ESCI 212 : Environmental Geology

Relations between society and the geologic environment. Focus on geologic hazards such as floods, landslides,volcanoes, and earthquakes; geologic resources such as metals, fossil fuels, and water; and environmental challenges such as groundwater contamination. Lab includes required field trips. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Understanding the Natural World. This course satisfies the proficiency requirement for Oral Communication in the disciplines.