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Graduate Course Descriptions Effective Fall 2009
University List 2009-10 |
GE 5001 - Intercultural Natural Hazards Communication in Latin America
Perception of risk and hazards in Latin American cultures. Available technology for mitigation and its practicality and perception. Working effectively with hazard agencies. How to measure mitigation effectiveness. Indigeous and European over prints in Latin American life.
Credits: 2.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
GE 5020 - Earth Systems Science I
Includes basic geologic content traditionally covered in university-level physical geology and historical geology. The courser contact is a stepping through geologic time from the present in to the past. The course will take a place-based approach, using the geologic record of Michigan.
Credits: 4.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-4-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5030 - Earth Systems Science II
Focuses on material traditionally covered in courses on astronomy, meteorology, and oceanography. This course will also address content from the field by focusing on the Earth's climate system.
Credits: 4.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-4-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5040 - Evolution of Structures in Deformed Rock
How rocks deform on microstructural, outcrop, and regional scales. Topics include plasticity and annealing, fabrics, foliation development, thrust faulting and duplex development, style group analysis of folds, advanced mapping techniques in metamorphic rocks and strain analysis.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5100 - Advanced Geomorphology and Glacial Geology
In-depth study of surficial processes that shape landforms and determine the composition and character of the Earth`s surface. Processes studied include glacial, flovial, wind, mass movement, and wave action. Emphasizes the role of past and present climate. In-depth report and presentation on two separate topics required.
Credits: 4.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Fall - Offered alternate years beginning with the 2003-2004 academic year
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2000
GE 5130 - Geology of the National Parks: Field Experience
A two-week, field-based course taught in National Parks Course requires a project and special assignments. Lab fee costs dependent upon location.
Credits: 4.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-4-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5140 - Paleoclimatology
This course will investigate the geologic evidence of global climate and the mechanisms that are interpreted to produce climate change.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
GE 5150 - Advanced Natural Hazards
Exploration of how to develop comprehensive plans to mitigate the impact of natural hazards on humans. Requires a project and report.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5155 - Natural Hazards and Human Impacts
The interaction of humans and environment is examined through field study on the Keweenaw Peninsula. Focus on natural hazards, geological and geographical landscapes and processes. Integrates scientific and social scientific content knowledge with pedagogical approaches for K-12 teachers.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-1-6)
Semesters Offered: Summer
Restrictions: Permission of department required; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior
GE 5180 - Volcanology
Volcanoes and how they work. Volcanic products, their recognition, and significance. Applies chemistry, physics, and fluid mechanics in a volcanological context.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5185 - Special Topics in Volcanology
A special offering class devoted to an advanced topic in volcanology of topical interest, such as Megaeruptions, Convergent Plate Boundary volcanism or Volcanic Landslides. The class will be built around lectures from 6 different universities, linked via videoconferencing.
Credits: 2.0; May be repeated
Lec-Rec-Lab: (1-1-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand - Offered alternate years beginning with the 2005-2006 academic year
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Geology, Geophysics, Geological Engineering; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
GE 5187 - Volcanological Field Seminar
Field Seminars of 1-3 weeks to volcanological sites of interest. These are offered in association and following GE5185. The field seminars are complemented by the preceding semester's classes, which examine the broad context of the field events. The two classes may be taken together as 4 credits or separately.
Credits: 2.0; May be repeated
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-6)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Geology, Geophysics, Geological Engineering; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
GE 5195 - Volcano Seismology
Will prepare students, including those with no seismology background, to interpret seismic and acoustic signals from volcanoes. Topics: basic seismology, monitoring techniques, tectonic and volcanic earthquakes, infrasound, deformation over a range of time scales.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-1)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): (MA 1160 or MA 1161 or MA 1135) and GE 2000 and PH 2100
GE 5230 - Earth Systems Institute I
A professional development course for K-12 teachers that uses the scientific method in earth system science to make observations, develop hypotheses, collect data, test hypotheses, and communicate results. A field-based course conducted primarily on the Keweenaw Peninsula.
Credits: 4.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-4-0)
Semesters Offered: Summer
Restrictions: Permission of department required; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior
GE 5240 - Earth Systems Institute II
This teacher professional development course will address science content, pedagogy, and personal effectiveness to ensure that teachers' pedagogy allows them to connect to the experiences of all students. Topics will include visualization tools, earth system science data sources, inquiry-based instruction, teaching for understanding, and strategies for engaging diverse and special needs learners.
Credits: 4.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-4-0)
Semesters Offered: Summer
Restrictions: Permission of department required; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior
GE 5250 - Advanced Computational Geosciences
Introduction to quantitative analysis and display of geologic data using Matlab and Excel, covering basic Matlab syntax and programming, and analysis of one-dimensional (e.g. time series) and two-dimensional datasets (e.g. spatial data). Techniques are applied to geological datasets.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-1)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5270 - Volcanic Clouds
Synthesis of recent advancements in volcanic cloud research along with theoretical background and practical experience in the study, understanding and remote sensing of volcanic clouds. Techniques covered are also applicable to other atmospheric phenomena although volcanic ash, gas and aerosol remote sensing is the main focus.
Credits: 4.0; Repeatable to a Max of 8; Graded Pass/Fail Only
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-6)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior
GE 5400 - Global Geophysics and Geotectonics
Plate tectonics and the internal structure of the earth using information from seismology, geomagnetism gravity, and heat flow. A term project/report is required.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
Pre-Requisite(s): MA 3160 and PH 2200 and GE 2000
GE 5405 - Geophysics for Archaeology
Principles and practice of non-invasive archaeological geophysics (remote sensing) such as magnetometry, ground penetrating radar and resistivity. Data interpretation will involve basic computation, contouring, three-dimensional visualization programs, interpretation and archaeological significance. Activities include fieldwork, data analysis and presentation, and short reports. The mathematical content of the class will be minimal.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-1)
Semesters Offered: Fall - Offered alternate years beginning with the 2003-2004 academic year
GE 5450 - Potential Field Theory in Gravity and Magnetic Applications
The fundamentals of potential theory and the application to gravity and magnetic studies of the crust and lithosphere. Topics include Newtonian & magnetic potential, magnetization, regional gravity fields, the geomagnetic field, forward & inverse modeling. Fourier-domain modeling and transformations.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
Pre-Requisite(s): MA 3160 and PH 2200 and GE 3040
GE 5500 - Paleomagnetism and Environmental Magnetism
Origin and interpretation of the natural remanent magnetism in rocks and its use in deciphering the geologic past. Applications studied are plate tectonic movements, environmental change, stratigraphic correlation, and the earth's magnetic field.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2000
GE 5600 - Advanced Reflection Seismology
Principles and application of reflection seismic techniques. Includes acquisition, data processing, and 2D/3D data interpretation. Project and report required.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-1-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5610 - Quantitative Reservoir Characterization
Develop and integrate several aspects of reservoir characterization using data from actual oil and gas fields. The various aspects include well logs, seismic data, production data, and geologic/outcrop inference. Geostatistical routines and integrated software suites.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (1-2-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5650 - Special Topics in Petroleum Geology
The study of current topics in petroleum geology. Research papers and reports are required.
Credits: variable to 4.0; Repeatable to a Max of 8
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5785 - Seismic Petrophysics
Seismic petrophysics describes the use of rock physics information and logging data in the interpretation of reflection seismic data. The theories and empirical models relating seismic properties to other properties of rocks will be reviewed, and the logging techniques responsible for identifying those properties discussed. Various approaches to the quantitative interpretation of seismic data are covered. For varying course credit, projects with real data will be conducted by students.
Credits: variable to 3.0
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5800 - Mathematical Modeling of Earth Systems
Introduction to numerical techniques for mathematical modeling of various earth-system phenomena, including groundwater flow, heat transfer, and atmospheric transport. Numerical techniques covered include finite-difference, finite-element, collocation, and characteristic methods. Students write their own mathematical models. Prerequisite: experience in programming computer languages such as FORTRAN.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5810 - Flow and Transport in Subsurface Systems
Analysis of fluid flow in geologic materials, including groundwater flow, solute and contaminant transport, heat flow, and petroleum movement. Develops fundamental transport equations and numerical methods for solving these equations.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5850 - Advanced Groundwater Engineering and Remediation
Computer modeling and other advanced topics in the analysis hydrological systems, contaminant transport and fate, and subsurface remediation systems.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-3)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Graduate
GE 5910 - Geology Seminar
Seminar course dealing with geology subjects of current interest.
Credits: 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5920 - Geophysics Seminar
Seminar course dealing with geophysics subjects of current interest.
Credits: 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5930 - Special Topics in Geological Engineering
Study and discussion of geological engineering topics.
Credits: variable to 9.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5940 - Special Topics in Geology
Study and discussion of geology topics.
Credits: variable to 9.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5941 - Special Topics in Mineralogy
The study of special topics in mineralogy using the Seaman Mineral Museum.
Credits: variable to 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 6
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5950 - Special Topics in Geophysics
Study and discussion of geophysics topics.
Credits: variable to 9.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5960 - Special Topics in Mining Engineering
Study and discussion of mining engineering topics.
Credits: variable to 9.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5975 - Full Time Master's Research
Open to students who have successfully completed all the required courses as well as the required number of credits for the master's degree. Students in this course are involved in full-time research. Tuition for this course is charged at the graduate full-time research rate. Students enrolled in this course may not register for any other course.
Credits: 9.0; May be repeated; Graded Pass/Fail Only
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-9-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Restrictions: Permission of department required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 5994 - International Geological Practicum
Geological field work outside of the U.S. used by Peace Corps Master International students during their field assignments. May be used repeatedly up to 12 credits.
Credits: 1.0; Repeatable to a Max of 12
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-1-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Geology, Geophysics, Geological Engineering
GE 5998 - International Geology Master's Research
An original investigation in theoretical or experimental natural geological hazard mitigation and submission of a thesis or report in partial fulfillment of the MS degree conducted while in the Peace Corps Program.
Credits: variable to 9.0; Graded Pass/Fail Only
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering
GE 5999 - Master's Graduate Research
Research of an acceptable geological engineering, mining engineering, geology, or geophysics problem and preparation of a thesis.
Credits: variable to 15.0; May be repeated; Graded Pass/Fail Only
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 6975 - Full-Time Doctoral Research
Open to students who have successfully completed all required courses as well as the comprehensive and proposal defense exams. Students in this course are involved in full-time research. Tuition for this course is charged at the graduate full-time research rate. Students enrolled in this course may not register for any other course.
Credits: 9.0; May be repeated; Graded Pass/Fail Only
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-9-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Restrictions: Permission of department required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
GE 6999 - Doctoral Graduate Research
Original research of an acceptable geological engineering, mining engineering, geology, or geophysics problem and preparation of a PhD dissertation.
Credits: variable to 15.0; May be repeated; Graded Pass/Fail Only
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate |
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