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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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SUNY Oneonta offers students more than 1,400 courses—from Accounting to Zoology—from over 25 separate departments. Requirements for majors and minors and course descriptions are listed under the departments that offer them; and these departments are arranged in alphabetical order. See the “Course Index” for details.
Please note that requirements, courses, and course descriptions are subject to change after publication of this catalog. Contact the appropriate departments for updated information. Also note that some course descriptions have been edited for clarity and consistency. Complete descriptions are available from the instructors or the departments concerned.
Key to Course Descriptions
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Activity course in Health & Fitness |
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Liberal Arts (course is a Liberal Arts offering) |
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Sustainability Focused Courses |
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Sophomore standing |
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Course Numbering System
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No credit; usually developmental in nature. |
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Lower-division undergraduate-level courses. |
| 200 - 299 |
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Upper-division intermediate undergraduate-level courses. |
| 300 - 499 |
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Upper-division advanced courses. |
| 500 - 699 |
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Graduate-level courses. |
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French |
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FREN 205 - French & Francophone Civilization II 3 s.h.
A study of the political, social, cultural, intellectual, artistic, and literary development of France and the Francophone World, from the French and Haitian Revolutions to the present. FREN204/205 may be taken in any order. A-E only Once per year.
LA
Prerequisite(s): FREN 103 or equivalent proficiency.
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FREN 208 - French Literature & Culture 3 s.h.
Study of French and Francophone literatures and cultures from the Middle Ages through to the Enlightenment. Provides the historical context for major literary movements and authors, as well as a for a critical exploration of other forms of cultural expression, and trains students to read and write critically. Students also learn to use the methods and language of literary and cultural analysis and explore essays illustrating recent trends in literary and cultural theory. A-E only. Offered irregularly.
LA
Prerequisite(s): FREN 201 or FREN 202 .
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FREN 209 - French Literature & Culture II 3 s.h. -
Study of French and Francophone literatures and cultures from the French and Haitian Revolutions to the present. Provides the historical context for major literary movements and authors, as well as a for a critical exploration of other forms of cultural expression, and trains students to read and write critically. Students also learn to use the methods and language of literary and cultural analysis and explore essays illustrating recent trends in literary and cultural theory. A-E only. Offered irregularly.
LA
Prerequisite(s): FREN 201 or FREN 202 .
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FREN 210 - Survey of Francophone Literature 3 s.h.
A study of Francophone literature of Quebec, the French West Indies, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Southeast Asia during the 20th century. Offered irregularly.
LA
Prerequisite(s): FREN 201 and FREN 202 .
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FREN 217 - Contemporary France 4 s.h.
This is a course in contemporary French civilization using Paris as a microcosm of modern French life. The course will include intensive reading, research and discussion on various aspects of contemporary French culture and language and will incorporate a 10-12 day stay in Paris during a college vacation week. While in Paris, the students will work daily from 9am to 9pm with the instructor doing walking tours related to French history, art, architecture, and everyday life. In Paris students will also complete work on a pre-designed project related to an element of French culture. Students will be expected to function exclusively in French during this program. Students will be responsible for the cost of their airfare, lodging, meals, ground transportation, and incidental expenses while in France. Offered irregularly.
LA
Prerequisite(s): FREN 104 or equivalent, and SoS and permission of instructor.
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FREN 218 - Culinary French 1 s.h.
An intermediate-level conversation course to provide students with focused practice of vocabulary and structures useful to both clients and food service personnel in restaurant settings. Some reading and written work required, mostly for reading and preparing menus in French. Conducted entirely in French. Offered irregularly.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 104 , FREN 201 , or equivalent proficiency.
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FREN 219 - Advanced French Conversation 3 s.h.
Intensive practice in oral expression and comprehension in French, with particular emphasis on pronunciation, accent, and intonation patterns. Offered Fall only.
LA
Prerequisite(s): FREN 201 and FREN 202 .
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FREN 220 - Advanced French Composition 3 s.h.
Intensive work on writing in French, including creative and analytic writing, as well as practical forms such as letter-writing, blogs, etc. Offered Spring only.
LA
Prerequisite(s): FREN 201 and FREN 202 .
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FREN 221 - France and the Arab World: Culture, History, Politics 3 s.h.
This course examines the relationship between France and the Arab world from the Middle Ages to the present. Focusing on the Maghreb (Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia), but also including Lebanon, Egypt, Iraq, and Syria, the course explores key moments in this history in order to provide a deeper understanding of contemporary issues such as immigration, secularism, imperialism, nationalism, and the role of mass media in representing Arab and Muslim peoples and societies. Readings include The 1001 Nights, The Song of Roland, as well as a range of French and Arab writers such as Voltaire, Montesquieu, Victor Hugo, Albert Camus, Assia Djebar, and Joyce Mansour. Taught in English. A-E only. Offered irregularly.
LA
Prerequisite(s): COMP 100 .
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FREN 222 - French and Francophone Cinema 3 s.h.
This course explores the history of French and Francophone cinema from its origins to the present. Includes study of the film-making process, cinematic techniques, and corresponding vocabulary. The course focuses on cinema as an art form, as popular culture, and as a commentary on society and politics. Attention will be paid to the relationships between cinema in metropolitan France and in other parts of the French-speaking world such as Africa, the Caribbean, Québec, and the Middle East. Taught in English. A-E only. Offered irregularly.
LA
Prerequisite(s): COMP 100 .
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FREN 223 - Graffiti & Street Art in the Francophone World 3 s.h.
This course examines graffiti and street art from around the world, with a special focus on works produced in the French-speaking world (Africa, the Caribbean, North America, and Europe). We will consider graffiti and street art from a variety of perspectives: marginalized cultures, youth culture, punk, hip-hop, the intersections between local and international communities, as criminal activity, political protest, and as art. Students will do original research with online and/or in-situ graffiti. Taught in English. A-E only. Offered irregularly.
LA
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FREN 224 - French Music and Poetry 3 s.h.
This course is designed to familiarize students to French culture and literature through a form likely to attract French, English and Music majors. Taught in English, the offering will be a survey course providing an approach to French music and lyric poetry from the Middle-Ages to the present, including Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Twentieth Century. The course will examine the development of the French mélodie and its intimate connection with French poetry. A-E only. Offered every two years.
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FREN 225 - France and the Challenge of Globalization 3 s.h.
This course will allow students to analyze the impact of globalization on France. The French narrative of universalism has become an unreachable fantasy of homogeneity, and has created an internal contradiction between integration and repression, as it only offers assimilation or segregation to immigrants and refugees, scapegoating the absolute others whose behavior and culture cannot match the model. While immigration, had provided the cheap labor necessary for postwar industrial reconstruction, it had become a “social problem.” This course, taught in English, will introduce students to a deep understanding of the global, national, and local processes that shape the evolution of French culture into the XXIst century. A-E only. Offered every two years.
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FREN 299 - Independent Study in French 1 s.h. - 6 s.h.
Special studies under department supervision for students who have shown unusual ability in French and other areas. May be continued in successive semesters.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS and permission of department and instructor.
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FREN 312 - Studies in Medieval French Literature 3 s.h.
A study of selected authors of medieval texts from the tenth through the fifteenth centuries. The student will acquire a reading ability in old French through the study of works and authors such as: La Chanson de Roland, Marie de France, Chretien de Troyes, Le Roman de la Rose, Rutebeuf, Thibaut de Champagne, Froissart, Christine de Pisan, Charles d’Orleans, Commynes. Offered irregularly.
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Prerequisite(s): FREN 208 , or equivalent proficiency.
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FREN 316 - French Literature of the Renaissance 3 s.h.
A study of selected authors of the 16th century. Offered irregularly.
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Prerequisite(s): FREN 208 , or equivalent proficiency.
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FREN 317 - French Neo-Classical Literature 3 s.h.
A study of selected authors of the 17th century. Offered irregularly.
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Prerequisite(s): FREN 208 , or equivalent proficiency.
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FREN 318 - The French Enlightenment 3 s.h.
A study of selected authors of the 18th century. Offered irregularly.
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Prerequisite(s): FREN 208 , or equivalent proficiency.
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FREN 319 - French Literature of the 19th Century 3 s.h.
A study of selected authors from the French Revolution to World War I. Offered irregularly.
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Prerequisite(s): FREN 208 , FREN 209 , or equivalent proficiency.
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FREN 320 - Modern French Literature 3 s.h.
A study of selected authors of French expression from World War I to the present. Offered irregularly.
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Prerequisite(s): FREN 208 , FREN 209 , or equivalent proficiency.
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FREN 322 - Francophone Literature 3 s.h.
Will explore the richness and diversity of francophone literature through texts and films from French-speaking areas such as Louisiana, Quebec, Haiti, Morocco, Algeria, Mali, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Course will be conducted in French. Offered irregularly.
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Prerequisite(s): FREN 208 or FREN 209 or FREN 210 or equivalent proficiency
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FREN 325 - Sustainability in Francophone Literature and Culture 3 s.h.
The breakdown of ecosystems around the world in the early twenty-first century plunges human civilization into a crisis that urgently prompts us to re-evaluate our own cultural resources in meeting the global challenge of sustainability. This course explores French and Francophone literatures and cultures through the lenses of sustainability, ecocriticism, and environmental activism. Beginning with attitudes and perceptions of the natural world expressed in literature, the course branches out to consider the interconnected questions of culture, society, and politics viewed from the broad, holistic perspective of sustainability. This course critically examines the connections between abstract ideas about the natural environment and concrete practices that either sustain or fail to sustain it. While providing students with critical tools for thinking and writing broadly about sustainability and culture, individual instructors may teach different iterations of this course that focus on particular aspects of these larger issues, and which zoom in on specific histories and contours of this problematic. Issues examined may include colonialism and war; racism, immigration, and incarceration; sustainable communities; the metaphorical exploitation of nature in light of policy and practice; and activism, fair trade, and eco-tourism as three possible solutions to these challenges. Taught in English. A-E only. Offered irregularly.
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Prerequisite(s): COMP 100 .
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FREN 327 - The Female Voice in French Literature 3 s.h.
This course is designed to familiarize students to the female voice in French literature and society through the Ages. Students will explore the various challenges raised by the issues of gender, literary merit, values and philosophy in the contributions of women in French literature. They will also learn how to assess feminist, anti-feminist, and ambivalent attitudes in treatments of female characters and feminist concerns. Finally, they will study French feminist criticism in the discussion of women’s feminist philosophy and literature in the twentieth century, from Marie de France to Virginie Despentes. A-E only. Offered every two-three years.
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FREN 398 - Seminar in French 3 s.h.
Investigation or research of particular literary or cultural interests. Includes regular group meetings, but emphasis is on individual work. Offered irregularly.
LA
Prerequisite(s): SrS.
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FREN 399 - Independent Study in French 1 s.h. - 6 s.h.
Special studies under department supervision for students who have shown unusual ability in French and other areas. May be continued in successive semesters.
LA
Prerequisite(s): JrS and permission of department and instructor.
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Geography |
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GEOG 100 - Introductory Geography 3 s.h.
Geography is concerned with the arrangement and location of phenomena on the face of the earth and with the associations of phenomena that give character to places. This course introduces students to geographic concepts and methods, and to materials fundamental to the understanding of the earth’s various physical and human landscapes. Students are advised to complete GEOG 100 or its equivalent before enrolling in a 200- or 300-level course. Offered Fall and Spring.
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GEOG 101 - World Regional Geography 3 s.h.
World Regional Geography examines the spatial distribution of human societies and culture and the natural environment in the context of world regions. It investigates the characteristics that define world regions and how they are distinguished from each other. We live in an increasingly global society that necessitates international awareness and a global conscience in order to advance a sustainable planet. Utilizing geographic concepts of place and region, this course is a lens to understanding contemporary rapid cultural, environmental, political, and economic transformations. Each world region is extremely vibrant, and encompasses a great deal of diversity among commonalities. Thus, an awareness of the diversity of ideas and practices found in world regions will emerge. Offered irregularly.
LA
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GEOG 120 - American Discovery 3 s.h.
A seminar course specifically designed to assist first year international students with their academic and cultural acclimation to American geographies and environments. This course incorporates field trips to culturally significant sites and a service-learning activity. Field trips are at no cost to the enrolled students. Restricted to international students. Offered every semester.
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GEOG 194 - Special Topics in Geography 1 - 6 s.h.
Study of an area not covered by regular course offerings. Offered according to interest of instructor, request of students, and availability of instructor.
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GEOG 201 - Physical Geography of the Global Environment 3 s.h.
Explore earth, water, air, and life as the global arena upon which mountains, floods, tornados, plants, animals and people coexist. The physical environment is the stage where human activities and the dance of life unfold. Physical geography is the “big picture” that investigates how global natural processes work and how they function as interrelated systems. This course is organized by the Earth’s four mega systems or spheres - atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. Each sphere is examined within the context of weather, climate, biomes, soils, and landforms. Together, the inputs of energy, air, water, and earth into the living planet determine the value of the environment from which life is supported. Humans have the capacity to squander and steward resources. The Earth is our habitat; accordingly, we impact and modify our home. Throughout the course, in the context of case studies, students will learn how humans change the physical environment and that it is our responsibility to live sustainably. Offered Fall only.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 206 - Environmental Issues 3 s.h.
The study of the effect of human activities on the worldwide ecosystem. An examination of the issues of human overpopulation, atmospheric warming, chemical pollution, and agriculture. Strategies of land planning and resource conservation will be considered. Offered Spring only.
LA
Cross-listed as: ENVS 201 .
Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101 or ENVS 110 .
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GEOG 210 - Economic Geography and Sustainability 3 s.h.
The location of economic activity and the spatial variation of such basic elements as land resources, population, and technology are analyzed. Levels of development, patterns of production, consumption, and exchange, and analysis of population problems, selected economies, regionalization and planning strategies are also considered.Comparisons of More Developed Countries (MDCs) and Less Developed Countries (LDCs). Detailed examination of global energy resources and new technologies for their utilization. Detailed look at sustainable approaches to resource consumption and economic development. Offered Fall and Spring.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 211 - Transportation Planning for Smart Growth 3 s.h.
An analysis of the spatial patterns of transportation. Work focuses on a description of transport networks and modes, and the movements of goods, people, and information. The course considers the principles and models governing spatial interaction and their utility in planning. Also, detailed examination of the importance of principles and practices of sustainability and smart growth in the design, creation and operation of modern transportation systems.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 217 - Tourism: Geography and Planning 3 s.h.
This course examines the global patterns (spatial characteristics) of tourism and the significance of planning in popular tourist regions. Topics include the nature, history, growth, and impacts of different types of tourism and tourists. Emphasis will be placed on contemporary tourism trends such as ecotourism, heritage tourism, urban tourism, coastal tourism and gambling tourism. The problems and prospects for tourism will be examined through a consideration of a variety of countries and regions, both developed and developing. Global case studies will be used to further explain the types, consequences, and issues of tourism. Students will be exposed to the significant contribution which geographers have made to the field of tourism studies. Offered irregularly.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 225 - Population Geography and the Environment 3 s.h.
Population Geography and the Environment is concerned with planning for the survival and sustainability of our global population AND the well-being of our Earth’s environs. This course is designed around three parts: (1) a historical understanding of how we have reached 7 billion people on this planet (and some historical “hiccups” along the way that temporarily set population back), (2) a look at the major threats and concerns that face our population as well as those environments most affected by human settlement, and (3) what is being done technologically to help sustain all of us and Earth for now and the future. This course will include coverage of most of the following topics: super volcanoes, the early spread of humans, toilets & sanitation, what people eat, asteroids & mass extinctions, nuclear weapons & nuclear power plants, skyscrapers, AIDS, garbage, tornadoes, birth control, endangered species, and future cars. Offered Fall and Spring.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 227 - Sustainable Urban Planning 3 s.h.
A survey of urban spatial planning emphasizing land use, zoning and subdivision controls, transportation, housing and development programs, and design. Examination of programs to both stimulate and control growth of development. Analysis of theories and practice of urban planning. Examination of new approaches to city planning based upon principles of sustainability and smart growth.
LA
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 228 - Regional and Land Use Planning 3 s.h.
Regional planning with respect to land use planning, coastal zone management, open space and economic development planning, and the planning of new towns. Theories of regional development planning. Policies and programs to control patterns of regional development relative to national, state, and local planning.
LA
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 or ENVS 110 .
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GEOG 230 - Geography of Culture and Environment 3 s.h.
This is a course that encourages students to more actively engage in the lifelong endeavor of exploring, analyzing, and evaluating the human and cultural landscapes of this world. There are great changes taking place on the face of the earth as human population expands and as our changing behaviors and technologies revolutionize our relationship with our surroundings. This course focuses on understanding the impact of culture and human societies on the natural world and the creation of human landscapes that reflect our needs, beliefs, and values. Course topics include the spatial dimensions of religion and language, settlement patterns, and changes associated with the agricultural and industrial revolutions. Offered Fall and Spring.
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SS3
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 231 - Religion, Spirit, and Environment 3 s.h.
This course examines the many relationships between religion, spirit, and environment. Topics include religious realms and regions, the historical evolution of religious landscapes, the impact of religion on environmental attitudes and practices, and pilgrimage. The course will explore sacred space as it is interpreted in Hindu, Buddhist, Shinto, Taoist, Islamic, Christian, and various indigenous religious traditions.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 232 - Coastal Zone Management 3 s.h.
This course is an examination of the coastal zone from an environmental perspective. The interactions between physical processes and human actions will be investigated. The course will cover the problems and possible solutions of managing coastal resources. Geographic factors will be examined such as: human population and settlement, resource utilization, coastal policy and planning, environmental management, and the conflict between natural processes and human use. Students will learn how to interpret the cultural landscape of coastal environments. Emphasis will be on North America, but global examples will also be included.
LA
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 233 - Geography of Urban Environments 3 s.h.
Examines the spatial structure, urban character, and dynamics of urban spaces. Concerned with the interrelationships and interactions between humans and the urban environment. Designed to help students to understand better the urban milieu in which they reside. Sheds light on issues and problems facing contemporary urban society such as those related to environmental resource management, urban sprawl, transportation, neighborhood dynamics and housing, urban planning, diversity of populations and changing demographics, and disaster management. There is an emphasis on North America urban areas, although global scales and cities are addressed. Writing intensive course - writing skills are taught.
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SS3
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 234 - Global Perspectives in Gender and Nature 3 s.h.
This course examines the role of gender in nature - society relations and more specifically in societal understanding and interaction with nature. The course draws from diverse theoretical frameworks such as feminist political ecology to interrogate historical and contemporary spatial dimensions of issues such as distribution, access, and management of natural resources as well as the disproportionate vulnerability to environmental change along gender lines. By drawing on case studies from around the world, this course will also discuss the diverse ways in which women are involved in environmental and social justice movements and the implications of such involvement for environmental sustainability. Examples of case studies that will form the basis of class discussions include the Greenbelt Movement in Kenya and the Chipko Movement in India. Offered irregularly.
LA
Cross-listed as: WMST 234 .
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 236 - Environmental Planning 3 s.h.
Principles and practices of environmental planning are examined, particularly in rural and suburban areas. Attention is focused on farmland preservation, clustering, design standards, greenways, and open space preservation. Offered Fall only.
LA
Prerequisite(s): GEOG 201 or ENVS 110 or SoS.
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GEOG 237 - Environmental Impact Analysis 3 s.h.
This course introduces students to the broad range of environmental impacts that can result from poorly or improperly planned developments. Students will learn about the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and in NYS, the State Environmental quality Review Act (SEQRA). Students will learn about the environmental resources needed in environmental impact analysis, how to evaluate these resources and possible detriment to such in the face of proposed project/developments and how to write and critique environmental assessment forms and environmental impact statements. Offered Spring only.
LA
Prerequisite(s): GEOG 100 or SoS.
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GEOG 238 - Sustainable Development 3 s.h.
An internationally focused course that explores the processes which generate and perpetuate underdevelopment. While all people, regardless of characteristics or circumstances, have a right to enjoy a free, happy, and healthy life in a safe environment, the world is divided into the “haves” and “have-not.” Students will examine the environmental, economic, and social dimensions of sustainable development in developing countries by focusing on changing patterns of global consumption, production, and distribution of resources. The course investigates and evaluates development theory and proposes measures and strategies to achieve sustainable development in a globalized world. This is a unique opportunity for students to become involved in the pursuit of global connectedness, cross-cultural understanding, worldwide higher living standards, improved health, poverty abatement, and environmental activism.
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SS3
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 239 - Digital Earth 3 s.h.
This course is designed to introduce students to the multiple tools and resources used to model, map, and visualize our world and the distribution of both physical and human phenomena. Students will be introduced to certain popular geospatial technologies like geographic information systems (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS), and remote sensing (RS). Additionally, students will learn about the social dimensions of these technologies, including questions of privacy, data accuracy, surveillance, spatial analysis. Offered once every other year.
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 240 - Cartographic Principles 3 s.h.
An introduction to mapmaking. Lectures cover the history of cartography, cartographic theory, map type and design, data collection and analysis procedures, coordinate systems, projections, and map reading and interpretation. Laboratory exercises related to the above topics will be undertaken.
LA
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 241 - Geographic Information Systems: Principles and Methods 3 s.h.
Examines the geographic and data processing methods associated with the use and development of geographic information systems (GIS). Topics include geographical data selection, analysis, and presentation using various spatial data processing hardware and software techniques. Students will learn how GIS applications can be used to study and resolve environmental problems. Students will also gain experience in using data for geographic spatial analysis. A “hands-on” approach to different GIS methods and uses comprises an essential part of the course. Offered irregularly.
Prerequisite(s): SoS.
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GEOG 244 - Environmental Applications of GIS 3 s.h.
This course is designed to teach advanced methods of using geographic information systems for the spatial analysis and geo-visualization of environmental issues. Course lectures/ discussions and laboratory exercises are designed to introduce students to the multiple ways in which GIS can be used to discover, asses, and resolve environmental problems encountered in various urban and rural settings. Students will gain critical skills in data acquisition, creation, as well as modeling. Students will learn current techniques and methods used to effectively address practical environmental problems concerning natural hazards, environmental justice, land use/land cover change, pollution, contaminant transport, wetlands, and more. Each student will learn the ways in which GIS is well suited to visualize and analyze environmental problems from the “local” scale to global scale issues such as climate change. Students will learn where to acquire data and will gain experience in developing research questions and appropriate methods to effectively perform a host of spatial analyses.
LA
Prerequisite(s): GEOG 100 , ENVS 101 , or ENVS 110 .
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GEOG 245 - Remote Sensing: Aerial Photo Interpretation 3 s.h.
An introduction to aerial photographs and related forms of remote sensing such as infrared and satellite imagery. Lectures cover the theory behind aerial photography and remote sensing, cameras and sensing systems, photogrammetric techniques, image enhancement and applications in geography, planning, environmental monitoring, and other fields.
LA
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 246 - Airborne Remote Sensing Systems 3 s.h.
This course introduces the principles, equipment, and techniques used to obtain and interpret aerial photography. The course examines the use of aerial photography in scientific research and its application to geographic, environmental and planning problems at the local and regional levels. Students will plan and fly an airborne mission to acquire imagery using modern equipment such as UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, AKA “drones”). Photogrammetric techniques will be used to interpret the photography and study local problems. The class emphasizes the need for being able to think in a spatial context for a variety of environmental applications.
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 248 - Remote Sensing of Environments 3 s.h.
Course examines the methods for analyzing environmental data from earth-oriented satellites. Applications in such diverse areas as agriculture, land use, urban and rural planning, geology, and resource management are examined. A “hands-on” approach using satellite data composes a significant part of the course. Offered Spring only.
LA
Prerequisite(s): SoS and 3 s.h. of GEOG or ENVS coursework. (GEOG 245 or GEOG 246 recommended)
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GEOG 250 - Historical Geography of the United States 3.s.h.
An exploration of the impact which change has on the physical and human environments and the various ways in which geographers attempt to assess the nature of this impact. Discussion will employ a cross-cultural framework and focus upon themes such as urbanization, domestication, frontiers and population movements. Offered Fall only.
LA
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 251 - Food, Society and the Environment 3 s.h.
Food is a critical aspect of human existence and its production and distribution lies at the core of the interaction between society and the environment. This course adopts a critical approach to examining the current issues and debates pertaining to the production, processing and marketing of food as well as the local and global political economy of access to food. A central theme in these discussions will be the challenge of environmental sustainability in the food production and distribution system, while drawing examples from the local, national and global levels. The course will examine the political economy of the global food system as well as the local and national food justice issues that include production, access and consumption.
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SUSF
Cross-listed as: ENVS 251 and SOC 251 .
Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101 , ENVS 110 , GEOG 100 , or SOC 101 .
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GEOG 260 - Geography of the United States and Canada 3 s.h.
An exploration of the various regions of the United States and Canada with emphasis on the interrelationship of the human and natural resources, and the development of land use and settlement patterns. Special emphasis on planning problems such as urbanization, population, and environmental impact. Provides students with an understanding of the historical development and settlement of the American landscape. Practice in writing analytical reports centered on maps displaying current and and historical patterns is emphasized.
LA
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SS3
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 262 - Geography of New York State and the Northeast 3 s.h.
The patterns of land forms, soils, climate, and natural resources. Industrial development. Population distribution. Problems of urbanization. Studies of selected areas. Field trip.
LA
Prerequisite(s): SoS.
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GEOG 264 - Environmental Inequalities 3 s.h.
This course will examine the range of issues that link social inequality to geographically situated environmental injustices. Differential exposures lead to uneven health and quality-of-life outcomes along racial, ethnic, and social class lines. Offered annually.
ENVS 264 and SOC 264 .
Prerequisite(s): 3 s.h. of ENVS, GEOG, SOC, or CRJ.
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GEOG 268 - United States Environmental History 3 s.h.
Study of the history of environmental perception in the United States, from 15th - 21st centuries. Topics include settlement patterns, land management policies, environmental degradation and disasters, and the environmental movement. Concepts include nationalism, expansionism, romanticism, conservation, “wilderness,” the “Land Ethic,” environmental justice, ecotourism, ecosystem services, and sustainability. Special emphasis on Adirondack Park.
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Cross-listed as: ENVS 268 .
Prerequisite(s): GEOG 100 or ENVS 101 or ENVS 110 or SoS.
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GEOG 270 - Geography of Europe 3 s.h.
A regional survey of the cultural, economic, and physical geography of Europe. Particular attention will be given to the geography of languages, religions, cities, political systems and economic development. Special focus also upon the European Union, the NATO Alliance, the Nordic Council and other important institutions.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 274 - Geography of Asia 3 s.h.
This course deals with the physical setting, the cultural patterns, and the changing political and economic geography of Asia (excluding Russia). Various problems and potentials will be examined in an attempt toward a more basic understanding of the processes of change that are radically transforming the Asian scene. Practice in writing analytical reports on various geographic patterns within the region is stressed.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 277 - Geography of Southeast Asia 3 s.h.
An examination of the distinctive features of the Southeast Asian environment and the socio-economic structure of the nations of the region. Special emphasis on the issues of critical concern to the contemporary economics of the region, such as population problems, land reform, ethnic pluralism, resource utilization, and modernization.
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OW3
Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 279 - Geography of China, Japan, and Korea 3 s.h.
This course deals with the human and physical geography of China, Taiwan, Japan, and North and South Korea. Special attention is paid to environmental issues, problems of sustainable development, and cultural pluralism. Emphasis is also put on the historical development of cultural landscapes and ways in which these countries are assuming increasingly important roles in the global community. Practice in writing analytical reports on various geographic patterns within the region is stressed.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS or GEOG 100 .
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GEOG 294 - Special Topics in Geography 1 s.h. - 6 s.h.
This course permits a group of students the opportunity to study, in depth, an area in geography not covered by regular course offerings, or to explore new topics. Topics and instructors will be announced prior to preregistration.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS and 3 s.h. GEOG and/or related courses.
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GEOG 299 - Independent Study in Geography 1 s.h. - 6 s.h.
Readings in specialized topics in geography under regular staff supervision.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS, appropriate 200-level GEOG course and permission of instructor.
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GEOG 303 - Soil Genesis, Terrain Analysis, and Sustainable Practices 3 s.h.
A overview of the genesis, function and sustainable practices of soils. The course will analyze the physical, biological, and chemical properties of soils as they are influenced by slope, morphology, and hydrology of the surrounding terrain. It will stress the impact of human activities on the landscape and issues of soil degradation. Students will evaluate the composition and physical properties of local soils. Field trips will be incorporated to help students gain an appreciation of how soils are influenced by, and also influence, the landscape in which they exist.
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Prerequisite(s): ENVS 101 or ENVS 110 , or GEOG 201 .
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GEOG 304 - Biogeography of a Diverse Planet 3 s.h.
Biography is the study of the distribution patterns and relationships of plants and animals and their environment. The field of biogeography borrows and extends principles from physical geography, ecology, biology, climatology, and geology. There are many millions of species on Earth, and each of these species occupies a specific habitat or home in which it can live and reproduce. All organisms live within an ecological optimum. With the possible exception of humans, no species is globally distributed. Each species’ distribution is controlled by a unique set of factors, including temporal, biological, geomorphic, edaphic, climatic, and evolutionary processes. Today natural species patterning is radically altered by human activities: thus, the role of humans on the ecology and distribution of plants and animals will be a fundamental theme examined by the course. Specifically, the course will cover: why biogeography is important; patterns and controls of species distribution (both biological and physical); natural and human disturbances; biodiversity; biomes and species adaptation; island biogeography (with examples from the Galapagos Islands); and, three hands-on application studies on the northeastern forest biome, northern wetland ranges and delineation, and tornado disturbance and community succession in northern forests.
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Prerequisite(s): JrS, and 6 s.h. of GEOG. (GEOG 201 recommended)
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GEOG 305 - Geography and Planning of Water Resources 3 s.h.
An analysis of the geographic distribution and redistribution of water resources, with an emphasis on the roles of planning, policy, and water law. Case studies (including the Colorado River and New York City water supply) illustrate the interplay between policy and science in water planning. Field trips. Offered alternate fall semesters.
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Prerequisite(s): JrS, GEOG 100 and another 3 s.h. GEOG course.
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GEOG 341 - Geographic Information Systems: Advanced Methods 3 s.h.
The study of various automated cartographic systems as they relate to geographic information systems and how they are used in geography, urban and environmental planning, and other related fields. Students will be introduced to various computer hardware and software located in the computer mapping lab.
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Prerequisite(s): GEOG 241 or GEOG 244 .
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GEOG 384A - Disaster Geography Field Component 1 s.h.
The service-learning field course entails a cultural immersion experience in a disaster-recovery zone, typically an urban area such as New Orleans. Students will learn about disaster geographies (cultural complexities, role of physical landscapes, and environmental issues) surrounding the disaster event. Social justice issues and environmental problems will be stressed. The course meetings consists of a week-long immersion field trip to the site. Offered annually, typically in the Spring semester.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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GEOG 384B - Disaster Geography 2 s.h.
Students will learn about disaster geographies (cultural complexities, role of physical landscapes, and environmental issues) surrounding the disaster event. Social justice issues and environmental problems will be stressed. Offered annually, typically in the Spring semester.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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GEOG 385 - Water and the Environment of Guatemala 3 s.h.
This international field course prepares students to find solutions to contemporary water resources problems and environmental issues in the developing world. Water and the Environment of Guatemala largely focuses on the water resources of Lake Atitlan and its watershed. Students will take water samples and analyze water quality data from Lake Atitlan and the surrounding drainage basin. Based on observations, interactions with local residents, and data collection, students will identify sustainable solutions to local water resources problems. Students will also be exposed to Guatemala’s natural systems, from volcanoes and climate, to soils and biomes. This is an experiential course and active participation is required for successful completion. Permission of the instructor is required. Students must have a valid passport. Enrollment is limited and students must apply to participate during the preceding Fall semester. There is a special course cost associated with this class. This course will be offered during the Summer Semester.
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Cross-Listed as: ENVS 385 and GEOL 385 .
Prerequisite(s): JrS and permission of instructor.
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GEOG 394 - Special Topics in Geography 1 s.h. - 6 s.h.
This course permits a group of students the opportunity to study, in depth, an advanced area of geography not covered by regular course offerings, or to explore new topics. Topics and instructors will be announced prior to preregistration.
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Prerequisite(s): JrS and 6 s.h. upper-level GEOG and/or related courses.
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GEOG 395 - Teaching Assistantship in Geography 1 s.h. - 3 s.h.
This course provides a college level teaching experience for students who are exceptionally qualified to undertake appropriate responsibilities and demands including such activities as tutoring, assisting in course preparation, participation in classroom presentations, and/or assisting in laboratory exercises. Students must be recommended by a departmental faculty member and have completed the appropriate coursework required for the particular assistantship. The precise responsibilities, amount of credit, and grading criteria will be agreed to and outlined in writing prior to the beginning of the course. A student may earn 1 to 3 s.h. of credit during a single assistantship depending upon specific responsibilities and demands.
Prerequisite(s): JrS or SrS; a minimum of 9 s.h. in geography including the course for which the student will be T.A.; a minimum 3.0 GPA in GEOG; permission of instructor and Department Chair.
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GEOG 397 - Geography Internship 1 s.h. - 15 s.h.
Internships in planning and other government agencies and in private businesses, consulting firms, and environmental associations are available to Geography students.
Prerequisite(s): JrS, 12 s.h. of GEOG courses and permission of instructor.
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GEOG 399 - Independent Study in Geography 1 s.h. - 6 s.h.
Directed work in specialized topics in geography under regular staff supervision.
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Prerequisite(s): JrS, appropriate GEOG courses and permission of instructor.
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GEOL 102 - Sustaining Water 3 s.h.
Sustaining Water explores the science of water, the elixir of life, and the importance of water in human society. Beginning with the unique properties of water, this course investigates the unique origin of liquid water on Earth, the movement of water above and below the land surface, and the role of water in shaping our landscape. We discuss the hazards posed to society through climate change, droughts, floods, water-born diseases, and wars fought over water supplies. Through lectures, readings, and class discussions, students will earn how to evaluate water issues using the scientific method, and how to sustainably develop water resources to meet the needs of current and future generations.
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GEOL 115 - Science of Natural Disasters 4 s.h.
Course provides an overview of natural disasters, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, tsunamis, mass movement, meteorite impact and severe weather (including hurricanes and longer term climate change). Students will learn about the geological and meteorological processes responsible for producing these disasters through the use of various national and international data sources, as well as local and national case studies. Laboratories will provide for experiences in the application of the scientific method. In addition, this course will demonstrate how science can influence personal, societal, and governmental decisions. No special costs or restrictions.
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NS3
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GEOL 120 - Introduction to Geology 4 s.h.
An examination of the materials that make up our home planet and the processes that shape Earth from within and without. These processes include the earthquakes, volcanoes, movement of Earth’s plates, mountain building, weathering and erosion, among others. Laboratories are frequently taught by graduate teaching assistants. Offered Fall and Spring.
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GEOL 150 - Introduction to Forensic Geology 4 s.h.
Geologic materials provide important evidence in many criminal cases. This course will introduce students to the nature of geologic evidence, scientific protocols for the collection and examination of this evidence and selected techniques for identification of geologic materials. Students will develop an understanding of the geologic processes and contexts which form various geologic materials. With a firm grounding in the scientific basis for the use of geologic materials as evidence, students will apply this knowledge in a variety of case studies and representative scenarios. The laboratory portion of the course emphasizes recognition of minerals, rocks, soils, microfossils and man-made materials of geologic origin. Analyses of case studies, laboratory and project reports emphasize scientific reasoning and enhancement of writing skills. Course will be offered fall semesters.
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NS3
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GEOL 182 - Water and the Blue Planet 4 s.h.
Water and the Blue Planet offers a holistic exploration of the science of water and its value to human society. Beginning with the unique properties of water that make it an essential ingredient for life, we investigate the movement of water above and below the Earth’s surface, the geologic formations that store water, the role of water in shaping landscapes, the hazards poised to society by drought and flood events, and the origin and effects of contemporary water shortages. Through hands-on lab activities, lectures, readings, and class discussions, students will learn how to evaluate water issues using the scientific method, how to protect and manage water resources to meet the needs of current and future generations, and how to communicate this knowledge to others. Offered Fall only.
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NS3
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GEOL 201 - Environmental Geology 3 s.h.
A study of the practical aspects of geology that relate natural processes to the human environment; topics include Environmental Impact Statements, soil properties, ground stability, erosion controls, seismic hazards, solid waste disposal, and surface runoff and flooding. Offered irregularly.
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Prerequisite(s): GEOL 120 or GEOL 115 or GEOL 150 or GEOL 182 .
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GEOL 220 - Earth History and the Fossil Record 4 s.h.
An overview of the history of physical, chemical and biologic changes that have taken place on Earth since its formation 4.6 billion years ago. A major emphasis in the course is on the tools and techniques that are used to read and interpret this history using fossils and physical features in the rock. Laboratory and field exercises illustrate events in Earth’s history and provide students with opportunities to engage in geologic inquiry. Writing in the discipline is emphasized through laboratory reports, field trip reports and research papers. The course requires multiple Saturday field trips to examine fossils and rocks for practical experience on interpreting Earth’s history. Offered Spring only.
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Prerequisite(s): GEOL 120 or GEOL 115 or GEOL 150 or GEOL 182 .
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GEOL 227 - Global Tectonics 3 s.h.
Course content focuses on studies of ancient and modern plate tectonic settings. Class discussions will stem from recent tectonic events. Students will read geological publications and will give at least three 15-minute oral presentations during the course of the semester on tectonic topics. Students will gain knowledge of global tectonic processes while developing their critical thinking and oral presentation skills. The class involves a day trip during a weekend. Assessment is based on class participation, presentations, assignments, and exams. Course will be offered spring semesters.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS, and ESCI 100 or GEOL 115 or GEOL 120 or GEOL 150 or GEOL 182 .
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GEOL 230 - Energy Resources and Environment 4 s.h.
This course provides an overview of the basic geologic, engineering, economic, and environmental factors controlling the availability and use of energy resources. Topics will include traditional energy resources (e.g. fossil fuels, uranium, and hydropower) and alternative energy resources (e.g. hydrogen fuel cells, wind, solar, geothermal, and tidal), as well as the mineral resources used to store, convert, and transport energy (e.g. batteries, engines, and electrical wiring). The course will emphasize the environmental consequences of the development and utilization of each resource, and the long-range sustainability of each resource.
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Cross-Listed as ENVS 230.
Prerequisite(s): GEOL 120 or GEOL 115 or GEOL 150 or GEOL 182 .
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GEOL 242 - Mineralogy 4 s.h.
The study of minerals, their physical and chemical properties, classification, origin, and geologic occurrence; basic principles of optical mineralogy, crystallography and crystal chemistry. Processes of formation on minerals and their assemblages in specific tectonic settings are emphasized. Mineral identification in hand specimen and in thin section is utilized in laboratory. Offered Spring only.
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Prerequisite(s): GEOL 120 , or GEOL 115 , or GEOL 150 or GEOL 182 and CHEM 111 .
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GEOL 250 - Planetary Geology 4 s.h.
This course will explore the origin, composition, evolution and geological diversity of Earth as a planet and make comparisons with other bodies that make up the universe, including other planets in the solar system, moons, comets, asteroids, and exoplanets. Processes associated with Earth’s celestial context such as lunar phases, eclipses, seasons, climatic variations, and tides will be examined as well. For pre-service teachers, this course addresses the Space Systems content from the New York State P-12 Science Learning Standards in addition to Disciplinary Core Ideas and Cross-Cutting Concepts related to History of Earth, and Earth Systems. A-E only. Offered summer and possibly fall semesters.
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Prerequisite(s): GEOL 115 or GEOL 120 .
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GEOL 275 - Mapping Techniques in Geosciences 4 s.h.
An examination of field and remote sensing techniques for gathering spatially distributed and oriented geologic data and common techniques for the preparation, analysis and presentation of these data. Brunton compasses, handheld GPS units and surveying tools will be utilized in collection of field data. Construction of GIS maps, using a variety of bases (e.g., topographic maps, aerial photos, satellite images, etc.) and geologic interpretation of mapped data will be a central focus of laboratory activities. Offered Fall only.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 105 and GEOL 115 or GEOL 120 or GEOL 150 or GEOL 182 .
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GEOL 282 - Introduction to Hydrogeology 4 s.h.
Investigation of the hydrologic cycle, with emphasis on the flow of surface water and ground water; geologic aspects of fluid flow and water supply; hydrologic problems, including pollution, water quality, economics, and water-law; includes independent laboratory work in open-channel and ground-water flow. A-E only Offered Spring only.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS; GEOL 115 or GEOL 120 or GEOL 150 or GEOL 182 .
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GEOL 299 - Independent Study in Geology 1 s.h. - 6 s.h.
Individual studies under faculty supervision. Admission by consent of department chair and instructor involved.
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Prerequisite(s): SoS and prior course(s) in GEOL.
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GEOL 314 - Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology 4 s.h.
The formation of Earth’s most common crustal rocks is explored from both descriptive and theoretical perspectives. Laboratory emphasizes recognition of rock textures and composition in hand samples and thin sections and the interpretation of processes of formation of these features. Physical and chemical processes of rock formation are a major focus of this course. Offered Spring only.
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Prerequisite(s): GEOL 242 .
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GEOL 321 - Paleontology 4 s.h.
Fossils are a fundamental component of the rock record and provide the only direct evidence of past life on Earth. Fossils can help solve many geologic and biologic problems of interest, such as the dating of events in the geologic record, interpretation of depositional environments, paleogeography, climate change, the nature of mass extinction, and the history of biodiversity, at a temporal perspective unavailable when studying modern systems. In this course students will learn how to address questions and solve problems related to these topics through lab and field activities involving hypothesis testing, oral presentations, and written reports. Field activities require multiple Saturday field trips to collect data for projects. Offered Spring only.
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Prerequisite(s): GEOL 360 .
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GEOL 330 - Structural Geology 4 s.h.
An introduction to common structural features-folds, faults, foliations, lineations, unconformities, geologic contacts - their geometry and origin. Examination of basic concepts of stress and strain; laboratory application of basic geometric techniques used in structural analysis, including orthographic and stereographic projection, construction of cross-sections, and interpretation of structure from geological maps. The class involves a 3-day field trip over a weekend and a 1-day field trip over a separate weekend. Cost of field trips is approximately $30 per student. A-E only Offered Spring only.
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Prerequisite(s): GEOL 275 ; and GEOL 314 or ESCI 215 .
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GEOL 331 - Introduction to Engineering Geology 3 s.h.
An introduction to the application of geological principles to geotechnical problems such as slope stability, behaviors of foundations in soil and rock, site selection and characterization for engineering works, and resource extraction. Offered irregularly.
Prerequisite(s): GEOL 220 and PHYS 103 or PHYS 203 .
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GEOL 333 - Field Study of the Rocky Mountain Region 3 s.h.
This course is an interdisciplinary study of the ecology and geology of the Rocky Mountains region that includes a 2-week summer field excursion. The course largely focuses on the natural environments of the southern Rocky Mountains and Colorado Plateau. Students will describe and synthesize information on animals, plants, rocks and fossils in the classroom. Students will then collect geological and ecological data in the field to investigate and interpret processes that have shaped the region. Active participation is required for successful completion of the course. Enrollment is limited and students must apply to participate. Field costs to be shared by students. This course is offered in the spring semester of odd years.
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Cross-listed as BIOL 333 .
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 180 and BIOL 181 or GEOL 120 and GEOL 220 .
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GEOL 338 - Coastal Geology in Northeastern North America 3 s.h.
A study of the major geological and ecological processes that have created various coastal environments. How these processes are affected by natural and human forces to modify the environments. Expected length of course: about three weeks. Travel and camping costs are shared by students. Offered irregularly.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of 3 s.h. of college-level geology and permission of instructor.
Corequisite(s): BIOL 338.
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GEOL 343 - Field Geology of Plate Boundaries 3 s.h.
This course provides the opportunity for students to apply their in class theory to a field study experience. Students will record geologic observations in field notes and sketches; create maps and geologic cross sections; and present summaries of field investigations. Topic, site, and instructor may change upon each offering. Prior trips have visited the active plate margin in the western US, near Palm Springs in southern CA, and Death Valley National Park in eastern CA. The cost of the trip will vary based upon location. May be repeated for up to 9 s.h. Offered Spring only.
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Prerequisite(s): GEOL 242 or ESCI 215 .
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GEOL 350 - Data Analysis in Geosciences 4 s.h.
Explore how geoscientists interpret and evaluate data sets with emphasis on data analysis techniques like ANOVA, regression, PCAs, and sequence analysis using R, a statistical environment. Practice applying techniques to real data sets in geology, meteorology, and climatology. Gain experience on how to communicate scientific results in written and/or oral formats. Offered every other spring.
LA
Prerequisite(s): SoS; GEOL 220 or METR 212 .
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GEOL 351 - Paleoclimatology 3 s.h.
Discovery of the climate system through an exploration of the major climatic events in Earth’s geological past with attention on the feedbacks among the land, atmosphere, and ocean. Evaluate the paleoclimate proxies, like ice cores and planktonic marine organisms, used to reconstruct Earth’s past climates. Gain experience synthesizing the primary literature on paleoclimatology. Offered every other fall.
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Prerequisite(s): METR 212 or GEOL 220 .
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GEOL 360 - Sedimentary Geology 4 s.h.
Principles of sedimentary geology, including stratigraphy and sedimentology. Identification, classification, and correlation of rock units. Also includes use of fossils in interpretation, geophysical methods of correlation, the concept of facies, basin analysis, interpretation of depositional environments and history. Offered Fall only.
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Prerequisite(s): GEOL 220 .
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GEOL 364 - Quaternary Carbonate Geology 3 s.h.
Course will explore modern environments in which carbonate sediments are deposited (e.g. Florida Keys, Bahamas, etc.) including the physical, chemical, and biogenic processes that operate in these environments. Nearly modern rocks that formed in similar settings will be examined and students will reconstruct processes and environments of deposition by comparison to modern analogs. The field experience will focus on observation and the recording of detailed field notes. Students will also engage in research projects related to the field experience. This course includes a multi-day field trip (ranging from 5-10 days depending on destination) with equal emphasis on modern sedimentary processes, sediments and environments and ancient rock equivalents. The cost of the trip will very based upon location. Offered irregularly.
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Prerequisite(s): GEOL 220 or ESCI 215 ; permission of instructor.
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