Earth Materials and the Env credit:

4 Hours

Studies the origin, identification, and environmental significance of earth materials (minerals, rocks, and soil). Environmental topics include: mineral resources; acid mine drainage; volcanic hazards; swelling soils; engineering strength, porosity/permeability, and architectural uses of earth materials; and asbestos. One day field trip is required. Same as ESE 333 . Additional fees may apply. See Class Schedule. Credit is not given toward graduation for: Credit is not given for both GEOL 333 and GEOL 432 . Prerequisite: CHEM 102 and CHEM 103 ; GEOL 100 and GEOL 110 , or one of GEOL 104 or GEOL 107 ; or consent of instructor.