General survey of the geology of the ocean floor from beaches to ocean trenches including sediments, processes, tectonics and history. A comprehensive introduction to the nature of all coastal environments including beaches, dunes, tidal inlets, estuaries, reefs, and river deltas. Emphasis will be on the natural state of these environments and how human activities have and will impact them. Consideration of coastal management policies involving economics, ethics, policy, and environmental law. Mapping and field description techniques introduced.
Trip requires camping and vigorous physical activity.
May be repeated up to 9 hours, as destinations vary. Ground water flow systems, ground water geology, introduction to numerical and analytical models of ground water flow. Specialized independent study determined by the student's needs and interests. May be repeated. Senior or advanced junior standing and written permission of department prior to registration.