Current controversies in the earth sciences will be discussed and debated. Volcanism, earth-quakes, landsliding, flooding, groundwater pollution, waste disposal and other environmental problems. Introduction to land-use planning. Coastal features, the processes that shape them, and man s battle with the natural forces in the coastal zone. Origin and history of the continental margin and the battles over offshore resources.
Concurrent enrollment is acceptable.
Current topics in geology and earth sciences, focusing on aspects of geology, astronomy, oceanography, energy and mineral resources, and other fields of interest. Field trips to surrounding areas of geologic interest. GEOL 202 GEOL 201 or consent of instructor. Field trips to nearby fossil locations. Current topics in geology and earth sciences, focusing on aspects of geology, astronomy, oceanography, energy and mineral resources, and other fields of interest.