GEOS 5040 - Field Excursions

This course introduces students to the tectonic setting, rock types, geologic history, geologic hazards and resources, landforms, and surface processes in a specific area of North America. During the course, students will plan a field trip to the destination of their choosing, and write a field guide to the planned stops. The field trip will take place over the summer following the course. Students intending to take the field trip must register for this course. This course is open to any student who has taken an introductory course in the geosciences.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: GEOS 1000 or GEOS 1300 (either of which may be taken concurrently) or instructor approval.

Credits: 1 hour

Notes: May be repeated for credit. Open to upperclass and graduate students.
When Offered: Spring