 1000, or concurrent enrollment in either class. GEO PS/SI1130. Introduction to Meteorology (3) F, S Survey of atmospheric processes that create weather. Topics include solar radiation, temperature, moisture, pressure, wind, storm systems, weather forecasting, and air pollution. Problem solving skills and use of satellite imagery included. Three lectures per week. GEO 1220. Historical Geology (4) S The history of the Earth and the methods used to interpret this history. Short field trips required. Three lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: GEO PS/SI1110 and GEO Sill 15. GEO PS/SI1350. Principles of Earth Science (3) F, S Overview of Earth's systems, including weather, climate, seasons, rocks and minerals, processes that change Earth's surface, earthquakes, volcanoes, and plate tectonics. Data collection and analysis are included. Two lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Designed for Elementary Education majors. 325 GEO 2050. Earth Materials (4) S An introduction to the origin, classification, and identification of minerals and rocks including topics related to crystallography, mineral chemistry, petrology, and the importance of mineral and rock resources to our society. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: GEO Sill 15 or permission of instructor. GEO 2600. Laboratory Safety (1) F, S An interdisciplinary, team-taught course that will be an overview of the major chemical, biological and physical safely issues related to science laboratories and field work. Class will meet once per week and will be taught in a lecture/demonstration format. GEO 2890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-6) Open to all students in Geosciences who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. GEO 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) (offered as needed) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. GEO 2950. Geoscience Fieldtrips (1-3) F, S Application of basic Geoscience field methods during fieldtrips. Readings, written and oral reports, and/or examinations may be required. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. GEO SI3010. Oceanography and Earth Systems (3) S (alternate years) Study of the world's oceans as a framework for examining the major issues in Earth system science. Topics include plate tectonics and the origin of ocean basins, atmosphere-ocean linkages and feedbacks, El Nino events, the ocean's role in biogeochemical cycles, structure and organization of marine ecosystems, and the scientific basis for understanding human impacts on marine systems. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite: GEO PS1110 or GEO PS1130 or GEOGPS/SI1000. GEO 3060. Structural Geology (4) F (alternate years) Origin and characteristics of structural features in deformed rock. Topics include basic principles of stress, strain, and rock deformation; analysis of faults and folds; and relations to major tectonic features of Earth. Field trips required. Three lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: GEO 2050 and either MATH QL1050 or MATH QL1080; or consent of instructor. GEO 3080. Water Resources (3) F A detailed examination of the water cycle, including, precipitation, surface water, groundwater, glaciers, water conservation, water management, and water pollution with special emphasis on the water resources of Utah and neighboring areas. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite: GEO Sill 15. GEO 3150. Geomorphology (4) F A study of landforms, surficial deposits, and geomorphic processes operating in fluvial, coastal, eolian, and glacial environments. Laboratory exercises employ maps, aerial photographs, and field analysis to understand the interactive nature of geomorphic processes and landform development. Three lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: GEO 1220 and MATH QL1050 or QL1080. GEO 3180. Paleontology (4) F (alternate years) Characteristics of important fossil groups and their geologic distribution and paleoecology. Emphasis on the invertebrate record with some treatment of vertebrates and plants. Three lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: GEO 1220 or ZOOL SI1110 or consent of instructor. General PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREEREQ GENED Engaged Learning S Interdisciplinary OUR/CBL HNRS BIS LIBS INTRD MINORS Applied Science S Technology AUSV/ATTC CEET CS MFET/ETM MET CMT DGET ENGR IDT SST TBE Arts S Humanities MENG COMM ENGL FL DANC MUSC THEA ART/ARTH Business & Econ MBA MACC/ACTG BSAD FIN MGMT MKTG SCM ECON/QUAN 1ST Education MSAT MED CHF ATHL/AT HLTH/NUTR PE/PEP/REC EDUC Heaifh Professions MHA MSN CLS DENT PAR HTHS HAS/HIM NRSG RADT DMS/NUCM RATH REST Science BTNY CHEM GEO- MATH/MTHE MICR PHYS/ASTR ZOOL Social S Behavioral Sciences MCJ/CJ ECON GEOG HIST POLS/PHIL PSY SW/GERT SOC/ANTH AERO MILS NAVS Continuing Ed Davis Campus Weber State University 2009 - 2010 Catalog