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Geological
& Mining
Engineering & Sciences
Semester
Courses
List based on university 2006-07 Catalog; Not all courses offered every semester or every year
Geolog. & Mining Engrg & Sci.
GE 1100 - Geological Engineering and Sciences Orientation
Introduction to geosciences as a profession, including discussions of career opportunities and geoscience programs. Earth materials and the earth's processes are also introduced. Includes frequent field trips. Intended for freshman or sophomore students in geological engineering, geology, applied geophysics, hydrology, geotechnics, earth science teaching, or any other geoscience program.
Credits: 1.0; Graded Pass/Fail Only
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Applied Geophysics, Geological Engineering, Geology, Engineering Undeclared, General Sciences and Arts, Sciences & Arts Undeclared; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior
GE 2000 - Understanding the Earth
Introduction to materials and processes that shape the earth we live on. Lecture and laboratories acquaint students with minerals, rocks, earth resources, weathering, geologic time, landslides, groundwater, streams, shorelines, deserts, glaciers, geologic structures, earthquakes, plate tectonics, and the dynamics of the earth's crust, mantle, and core.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
GE 2020 - Introduction to Mining Engineering and Mining Methods
Learn how various mining components, from prospecting to financing to reclamation, fit together. Includes advantages and drawbacks of different mining methods and their selection. Introduces ethics and professional development. Use of basic computer and mine design software.
Credits: 4.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (4-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall - Offered alternate years beginning with the 2005-2006 academic year
GE 2100 - Environmental Geology
Introduction and study of current environmental issues related to the earth sciences. Covers major topics such as volcanism, earthquakes, shoreline erosion, and pollution of groundwater as multi-week modules with associated labs, lectures, and field projects.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Spring
GE 2300 - Earth Materials I: Mineralogy
Identification, physical properties, chemistries, structures, uses, and occurrences of minerals. Includes the application of x-ray diffractometry to mineral identification and an introduction to the optical properties of minerals.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Fall
GE 2310 - Earth Materials II: Rocks and Mineral Resources
Identification, physical properties, chemical composition, occurrence, and origin of the important types of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Includes the geological setting and origin of the major types of mineral resources. Laboratory includes description and identification of rocks and mineral resources. GE 2300 recommended but not required.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2000
GE 2350 - Structural Geology I
Rock structures resulting from the application of deforming forces, including elementary concepts of stress and strain, and the geometry of folds, foliations, lineations, faults, and joints.
Credits: 2.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (1-0-2)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2000
GE 2500 - Introduction to Oceanography
Effect of waves, tides, currents, natural hazards along shorelines, and air-sea interactions on the climate.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Spring
GE 2640 - Atmospheric Observations and Meteorology
Introduction to fundamentals of atmospheric science and meteorology through direct observations of the atmosphere.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall - Offered alternate years beginning with the 2002-2003 academic year
GE 2700 - Ore Deposit Formation
Identification, geological setting, and origin of the major types of mineral resources.
Credits: 1.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (1-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mining Engineering
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2000
GE 2800 - Water and Society
The course introduces basic concepts of the water cycle, human interactions in the water cycle, and the social and political dimensions of water. Areas of coverage include: hydrology, water economics, water law, water and politics, water and religion, and water and health.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-2)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): UN 2002
GE 2900 - Geology of the National Parks: Field Experience
Two-week, field-based course taught in national parks Focuses on making and recording observations, developing and testing hypotheses, integrating information from a variety of sources, and presenting results in a variety of formats. Lab fee costs dependent on location.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Summer
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required
GE 3000 - Structural Geology II
Processes and regional settings associated with structure in deformed rock. Topics include stress and strain, origin of foliations, mechanics of folding and faulting, and structures in orogenic belts
Credits: 2.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (1-0-2)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2350
GE 3040 - Fundamentals of Applied and Environmental Geophysics
An introduction to geophysical used in applied and environmental geophysics concentrating on the fundamentals of data reduction and interpretation. This course is not only pertinent for the practicing geoscientist but also for environmental engineers, civil engineers, and others interested in learning how physics can be used to investigate Earth's substance.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): PH 2200
GE 3100 - Depositional Systems
Introduction to sedimentary processes and their products. Investigates the physical processes controlling sedimentation along with principles of correlation and interpretation of strata. Focuses on interpreting sedimentary rocks as a record of climate, sea-level and tectonic change.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2000 and GE 2310
GE 3200 - Geochemistry
Introduction to elements of modern geochemistry including aqueous solutions, isotopes, age dating, etc. Emphasizes concepts and quantitative methods. Teaches principles of thermodynamics and phase equilibria from an introductory perspective as they pertain to geologic systems.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-1-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): CH 1100 or CH 1110
GE 3320 - Earth History and Paleoclimatology
What does the earth's past tell us about global climate change on a geologic time scale? Overview of the origin and history of the earth. Emphasizes the geologic history of North America. Includes evidence for past climate changes and the response of earth systems to those changes.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2000 or GE 2100
GE 3400 - Drilling and Blasting
Rock penetration and fragmentation methods to include boring, cutting, drilling, and blasting techniques. Design of surface and underground blasting rounds. Formulation of design criteria to minimize the adverse effects of blasting. Field demonstration in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of blasts.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-2)
Semesters Offered: Fall - Offered alternate years beginning with the 2006-2007 academic year
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2020 and PH 2100
GE 3410 - Mine Safety & Health Cert
Principles of health and safety in mine practice, hazard recognition, and preventive and corrective actions.
Credits: 1.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Summer
GE 3820 - Mechanics of Rock Materials
Analysis of stress and strain in rock for scientists and engineers. Topics range from Mohr circles for stress, incremental strain and finite strain through stress and strain tensors, and consitutive equations, with applications in structural geology, tectonics, and rock slope stability. Previous coursework in tensors not required. Not open to students who have credit for MEEM2150 or ENG2150.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): (MA 1135 or MA 1140 or MA 1150 or MA 1151 or MA 1160 or MA 1161) and GE 2000
GE 3850 - Geohydrology
Geologic and hydrologic factors controlling the occurrence, movement, and development of subsurface water. Quantitative methods for analyzing groundwater systems are introduced. GE3800 or equivalent recommended.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
GE 3900 - Field Geophysics
Introduction to field geophysical techniques including basic land surveying. Emphasizes the recording, reduction, presentation, and interpretation of gravity, magnetic, electrical, seismic, and electromagnetic data as well as the proper use, care, and calibration of equipment used to collect the data. Requires report writing. Students must provide their own transportation.
Credits: 5.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-15)
Semesters Offered: Summer
Restrictions: Permission of department required
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 3040
GE 3910 - Field Geology with Engineering Applications
Introduction to methods and problems of field geology, interpretation of field relationships, and engineering site investigation. Field areas are located in northern Michigan. Requires geological and/or engineering report and memo writing.
Credits: 5.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-15)
Semesters Offered: Summer
Restrictions: Permission of department required
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2000 and GE 2310 and GE 2350
GE 3915 - Introduction to Field Geology
An introduction to geologic field mapping and site investigations. Requires geological and/or engineering report and memo writing.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-9)
Semesters Offered: Summer
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Applied Geophysics, Geological Engineering
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2000 and GE 2310 and GE 2350
GE 3920 - Geological Field Excursion
A geological field excursion of one week or more to areas of outstanding interest to geologists.
Credits: variable to 6.0; Repeatable to a Max of 6
Semesters Offered: On Demand
GE 4000 - Earth Science Teaching Experience
Development of earth science teaching skills through assisting in instruction in a geology course laboratory. Students gain experience in organizing, preparing, and presenting earth science topics and answering questions.
Credits: variable to 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 3
Semesters Offered: On Demand
GE 4050 - Advanced Structural Geology
How rocks deform on a microstructural to hand specimen scale. Topics include dislocations, work hardening and recovery processes, annealing and recrystallization, slipsystems, preferred orientation mechanisms, and foliation development.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 3000
GE 4100 - Geomorphology and Glacial Geology
The study of the processes, including fluvial, glacial, wind, mass movement, and wave action, shaping the earth's surface by erosion and deposition of geologic materials. Emphasizes the role of past and present climate. Field trips are a major component.
Credits: 4.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Fall - Offered alternate years beginning with the 2003-2004 academic year
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2000
GE 4150 - Natural Hazards
This course focuses on current mitigation agencies and warning systems, case studies of successes and failures in hazard mitigation, and technical tools for hazard study and mitigation such as satellite remote sensing and GIS.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): (GE 2000 or GE 2100) and UN 2002
GE 4210 - Mine Environmental Engineering
Topics include environmental problems and causes, regulations and methods to prevent or solve environmental problems (including gas emissions and dust monitoring and control), processing and discharging water treatment and unit operations, solid waste utilization and landfilling, and land remediation and reclamation.
Credits: 2.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): CH 1100 or (CH 1110 and CH 1111)
GE 4250 - Fundamentals of Remote Sensing
This course focuses on the basic physics behind above- surface remote sensing and remote sensing systems. Topics covered include: properties of the atmosphere, absorption and scattering of electromagnetic radiation, instrument design, data acquisition and processing, validation, and basic applications.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-1-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): PH 2200 and (MA 2150 or MA 2160)
GE 4360 - Materials Handling
Surface and underground materials handling methods. Selection and performance analysis of materials handling equipment. Computer applications.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): PH 2100
GE 4400 - Near Surface Geophysics I
Design of geophysical site investigations utilizing resistivity, electromagnetic, ground penetrating radar, and magnetic techniques. Emphasizes geophysical detection of contamination, ground water supplies, and mining applications.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-1)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): PH 2200
GE 4405 - 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, 3-D visualization programs, interpretation and archaeological significance. Activities include fieldwork, data analysis and presentation, and short reports. Mathematical content is minimal.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-1)
Semesters Offered: Fall - Offered alternate years beginning with the 2003-2004 academic year
GE 4410 - Near Surface Geophysics II
Principles and design of geophysical investigations of the shallow subsurface. Emphasizes seismic refraction and reflection methods with focus on engineering and groundwater applications.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-1)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): PH 2200 and GE 3040
GE 4415 - Matlab for Geosciences
Matlab programming as applied to graphing single and multiple one-dimensional data sets, contouring two-dimensional data sets, slice and movie presentations of three-dimensional data sets, loading data, convolution, cross and autocorrelation and frequency analysis, specialized computations for geophysics and geology.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-1)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Applied Geophysics, Geological Engineering, Geology; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
GE 4500 - Plate Tectonics and Global Geophysics
Plate tectonics and the internal structure of the earth using information from seismology, geomagnetism, gravity, and heat flow.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): (MA 3150 or MA 3160) and PH 2200 and GE 2000
GE 4550 - Gravity and Magnetic Interpretation Methods
Interpretation of gravity and magnetic anomalies based on forward modeling techniques, including space filtering to enhance anomalies of importance. Emphasis will also be given to the design of the gravity/magnetic survey based on cost, implementation, and interpretation methods used.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring - Offered alternate years beginning with the 2004-2005 academic year
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 3040
GE 4600 - Reflection Seismology
Principles of reflection seismic techniques, including theoretical background and application, and hands-on computer projects. Included are acquisition, data processing, and 2D/3D data interpretation. Students conduct projects using actual commercial-quality seismic data.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-1-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 3040
GE 4610 - Formation Evaluation and Petroleum Engineering
Principles and practice of formation evaluation, primarily through analysis of well logs and the principles and practice of petroleum engineering. Emphasizes reservoir engineering and simulation. Students conduct projects using actual field data. A three-day field trip is required.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-1-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
GE 4630 - Mineral Industry Economics
Studies the role of minerals and metals in society and the economics of their use. Applies economic principles to examine the supply, demand, markets, and foreign trade for important minerals and metals. Examines the effect of government policies on the minerals industries. Requires a technical report.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): (EC 3001 or EC 2002 or EC 2003) and UN 2002
GE 4750 - Subsurface Mapping of Petroleum Prospects
Geometry and mechanics of extensional, wrench and compressional features that produce structural traps in petroleum engineering, including techniques of subsurface geological mapping.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 3000
GE 4760 - Engineering Evaluation of Mineral Deposits
Design of programs to explore and evaluate various types of mineral deposits. An integrated project includes factors such as geologic characteristics, economics, regulations, and environmental impact.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-3)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2310 and GE 3000
GE 4800 - Groundwater Engineering
Application of geohydrology principles to design water-well supplies, site investigations, and subsurface remediation systems.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-3)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 3850
GE 4900 - Geological Engineering Design Project I
Capstone geological engineering design course focusing on a realistic, complex, open-ended geological engineering problem. Project includes technical design, economic analysis, environmental impacts, and regulations. Report writing required. (Senior project ready as defined by major substitutes for prerequisites)
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior
GE 4910 - Geological Engineering Design Project II
Continuation of GE4900. Capstone geological engineering design course focusing on a realistic, complex, open-ended geological engineering problem. Project includes technical design, economic analysis, environmental impacts, and regulations. Report writing required. (Senior project ready as defined by major substitutes for prerequisites)
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 4900
GE 4915 - Field Geology Excursions in Michigan's Upper Peninsula
Three week course which provides background necessary to understand several field sites visited as part of course. Participants are encouraged to lead other groups, particularly school groups, on visits to these sites as part of their own teaching activities.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-9)
Semesters Offered: Summer
GE 4918 - Geology and Field Excursion to Canada Preparation
The geology of Canada is awesome and spectacular. This course prepares the students for the trip in terms of logistics and overviews of the geology of each location that will be visited. Students may retake class for different locations.
Credits: 1.0; May be repeated
Lec-Rec-Lab: (1-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
GE 4919 - Geology and Field Excursion to Canada
The geology of Canada is visited on this 28 day field excursion via van and camping. Canada's geology offers spectacular study opportunities and provides a true field based experience. Students may retake class for different locations.
Credits: 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-9)
Semesters Offered: Summer
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 4918
GE 4920 - Geological Engineering Seminar
Seminar course dealing with geological engineering subjects of current interest.
Credits: 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
GE 4921 - Geology Seminar
Seminar course dealing with geology subjects of current interest.
Credits: 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
GE 4922 - Geophysics Seminar
Seminar course dealing with geophysics subjects of current interest.
Credits: 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
GE 4930 - Special Topics in Geological Engineering
Study and discussion of geological engineering topics.
Credits: variable to 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required
GE 4931 - Special Topics in Geology
Study and discussion of geology topics.
Credits: variable to 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required
GE 4932 - 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
Pre-Requisite(s): GE 2300
GE 4933 - Special Topics in Geophysics
Study and discussion of geophysics topics.
Credits: variable to 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required
GE 4934 - Special Topics in Mining Engineering
Study and discussion of topics in mining engineering not included in regular undergraduate courses.
Credits: variable to 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required
GE 4960 - Independent Geological Engineering Research Project
Approved engineering design research project originated by the student or assigned by the instructor. A final report is required.
Credits: variable to 9.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
GE 4961 - Independent Geology Research Project
Approved literature, laboratory, and/or field geology research problem originated by the student or assigned by the instructor. A final report is required.
Credits: variable to 9.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
GE 4962 - Independent Geophysics Research Project
Approved literature, laboratory, and/or field geophysics research problem originated by the student or assigned by the instructor. A final report is required.
Credits: variable to 9.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
GE 4963 - Independent Mining Engineering Research Project
Approved literature, laboratory, and/or field research in mining engineering, originated by the student or assigned by the instructor. A final report is required.
Credits: variable to 9.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
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Department of Geological & Mining
Engineering & Sciences
College of Engineering
Michigan Technological University
1400 Townsend Drive - Houghton, MI 49931-1295
(906)487-2531
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