ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY   [Archived Catalog]
2016-2017 Johnstown Campus Catalog
   

GEOL 0086 - ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY


Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
This course will provide the student with an awareness of the environmental problems and geologic hazards facing mankind today. Case studies of environmental disruption, both natural and manmade, will be presented. The main topics include: volcanism, earthquakes, flooding, slope instability, hydrologic cycle, surface and ground water supply, water law, water pollution, fuel resources, acid mine drainage, and greenhouse effect.
Academic Career: UGRD
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SU3 Elective Basis


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