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GPH 253 World Cities 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course provides an introduction to the form and function of cities in regions of the world. The role of culture, technological change, economic activities, physical geography and political and religious organizations in influencing form, function and architecture will be studied. Environmental impacts, ties to rural areas, globalization and the role of tourism in representative cities will be reviewed. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR160.
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GPH 261 Introduction to Travel and Tourism 3 Credit(s) DIII CS
This course provides an overview of the field of travel and tourism with an examination of the geographic, economic and cultural importance of travel and tourism. Topics will include reasons for travel, destination selections, travel modes, tourism development, and the role of the geographer. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR261.
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GPH 264 Recreation Geography 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course analyzes recreation user patterns and the form, function, distribution and impact of recreation facilities. Topics include outdoor recreation, leisure communities, and spectator sports. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR211.
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GPH 282P Global Environmental Issues 3 Credit(s) DII SR
An introduction to the physical and human dimensions of global environmental change. The course will examine global elemental cycles and their interactions within the physical environment. In addition, human-driving forces will be analyzed such as land-use change and industrialization. Course will review use of remote sensing and GIS technologies for analysis of global and regional change. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR262P. Prerequisite: Completion of lab science sequence or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GPH 285P Oceanography 3 Credit(s) DII SR
This course describes and analyzes the morphology of ocean basins and their geological origins. The physical and chemical characteristics of seawater, the dynamics of oceanic circulation, and the role of the marine environment as a human resource are discussed. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR252P.
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GPH 287P Climatology 3 Credit(s) DII
This course studies the nature and distribution of world climatic regions. Local and regional variations in general patterns are analyzed by means of selected data. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR351P. Prerequisite: GGR100P or GPH 100P or GGR101P or GPH 101P or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GPH 301 Introduction to Quantitative Geography 3 Credit(s) DII Q QR
This course provides an introduction to probability, statistics and spatial data techniques used in geographic research and in analysis of data in geographic information systems. The course includes: the meaning and significance of numerical data, the analysis of central tendency and variance, sampling, data distributions, point and area spatial measurement and models, inferential statistics, correlation and regression. Three lecture hours per week. This course is a prerequisite for GPH 302.
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GPH 302 Geographic Research 3 Credit(s) W W-III
This course prepares students for advanced research and departmental course work by examining the breadth of geography as an academic discipline, by understanding fundamental research techniques, by mastering basic computer skills and by developing and completing an original research project. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR205. Prerequisite: GPH 301 or GGR206.
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GPH 313 Political Geography 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course is a study of the structure and organization of political areas at different levels and the impact of selected geographic phenomena on their development and interaction. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR313.
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GPH 314 Population Geography 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course covers the regional and national variations in population size, structure, and growth and the consequences for social and economic development. Case studies in the dynamics of migration and government population policies. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR315.
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GPH 315 Economic Geography 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course provides an examination of economic activities on the earth’s surface. Basic location theory precedes a discussion of selected activities in the primary, secondary, and tertiary sectors of the economy. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR270.
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GPH 315 Economic Geography 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course provides an examination of economic activities on the earth’s surface. Basic location theory precedes a discussion of selected activities in the primary, secondary, and tertiary sectors of the economy. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR270.
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GPH 316 Urban Geography 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course covers cities from a geographic point of view: urban patterns, functions, and problems. In addition, the course looks at the origin, growth, and social and economic structure of selected cities. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR271.
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GPH 317 Transportation Geography 3 Credit(s) DIII W W-II
This course is designed to provide a general overview of the field of transportation geography. Transportation is a very geographic phenomenon and also a crucial component for all aspects of society today and in the past. In this course, transportation geography from a historical, urban, facility, international, intermodal, and sustainable perspective are all examined. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: W-I course or equivalent.
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GPH 319 Marketing Geography 3 Credit(s) DIII
This coure analyzes site selection analysis, retailing, wholesaling and manufacturing geography. Emphasis on trade-area regions and patterns. Three lecture hours per week. Fieldwork projects required. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR 337 .
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GPH 340 Geographic Information Systems 3 Credit(s) DIII Q
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are powerful forms of spatial information processing. Incorporating analytic geographic techniques to capture, maintain, analyze, and display data, GIS generate unique spatial information widely used by both the public and private sectors. Specifically, this course details the analytical and technical development and the applied uses of GIS for business, environmental, and social applications. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR320.
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GPH 343 Air Photo Interpretation 3 Credit(s)
This course details the analytic use of various forms of aerial photography including manual interpretation, elementary photogrammetric techniques, mission design and planning, as well as integration and preparation of derived aerial photographic data for geographic systems analysis. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR342.
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GPH 344 Remote Sensing: Studying the Earth from Space 3 Credit(s) DII SR
This course explores how scientists study the Earth from space using satellite data. The course covers the fundamental concepts of remote sensing from the physics of light energy and the mechanics of satellite imaging to the visual and digital analysis of satellite imagery for problem solving. The course uses a combination of lecture and computer applications. This course will provide students with the conceptual foundations and the technical skills to apply remote sensing for problem solving in earth science and environmental issues. Satisfies the Scientific Reasoning (non-laboratory) for the General Education core. The course has no prerequisites, but it is not advised as a course for freshmen. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR343.
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GPH 345 Geotechniques in Information Technology 3 Credit(s)
This course examines the uses of automated techniques in Geography and Information Technology to disseminate, present and communicate geographic research and information. It will introduce students to the digital data and technological tools that geographers frequently use. These include: GIS techniques, remote sensing, global positioning systems, data mining and automated output devices, including the World Wide Web, listservs and computer assisted presentation and storage software. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR380.
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GPH 346 GIS in Business and Community Development 3 Credit(s) DII Q
Geographic information is increasingly relevant and often critical to businesses, organizations, governments and communities. A geographic information system (GIS) forms the basis for accessing geographic information, mapping, analysis, and decision making. This course emphasizes and ties together the key topics of GIS as they are used in business settings and community development.
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GPH 347 GIS Applications: Special Topics 3 Credit(s)
This course will involve a detailed examination of an application of GIS. The examination will include a review of the background literature on the subject of the application, a study of the geospatial technology involved in the application, and an analysis on how the two are interrelated. This is a special topics class that may be taken twice as long as the topics are different.
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GPH 355 Reading the Cultural Landscape 3 Credit(s) DIII
The cultural landscape reveals the intricate tapestry of human habitation and forms a primary document for geographic research. Using several techniques, students examine the cultural organization of the landscape. By understanding the landscape, students will have greater insights into economic activity, technological levels, the built environment, and cultural values. Students will undertake a series of projects to explore the world around them. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR280.
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GPH 356 New England Folklore & Regionality 3 Credit(s) DIII
The folklore of New England is a mirror of the region’s places, people, and culture. A rich legacy exists in the material cultural, stories, songs, and customs that continue to shape regional society, landscape, and identity. This course explores folkloric aspects of selected communities to better understand their cultural diversity and, at the same time, to appreciate their underlying human similarities. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR230.
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GPH 360 Globalization: Geographies of Global Changes 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course provides an introduction to the geographies of globalization. Four geographical dimensions of globalization will be studied: economic geographies, geopolitics, socio-cultural geographies and the impact of globalization on the biophysical environment. The goal in this course is to help students become familiar with the debates surrounding globalization, the geographical changes and consequences that are associated with the term and the theoretical constructs that have been employed to explain the geographies of globalization. Case studies from around the world will be used to develop an appreciation of global geographical changes. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR245.
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GPH 362 Comprehensive Travel Planning 3 Credit(s)
In this course students will learn proper procedures for packaging worldwide independent and group travel. International travel regulations and prepackaged tours are examined. Emphasis is on long arrangements. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR362.
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GPH 364 Special Events and Festivals 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course offers an introduction to the researching, planning, coordinating, marketing, management and evaluation of special events and festivals. This course content will explore the theories and practices relevant to successful event planning for host community residents and tourists.
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GPH 365 Tourism Planning and Development 3 Credit(s)
This course is intended to provide a framework for planning tourism development. Tourism resources and attractions are analyzed and economic and developmental impacts, both actual and potential, are ascertained. All aspects of tourism are examined with the development of a master plan. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR364.
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GPH 373 Land Use Planning and Analysis 3 Credit(s)
This course introduces the process of land use planning as it occurs in the United States. The history of American urbanization is examined especially as it relates to the development of the American planning system. Individual topics such as zoning, infrastructure planning, growth management economic development planning and environmental protection are all analyzed in this course. Three lecture hours per week. Group field trips may be substituted for some lectures. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR370.
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GPH 375 Food, Drink and the Environment 3 Credit(s) DIII CS
This course examines the geography of the global agro-food system. Students will learn about the economic, environmental and political factors shaping contemporary global and regional patterns of food production. The course explores the corporate consolidation of food production, processing, transport, marketing and retailing and the profound environmental, social and economic consequences of the global food system. The course also examines efforts to make the agro-food system more environmentally sustainable and socially just. We look at alternatives such as the local food movement, organic agriculture, slow food, community supported agriculture, farmers markets and other emerging agro-ecological models. The goal of the course is to provide a critical understanding of the global agro-food system and to explore debates over various alternatives and their viability. Three lecture hours per week. Environment Sustainability Concentration requirement, elective for others.
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GPH 376P Conservation of Natural Resources 3 Credit(s) DII
This course emphasizes the complexities of managing renewable and non-renewable resources at various geographic scales, local to global. Scientific and social concepts pertaining to resource assessment and use are presented, as are conservation policies, programs, and practices. Problems associated with resource-user conflicts are also discussed. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR250P.
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GPH 377 Environmental Impact Assessment 3 Credit(s) DII
This course is designed to introduce students to the applied field of environmental impact assessment (or EIA). A comprehensive framework for evaluating environmental impacts is presented. Requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act for preparing and writing environmental impact statements will be covered with materials from actual EIS’s. Other environmental regulations to be covered include the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, the Endangered Species Act, and the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act. The course provides students with a working knowledge of the EIA process. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR352.
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GPH 379 Environmental Justice 3 Credit(s) DIII V SR W-II
This course explores the issue of Environmental Justice in both domestic and international settings. The purpose of this course is to help students appreciate how environmental and social differences intertwine, to look critically at how environmental and social issues are framed, to understand how policy and institutional decisions and structures may create or exacerbate environmental conditions that affect historically marginalized and more vulnerable populations, and to attend to the experiences of marginalized communities and seek out solutions that benefit everyone, especially communities that are less powerful and often overburdened. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR357. Prerequisite: W-I course.
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GPH 383P Biogeography 3 Credit(s) DII
This course serves as an introduction to the basic facts and concepts of biogeography. It will review the biogeographical and other enviromental controls which help to explain distribution of plants and animals. It will bring together specialized subdisciplines and information of both plants and animals in order to explain patterns of geographic distributions of organisms in terms of the historical and contemporary environmental processes that have caused them. Finally, the course will review in detail the distributions of contemporary plant and animal groups with a special focus on North America. Computer analysis will be used to explore these concepts. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR332P Prerequisite: One introductory natural science course or permission of the Department Chairperson.
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GPH 385P Soils and the Environment 3 Credit(s) DII
This course examines the fundamental principles of soil science and soils geography, including the origin, nature, and composition of soils; their physical, biological and chemical properties; and the geographical considerations of formation, soils distribution, and soil management. Planning, development, and environmental issues will be examined. Occasional local field trips are required. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR354P. Prerequisite: Completion of a lab science sequence or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GPH 386P Meteorology 3 Credit(s) DII
This course analyzes the atmosphere, weather elements, air masses, fronts, and storms. It introduces the principles of weather forecasting and special problems of micrometeorology. Laboratory practice in the instrumentation and data analysis procedures of meteorological observation including the use of synoptic maps and upper air charts is provided. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR350P.
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GPH 387P Severe and Unusual Weather 3 Credit(s) DII
This course examines the types, causes, formation and life cycle, frequencies, locations, and environmental impacts of severe and unusual weather. Students will have the opportunity to become certified as official National Weather Service/SKYWARN severe weather spotters. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR247.
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GPH 400 Directed Study in Geography 1-6 Credit(s)
This course is an independent study of a selected topic in systematic or regional geography with emphasis on intensive research and analysis. Subject to the approval of the study advisor and the Department Chairperson.
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GPH 401 Co-operative Education 3 Credit(s)
Not open to students who have received credit for GGR399.
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GPH 402 Study-Travel Seminar 3-6 Credit(s)
This is an orientation course concerning selected geographic problems of a specific region followed by intensive field study in the area concerned. Focus will be on regions in the United States and selected foreign areas. Course repeatable with permission of the Department Chairperson.
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GPH 410 Internship in Geography 3-12 Credit(s)
This is an internship under the auspices of various public and private organizations involved in areas directly related to the student’s academic interest in Geography or Cartography. Number of credit hours will vary with commitment. To register, students must meet departmental requirements and have Department Chairperson’s approval on credit hours before registration.
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GPH 442 Programming for GIS 3 Credit(s)
As Geographic Information Systems (GIS) become more common, they are increasingly being combined with programming and scripting languages to facilitate repetitive tasks and more complex geoprocessing approaches. The goal of this class is to provide an introduction to the Python programming language, and to be able to apply that skill to geoprocessing tasks. In addition, this class will develop the ability to apply those software and geoprocessing skills to real world situations. Prerequisite: GPH 140 or GPH 340 .
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GPH 444 Digital Image Processing of Remotely Sensed Data 3 Credit(s)
This course provides an investigation of the fundamentals of digital image processing as applied to remotely sensed data. This course includes study of the physics of light and the hardware systems used to record specific wavelengths of the electromagnetic spectrum. Laboratory and fieldwork are related to the digital analysis of LANDSAT and other imagery in a sequence of analytic processes common to problem solving. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to student who have received credit for GGR345.
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GPH 445 Quantitative Geography 3 Credit(s)
This course provides an introduction to geographic applications of selected descriptive and inferential statistical measures. Special attention will be given to problems of sampling, organization and analysis of areal data, as well as map data storage and retrieval. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR420.
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GPH 446 Advanced Geographic Information Systems 3 Credit(s)
This course prepares the student to administer and direct GIS technical and human resources. Students are exposed to GIS analysis and design by employing a structured method approach. Further, the student is shown how to identify, track and correct systems errors throughout the GIS implementation process. Students gain experience by developing and administering a prototype GIS. Three lecture hours per week with three additional hours per week in the Digital Geography Lab. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR421. Prerequisite: GPH 340 or GGR320.
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GPH 447 Advanced Computer Cartography 3 Credit(s)
This course explores the use of computer-assisted cartography in the development of contour (isarithmic) maps. Topics include continuous field data sampling, interpolation analysis, trend and residual surface development, kriging, calculated surfaces, and cartographic modeling. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR444. Prerequisite: GPH 140 or GGR150 or GPH 245 or GGR241 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GPH 462 Exploring Tourism Destinations 3 Credit(s)
This course examines the dimensions of tourism from a spatial and regional perspective. Students will explore the economic opportunities created in tourist destinations and regions, will examine the means through which firms and entrepreneurs exploit such opportunities or location-driven competitive advantages, and will investigate some of the external economic forces that influence the viability of tourism destinations. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR365.
Prerequisite: GPH315 or GGR270.
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GPH 463 International Perspectives in Tourism 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines the dynamics and structure of the global travel industry. Students will explore the forces shaping the present and future demand for travel, assess the strategies of travel suppliers and explore the changing role of travel agents, corporate travel firms, and travel industry entrepreneurs. Beyond an examination of the business of travel, students will also examine technological trends in transport and travel planning and will discuss the social and ecological impacts of the industry worldwide. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR363.
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GPH 473 Planning Policy & Decision Making 3 Credit(s) DIII
The emphasis of this course is the study of land use planning policy and its impact on land use development decision making. The course begins with the detailed analysis of a land use problem before then examining different types of policy that address the problem. Case studies are a predominant part of the course and real-world land use planning projects are often incorporated. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR265.
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GPH 476 Seminar in Geographic Concepts 3 Credit(s)
This course is an interactive seminar designed to carry out research and exchange ideas regarding the communication of geographic concepts, especially in regard to geographic education. The course will examine selected concepts, techniques, and methods in light of case studies to prepare and present oral presentations, written reports, and lesson plans. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GGR356.
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GPH 500 Research Topics in Geography 3 Credit(s)
Individual research topics in Geography are investigated under the supervision of Department faculty. Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Chairperson.
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GLS 100 Dynamic Earth 4 Credit(s) DII Q SR SRL
This course will help students to develop scientific literacy through exploration of a variety of topics in earth science such as climate and climate change, volcanoes, earthquakes, glaciers, oceans, plate tectonics, water resources, mineral resources, rocks and energy. Three lecture hours and one two-hour laboratory per week.
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GLS 101 Field Studies in Earth Science 4 Credit(s) DII Q SR SRL
This course focuses on basic earth processes and fundamental concepts in the geological sciences through exploration of our physical environment in New England. Weekly field trips and field exercises to investigate earth processes are scheduled during class and laboratory hours. These field experiences are a fundamental part of the course and will help students to visualize geology in the field and observe and interpret geologic processes. One weekend field trip is required. The course consists of three lecture hours and two laboratory hours.
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GLS 102 Evolving Earth 4 Credit(s) DII Q SR SRL
This course exposes students to scientific inquiry and develops scientific literacy through an exploration of Earth and its 4.6 billion year history. Topics covered include the origin and evolution of the planet as well as its climate, atmosphere, oceans, and life forms. Students will use modern scientific methods and analytical skills to interpret geologic samples, structures, data, and maps in the context of Earth history. A focus will be placed on the relevance of past Earth events in light of future environmental conditions. Three lecture hours and one two-hour laboratory per week.
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GLS 108 Geology in the Movies 3.0 Credit(s) SR
This course will introduce students to fundamental concepts and processes in geology including geologic hazards (such as earthquakes, volcanoes tsunamis, and sinkholes), environmental issues (such as climate change and groundwater use), and other geologic processes (such as plate tectonics, mass extinction, and origin of life). These topics will be discussed in order to evaluate the appropriateness and accuracy of geology portrayed in movies. Geologic issues that impact society will be explored in-depth. This course is 3 lecture hours per week and will include time outside of lecture to watch movie clips from the required movies.
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GLS 110 Geology of National Parks 3 Credit(s) DII Q SR
Students will explore the geologic processes responsible for creating the unique landscapes preserved in the National Parks System, and how protection of these lands benefits society. Three lecture hours per week.
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GLS 112 Human Geologic Fingerprint 3.0 Credit(s) SR
Earth’s environment is a dynamic system that responds to human behavior over short and long timescales. This course will expose students to scientific inquiry and develop scientific literacy examining the geologic record of human activities, and the environmental consequences of these activities over time spans ranging from decades to thousands of years. Topics will include humans’ influence on Earth’s climate system, local effects of contaminant input to the environment and human-driven habitat and land use change. Case studies will examine both global and local records of human-induced environmental change. Three lecture hours per week.
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GLS 115 Geology of the Solar System 3 Credit(s) DII Q SR
This course considers the origin and evolution of our solar system through methods of scientific inquiry and reasoning. The composition, surficial and internal geologic processes that shape and form the planets and satellites of our solar system are considered. Three lecture hours per week.
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GLS 120 Geology and the Environment 3 Credit(s) DII Q SR
This course exposes students to geological inquiry and methods of exploring the natural world. Students will apply the scientific method and analytical skills to understanding water resources and uses, contamination of surface and groundwater by development, mining and energy exploitation, as well as remediation of contaminated geologic environments. Three lecture hours per week. Intended for students not majoring in Geological Sciences.
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GLS 155 Age of Dinosaurs 3 Credit(s) DII SR
The Age of Dinosaurs will expose students to scientific inquiry focusing on current scientific theories and controversies surrounding the evolution and extinction of dinosaurs. The course will emphasize the analysis and interpretation of geological and paleontological data and information as a way of introducing students to earth system history, plate tectonics, surface geology, sedimentary processes, fossilization, evolution, and related topics so that the geological and evolutionary processes that have affected the dinosaurs can be explored.
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GLS 170H Honors Physical Geology w/Lab 4 Credit(s) DII SR SRL
How does the Earth work? Why are the Rocky Mountains in the western U.S.? Why is Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park? Could there be volcanoes on the east coast? Could there be tsunamis? The answers to those questions and more are answered in this course which takes a web-enhanced, project-oriented approach to the study of the Earth. Open only to Honors students or students with at least a GPA of 3.5, not open to students who have received credit for GLS100 . Three lecture hours and two hours of laboratory per week.
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GLS 171H Honors Evolving Earth 4 Credit(s) DII SR SRL
This course exposes students to scientific inquiry through an exploration of the fascinating and ever-changing evolution of Earth and its inhabitants. The scientific methods and analytical skills used to interpret the history of our planet will be practiced in class and lab through the use of interactive exercises and assignments that utilize geological resources such as real-world data, state of the art analytical equipment, and internet resources. Students will be given the opportunity for independent research of past geologic events, class presentations, and the chance to learn from one another. In laboratory, students will work with ancient rocks and fossils and geological maps to uncover the past. One weekend field trip required. Three lecture hours and two hours of laboratory per week. Open only to Honors students. Not open to students who have received credit for GLS 102 . Prerequisite: Honors Program.
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GLS 199 Special Topics in Earth Science 3 Credit(s)
This course is an intensive examination of specialized topics in Earth Science. The emphasis of the course will be interesting and current questions in Earth Science. The topic and instructor will be announced prior to registration. This course may be repeated once for credit. Three lecture hours per week.
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GLS 210 Geomorphology 4 Credit(s) DII Q W-II
This course is an experiential-based and writing intensive course that focuses on the role of structure, lithology and process in the evolution of landscapes. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week.
Prerequisite: GLS 100 or other introductory GLS class with lab or permission of Department Chairperson, Level-I Written Communications Course.
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GLS 212 Geological Oceanography 3 Credit(s) DII Q
Introduction to the geology and geophysics of the oceans emphasizing mechanisms and processes operating in the marine realm. A broad spectrum of marine geology subjects will be covered including the structure, geophysics, rocks, sediments, microfossils, stratigraphy, and history of the ocean basins and margins. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: or permission of the Department Chairperson.
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GLS 213 War and Geology 3 Credit(s) DII SR
This course will explore the importance of effects of geology on the course of human conflicts. From Marathon to Simon Bolivar’s epic campaigns in the Andes to the deserts and mountains of the Middle East, geology has played a critical role in the success or failure of military operations. Students will learn basic concepts of geology and terrain analysis and apply those concepts to the analysis of military operations on both tactical and strategic levels. This will be accomplished using case studies and examples of selected operations. A one day field trip is required. Three lecture hours per week.
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GLS 214 Beaches and Coasts 4 Credit(s) DII
This course is a study of beaches, coasts and the factors that govern their form and variability from tectonics to hydrographic regime. Additional foci will include beach dynamics, coastal hazards related to erosion, and the effect of human intervention along the coast. Three lecture hours and three hours of lab per week. Limited to 16 students. Prerequisite: GLS 102 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 221 Mineralogy 4 Credit(s) DII
Mineral properties and occurrences, hand specimen mineralogy and optical mineralogy of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic minerals as well as symmetry, crystallography and atomic structure of minerals are covered in a project-oriented experiential format. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Local field trips either during the school week or on the weekend. Prerequisite: GLS 100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 222 Gemology 3 Credit(s) DII
The properties, identification, origin, evaluation, and preparation of gem stones and gem materials. Three lecture hours per week. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite: GLS 100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 225 Estuaries and Pollution 3 Credit(s) DII
Estuaries are coastal water bodies that have important economic, ecologic, and aesthetic value; however, many are currently being adversely affected by pollution. This class is designed to introduce the dynamics of estuaries in order to understand the interactions between the geosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere in these coastal water bodies. These systems will be investigated with regard to current natural and human influences on New England’s estuaries. An optional field trip will be offered to expose students to environments discussed in class. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: GLS 100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 231 Earth System Cycles 3 Credit(s) DII Q
This course presents geochemical cycles of the major geochemical components of rocks, water, air and life as they occur naturally and as they are perturbed by humans. The course represents an integrated approach to global geochemistry and environmental problems. Topics covered include: the water cycle, the greenhouse effect, rain water, atmospheric chemistry, chemical weathering and water chemistry of rivers, lakes, marginal marine environments, estuaries, and the oceans. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: GLS100 or permission from the Department Chairperson.
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GLS 235 Forensic Geology 4 Credit(s) DII Q
This course is intended for both geology and non-geology majors. It provides a useful and practical approach to the forensic value of earth materials. Students will learn both from lecture and from experiential activities about the ideas, methods, applications and handling of earth materials for forensic purposes. Guest lecturers will add another dimension to class work. Two two-hour sessions of integrated lecture and related activities per week. Prerequisite: GLS 100 or GLS 135 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 237 Medical Geology 3 Credit(s) DII
Medical Geology addresses geological materials and processes that affect human health and the health of other animals. Topics covered include: Toxicology, exposure and risk assessment; arsenic, selenium and heavy metals; radon; fluoride; hydrocarbons; dusts and soils: saline environments; volcanic emissions; and waste disposal. Current examples and studies will be used to facilitate classroom discussion. Three lecture hours per week.
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GLS 240 Geodynamics 3 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the understanding of the thermal and mechanical aspects of lithospheric deformation and evolution. Course covers topics that influence geodynamic processes, including mantle convection; lithospheric heat transfer; plate boundaries, body forces, and the dynamics of Earth’s lithosphere; lithospheric rheology; and orogenesis. Three lecture hours per week.
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GLS 245 Lakes and Environmental Change 3 Credit(s) DII
This course will provide a background on natural lake processes so that students will be able to identify both natural and human-made perturbations to lake systems. The first part of the course will examine modern-day geologic, physical, chemical, and biologic processes in lakes. In the second part of the course, this knowledge will be applied to the sediment record to understand geologic records of past environmental and climate change. Case studies will be utilized, and a field trip may be required. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: GLS 100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 253 Geochemistry 3 Credit(s)
This course covers the origin of the elements and their geological significance. Processes affecting the evolution of the Earth’s crust and the distribution of the elements in rocks, sediments, soils and waters; geochemical cycles. Students produce computer-generated graphs in regularly assigned projects throughout the semester. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for GLS353. Prerequisite: or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 295 Climate Change in the Geologic Record 3 Credit(s) DII
This course examines how the geologic record is used to document and understand the history of the climate system. A multidisciplinary approach is used to explore the climate responses of Earth’s major systems (ice, water, air, vegetation, and land) as they developed through earth history. The course will emphasize the interconnection of data, theory, and theory testing within the context of a climate system changing across a broad range of time scales. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: GLS 100 or GPH 100P or permission of Department Chairperson; GLS 102 recommended.
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GLS 322 Petrology 4 Credit(s)
Basic concepts and principles related to the genesis and evolution of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks, their relation to plate tectonics and magmatic processes are studied through a combination of lectures and interspersed experiential activities. Activities include rock classification and identification using hand specimens, thin and polished sections, as well as interpretations of phase, discrimination and other types of descriptive diagrams in a project-oriented, experiential format. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Local required field trips during the school week or weekend. Prerequisite: GLS 221 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 328 Special Topics in Geology 3 Credit(s)
This course is an examination of specialized topics in Geology. The emphasis of the course will be current geologic questions or new avenues of geologic research using primary scientific literature. The topic and instructor will be announced prior to registration. This course may be repeated once for credit. Three lecture hours per week. Open only to majors in Geological Sciences, all concentrations.
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GLS 330 Paleontology 4 Credit(s)
Introduction to the fossil record. Emphasis is on the description and classification of fossils and use of paleontological data to understand the principles of paleoecology, evolution, and biostratigraphy. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Offered alternate years. Prerequisites: BIO101 or BIO103, GLS 102 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 334 Sedimentation and Stratigraphy 4 Credit(s)
Introduction to the properties of sediments, sedimentary rocks, sedimentary rock sequences, and the principles of stratigraphic correlation. Emphasis is on examining the dynamics of recent sedimentary environments to establish what sediments would look like in the stratigraphic record. In laboratory, students are introduced to techniques of sediment analysis and the classification and identification of sedimentary rocks. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Offered alternate years. Prerequisites: GLS 102 , GLS 210 , or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 337 Sedimentary Petrology and Petrography 4 Credit(s)
This course is intended to serve as an in-depth investigation into the genesis, classification and interpretation of sedimentary rocks. Students learn to analyze and collect data from both hand samples and thin sections, and to interpret that data for classification, provenance and tectonic setting. Theoretical information will enable them to understand the geological significance of sedimentary rock distribution. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: GLS 102 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 341 Structural Geology and Tectonics 4 Credit(s)
The study of the processes by which deformation of the earth occurs, and the interpretation of the structures produced by these processes-from submicroscopic to global scales. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week; occasional local and/or regional field trips (may be during the school week or weekends) may be required. Prerequisites: GLS 100 , MAT202N or equivalent, or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 343 Introduction to Geophysics 4 Credit(s)
This course is an introduction to seismology, earthquake mechanics, geomagnetism, gravity and terrestrial heat flow. All aspects of the course will be related to global plate tectonics. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week; occasional local field trips (may be during the school week or weekends) may be required. Prerequisite: GLS 102 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 345 Geological Engineering 3 Credit(s)
The application of Geology to the solution of civil engineering problems. Emphasis on recognition and measurement of rock, soil, and hydrologic parameters for use in site evaluation, design, analysis, and construction. Controlling factors and recognition of geologic hazard potential. Three lecture hours per week. Offered alternate years. Prerequisites: GLS 210 , GLS 341 , MAT202N or MAT210 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 349 Geoarcheology 3 Credit(s) DII Q
The use of earth science concepts, methods, equipment and knowledge in the direct solution of problems in archeology. The course will introduce students to the use of earth science methods in resolving archeological problems associated with artifact identifications, integrity of artifact sets, chronological context, paleolandscape habitat, and human-environment interactions. Students will learn the use and geoarcheological application of sophisticated field equipment such as Total Stations, GPS, and remote sensing methods. A one day local field trip is required. Three lecture hours per week.
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GLS 351 Energy and Natural Resources in the Earth 3 Credit(s)
This course covers the occurrence, origin, and exploitation of ore minerals, petroleum, coal and other economic materials. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: GLS 102 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 352 Petroleum Geology 3 Credit(s) DII
Physical and chemical nature, origin, migration, and trapping of fluid hydrocarbons. Source rocks, “pipelines”, reservoir rocks, exploration techniques. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: GLS 100 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 356 Hydrology 4 Credit(s) DII Q
This course is intended to serve as a core in the basics of surface and groundwater hydrology for environmental science majors. Students taking this course should gain a useful understanding of hydrologic theory and some basic skills used in hydrologic data gathering and analysis. Problem solving, short in-class activities and laboratory projects related to lecture material will enhance the student’s understanding of hydrologic concepts. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: CHE 130 , GLS 102 , GLS 210 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 357 Environmental Geology 3 Credit(s)
This course is an applied approach to environmental problems. We will focus on New England by expanding on preexisting theoretical knowledge with field trips and projects which emphasize local materials, i.e. glacial deposits, harbor sediments, crystalline rocks, and local problems. This is a lab and field oriented course intended to sharpen theory with practice. Two lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week. Field trips required, 1 weekend and several to local sites. Prerequisite: GLS 253 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 362 New England Geology 3 Credit(s) DII
This course explores the bedrock and glacial geology of New England and adjacent regions. Major structural belts, stratigraphy, and tectonic models for past orogenic events are investigated as well as the impact of bedrock geology and geologic structures on New England’s landscape. One or two weekend field trips will be required. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite: GLS 102 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 372 Surveying I 4 Credit(s)
A lecture and laboratory study to provide theoretical knowledge and practical field experience in surveying and mapping. Specific topics to be covered are: linear measurement, leveling, angular measurement, traverse surveys, record keeping, note reduction, office calculations and adjustments, and plotting a traverse. Field operations will constitute an essential part of the course. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MAT202N, MAT 205 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 380 Applied Environmental Geophysics 4 Credit(s)
This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of geophysical methods currently used to help solve environmental problems. Methods covered include seismic refraction and reflection, gravity, magnetic, electrical resistivity, electromagnetics, ground-penetrating radar, and radioactivity surveys. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week; occasional local field trips (may be during the school week or weekends) may be required. Prerequisite: GLS 210 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 400 Directed Studies in the Earth Sciences 1-4 Credit(s)
Field, laboratory and/or library research in the Earth Sciences. Independent study in the student’s field of interest under the supervision of an appropriate faculty member. Prerequisites: GLS 102 and permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 470 Field Geology I 1-6 Credit(s)
This course covers the application of geological field methods including mapping, structural interpretation, surveying, and stratigraphic section measurement and interpretation to the production of geological maps. Several projects stress environmental applications. This course is field based and requires the student to work outdoors at various sites in the Northeast and the Yellowstone Plateau in Montana/Wyoming. Transportation to and from the field areas is provided, additional fee required for field expenses. This course is offered only through the School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Repeatable for credit to a maximum of six credits.
Prerequisites: or GLS201 and one other upper division (200-300-400) Geology course or permission of the Department Chairperson.
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GLS 485 Field Geology II 3 Credit(s) Q W
This course is a study/field course designed around a specific field experience. The course combines one to two weeks of classroom lecture and laboratory work with a 1 to 3 week field trip to an area specific to the course content. Topic varies. Is repeatable once for credit. Field fee may be required. Prerequisite: and permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 499 Internship in Earth Science 3-9 Credit(s)
An academic work program under the auspices of various business, non-profit or governmental organizations in areas directly related to the student’s area of academic interest in Earth Science. The student will gain practical field and/or laboratory experience. The internship must be coordinated by a faculty member working in conjunction with the chosen organization. Open only to Junior and Senior Geology majors. Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 500 Senior Research in Geology I 3-4 Credit(s)
This course requires the completion of a substantial research project on a geologic problem or topic under the supervision of an appropriate faculty member. Methods of research, organization, preparation, and presentation of data will be discussed, but the objective is a completed thesis by the student. Open only to Senior Geological Sciences majors by permission of Department Chairperson.
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GLS 501 Senior Research in Geology II 3-4 Credit(s) W-III
This course is a continuation of GLS 500 for those students who wish to further pursue their geologic research, particularly in anticipation of publication. Prerequisites: GLS 500 . Written Communications Level II (W-II).
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BHS 101 Healthcare in the US 3 Credit(s) PGR
This course introduces a student to the history, structure, and characteristics of the American healthcare system including the delivery of healthcare services, service settings, healthcare financing, insurance, and the roles and responsibilities of healthcare providers and professionals. Students will establish skills and knowledge needed to become more informed healthcare consumers and to comprehend the complexities of the current healthcare system, healthcare practice guidelines, and ethical practices. Three lecture hours per week. Required of all BHS majors and minors.
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BHS 107 Technology in Healthcare 3 Credit(s)
This course exposes students to a variety of technological methods and media used in healthcare. Students develop an appreciation of the value of technology used in healthcare. Such topics as robotics, presentation approaches to consumers and professionals, electronic records, and telehealth are explored. Students learn how to evaluate technology and its potential uses in a range of contexts. Three lecture hours per week. Required for the BHS major and minor.
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