Introduction to a range of computer applications in geology, including utilization of hand-held, personal, and mainframe computer systems in solving geologic problems. Approved for graduate credit.
Geology relies on computers in a rapidly increasing number of applications.
The largest employers of geologists, including the engineering, mining, and petroleum industries, have come to expect computer literacy from their employees. The first 10 - 11 weeks of the semester are spent learning about computer basics, the various computer systems used by geologists, and some specific geologic software packages and applications. The remaining 5 - 6 weeks of the semester are spent working independently on course projects. The nature and scope of the final course project depend upon the background and interests of the student. Each student meets with the instructor to develop a written contract stating the objectives of the project.