Geology Microbiology 295. Elementary Field Geology (1-8) A,S,Sw Fundamentals of geology as they are observed during field trips. Trips will be preceded by a series of lectures and followed by an examination. 306. Structural Geology (4) IV Structural features of the earth and their origin. Prerequisites: Geol NS111 and 112,122 and Mathematics 106 or consent of instructor. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. 315. Geomorphology (4) S Landforms and their origin. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisite: Geol 112 or consent of instructor. 318. Paleontology (4) A Characteristics of important fossil groups and their geologic distribution. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisites: Geol NS111 and 112 or Zool NS211 and Geol 122 or consent of the instructor. 325. Geology of Utah (5) The study of Utah's geologic history including the evaluation of past and present land forms, the origin and importance of the state's minerals, rocks, geologic resources and its fossils. Short field trips required. Five lectures per week. Prerequisite: Geol 122. 339. Aerial Photo Interpretation (3) A '92 The use of aerial photos to interpret geologic phenomena. One lecture and two 2-hour labs a week. Prerequisite: Geol 306 or consent of instructor. 351. Summer Field Camp (9) S Field training in geologic mapping, measuring sections, and interpreting geologic history using alidades, Brunton compasses, topographic maps and aerial photographs. Prerequisites: Geology 206 and Geology 306. 363. Geology of North America (4) 5 A detailed study of the stratigraphy and structure of North America. Prerequisite: Geol 122 or consent of instructor. Four lectures a week. 376. Principles of Stratigraphy (4) S The principles and concepts of stratigraphy and its application to field geology, paleontology and industry. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisite: Geol NS 111, 112, 122 or consent of instructor. 385. Principles of Sedimentology (4) W The origin, classification and identification of sedimentary rocks and structures. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisites: Geol 122 and 206 or consent of the instructor. 388. Ground Water (4) S Origin, occurrence, behavior, and use of ground water, with special emphasis on practical applications in Utah. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisites: Geol NS111 and 112, Math 106 or 107, or consent of instructor. 406. Field Methods (4) (Offered as needed) Introduction to measuring, mapping, and recording geologic data. One lecture and three 3-hour labs a week. Designed for junior or senior students in Geology. 410. Petroleum Geology (4) (Offered as needed) Principles of the origin, migration, accumulation and distribution of petroleum. Evaluation of reservoirs and techniques of petroleum exploration. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisites: Geol 306,376 or 385 or consent of instructor. 420. Geology for Teachers (5) (Offered as needed) Principles and processes of geology for elementary teachers. Credit not given for Geol 420 and Geol NS111 or 112. Four lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. 425. Subsurface Geology (3) (Offered as needed) Techniques of subsurface geology and interpretation of subsurface data. Two lectures and one 3-hour laboratory or field trip a week. Prerequisite: Geol 306, 376, and 385 or equivalent. 430. Optical Mineralogy and Petrography (4) (Offered as needed) Study of minerals and rocks by using thin sections and grains. Two lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisite: GeolNSlll, 112 and 206, and Math 106 or consent of instructor. 450. Mineral Deposits (4) The geologic principles underlying the origin and occurrences of economic mineral deposits. Four lectures a week. Prerequisites: GeolNSlll, 112, and206. 455. Geochemistry (4) A '92 The significant facts and ideas concerning the chemistry of the earth and a synthesis of these data into an account of the chemical evolution of the earth. Four lectures a week. Prerequisite: Chem 123 and 301 and Geol 205 or consent of the instructor. 460. Geophysics (4) A '93 Principles and techniques of geophysical exploration, including gravity, magnetics and seismic methods. Course includes field collection of geophysical data and computer modelling of anomalies. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisites: Geol 306, Math 212. 465. Exploration Geochemistry (4) (Offered as needed) The use of trace elements in mineral exploration. Two lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisite: Geol 206. 470. X-Ray Diffraction Analysis (3) (Offered as needed) Application of X-ray diffraction to the analysis of materials and their properties. Prerequisite: Senior standing in geology, chemistry, or physics or permission of the instructor. 480. Special Problems (1-5) A, W, S Prerequisite: Consent of instructor prior to registration. (May be repeated for a maximum of five credit hours.) 483. Geologic Literature (2) S '93 Directed readings in geologic literature. Prerequisites: Geol NS111 and 112. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) A continuation of Geol 289. Open to all students. 232 General Information 492. Short courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) (Offered as needed) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 495. Advanced Field Geology (1-8) A, S Fundamentals of geology applied during field trips. Readings, reports, lectures and examinations are required. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. 497. Senior Thesis (2) A, IV, S A thesis to be written by a student at the culmination of a period of individual field/laboratory and library research, under the direction of a specific faculty person. Prerequisites: Senior standing and departmental approval of the thesis topic. 499. Senior Seminar (2) A course for seniors applying research methods to geologic problems. 503. Geology for Teachers (3-5) (Offered as needed) Science content course for teachers in the M.Ed. Science Emphasis Program. To register, select another departmental course and develop a contract detailing additional work required for graduate credit. Course may be repeated. Contract must be approved by instructor, department chair, and Director of the Master of Education Program. 525. Geology of Utah for In-Service Teachers (5) (Offered as needed) The study of Utah's geologic history including the evaluation of past and present landforms and the origin and importance of the state's minerals, rocks, geologic resources, and fossils. Short field trips required. Five lectures each week. Prerequisites: GeolNSlll and 122, and a baccalaureate degree. Credit not given for both Geol 325 and 525. 554. Environmental Geology for In-Service Teachers (4) (Offered as needed) A study of geologic hazards (earthquakes, landslides, floods, etc.) DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY Chair: Craig J. Oberg Location: Science Lab, Room 302M Telephone Contact: Carrie Minnoch 626-6949 Professors: Lowell S. Adams, Craig J. Oberg, Alan E. Stockland; Associate Professor: Diane S. Home; Assistant Professor: Mohammad Sondossi Description Microbiology is the study of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, algae, fungi, and protozoa) including their structure, metabolism, distribution, and ecological relationships. Knowledge gained by microbiologists leads to a better understanding of molecular-level life processes and to beneficial applications in agriculture, industry, and medicine. The field is expanding, with special emphasis being given to genetic engineering, biotechnology, molecular biology, cell culture, control of disease, production and storage of food, research and development and quality assurance of industrial products, disposal and detoxification of wastes, and the monitoring of environmental quality. PROGRAM: MICROBIOLOGY MAJOR BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: • WSU Core Requirements (see index). • General Education Requirements (see index). • A minor is required. Required courses satisfy a minor in Chemistry. • Microbiology majors must have a C- or better in major courses. • An overall GPA of 2.00 or C is required. • 183 total hours are required for this degree. Sixty of the 183 total hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above). Student Services Interdisc. Programs Applied Science & Technology Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Health Professions Specific Requirements: • Microbiology courses required (26 credit hours): Micro NS205 (5), 255 (5), 325 (5), 405 (5), 415 (5), 499 (1). • Courses to elect from (29 credit hours required, and at least Education 19 must be Micro): Micro 330 (7), 340 (3), 348 (5), 350 (3), 376 (4), 385 (5), 420 (3), 425 (3), 455 (5), 480 (1-5), 483 (1- 3), 292/492 (1-2) as approved by the department chair; Botany 350 (5), 351 (5); Zool 330 (5) or Botany 330 (4), Zool 460 (5). • Support courses required: Chem NS121 (5), 122 (5), 123 (5), 311 (4), 312 (4), and 307 (5); Math 105 (5) or 106 (5) or 107 (5); Phsx NS101 (5) or 107 (5) or NS111-113 (12); Bot NS110 (5); Zool NS160 (5) or 201 (5). Special Emphases: Microbiology majors pursuing the career programs below should consult appropriate advisers and include the specifiec courses while fulfilling the requirements for the Microbiology major. • Students interested in biotechnology or industrial microbiology careers should include Micro 348, 376, 385, 420, 425, 455; Zool 330; and should consider Botany 350, 351,352, and Chem 305. • Students emphasizing Public Health should include Micro NS115, 330, 348, 350, 385, and 455; Zool 450 and 455; and medical and ecological course electives. Science Social & Behavioral Sciences 233 Continuing Education