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2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog
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GEOS 301 - Field and Analytical Methods I


(4 credits)

An introduction to basic geologic field techniques. Covered topics/techniques will include: field notes, rock descriptions and field sketches, use of a Brunton compass, pace and compass mapping, measurement and description of stratigraphic sections, surveying methods, mapping techniques and cross-section construction, GIS and remote sensing, and soil sampling and analysis. Field trips required. Prerequisites:   and  , or instructor permission. Grade only. Offered annually (usually fall semester).


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