One introductory course in astronomy and one in geology. How the petrographic microscope, x-ray diffraction, and the electron microscope are used to identify minerals. ESS 505,or permission of instructor. Geologic sampling, data comparisons in environmental, petrologic, paleontologic, and geochemical problems. Topics include researching field sites, field trip design and planning, preparatory and summative activities.
Course is conducted largely in the field.
Brief history of oceanography. ESS 230 or 530. Use of the petrographic microscope to identify minerals in thin section. ESS 502,general chemistry. An introduction to the science and technology of remote sensing and the applications of remote sensing data to geology, oceanography, meteorology, and the environment.