Field Geology with Geographic Information Systems

5, max. 10

Geologic field investigation using geospatial analyses. Enhances knowledge of geoscience phenomena and process. Develops skills in mapping, field observation, data collection and interpretation, geographic information systems (GIS)/remote sensing analysis, and report writing. Modules span traditional and applied field methods with projects in line with current professional and research skills. Prerequisite: ESS 212 and ESS 329; recommended: three courses from ESS 302, ESS 303, ESS 305, ESS 311, ESS 312, ESS 313, ESS 314, or ESS 316; and one 400-level ESS course Offered: S.