Summer A
Syllabus
Examination of unique episodes in the physical and biological history of the earth.
Attributes: General Education – Biological Science, General Education – Physical Science
3 Credits
STAFF
Syllabus
Introduces geological concepts in the context of selected US national parks. Relates geology to the cultural aspects of these parks and present-day environmental concerns.
Prerequisite: Critical Tracking semester 2 or greater.
3 Credits
Syllabus
GeoSPACE provides an opportunity to develop and apply skills in field geology, planetary geoscience and volcanology in Northern Arizona.
Prerequisite: None
2 Credits
STAFF
Research for Master’s Thesis
1-15 Credits Max 6 Credits
STAFF
Research for doctoral students before admission to candidacy. Designed for students with a master’s degree in the field of study or for students who have been accepted for a doctoral program.
Not appropriate for students who have been admitted to candidacy.
1-12 Credits
STAFF
Research for Doctoral Dissertation
Not appropriate for students who have not been admitted to candidacy.
1-12 Credits
Summer B
Syllabus
Using the scientific method, critical thinking skills, and data analysis, this course will examine the fundamental processes of the earth system, composed of an atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, biosphere, and exosphere, through time. The course will also explore interactions between these spheres, including critical analysis of scientific theories and emphasize Earth’s connections with humans.
Attributes: General Education – Physical Science
3 Credits
Syllabus
Using the scientific method, critical thinking skills, and data analysis, this course will examine the fundamental processes of the ocean system, composed of an atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere, through time. The course will also explore interactions between these spheres, including critical analysis of scientific theories and emphasize oceanic connections with humanity.
Attributes: General Education – Physical Science
3 Credits
STAFF
Syllabus
Laboratory provides a basic understanding of Florida’s geology, geologic history, geologic resources and geologically related environmental problems.
Attributes: General Education – Physical Science
1 Credit
Syllabus
Using the scientific method, critical thinking skills, and data analysis, this course will examine the fundamental processes of the earth system, composed of an atmosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere, lithosphere, biosphere, and exosphere through time. The course will also explore interactions between these spheres, including critical analysis of scientific theories and emphasize lithospheric connections with humanity.
Attributes: General Education – Physical Science
4 Credits
Syllabus
Want to learn Python but don’t have coding experience? This course is a gentle introduction to Python programming for geoscientists. You will learn how to code, teach yourself how to use software packages, troubleshoot errors, navigate in terminal, and build confidence in your programming skills. You will develop technical skills that are in demand for a variety of scientific and industry disciplines.
Prerequisite: None
2 Credits
Syllabus
This 2-credit intensive field- and lab-based course introduces students to groundwater flow, karst hydrogeology, and surface water-groundwater interactions through classroom instruction, laboratory exercises, and multi-day field investigations. Students will collect, analyze, and synthesize hydrogeologic and hydrochemical data into professional technical reports.
Prerequisite: None, but background coursework in hydrogeology and hydrochemistry is recommended.
2 Credits
Syllabus
Live with a Mexican family in the beautiful in the modern city of Mérida in Yucatán, Mexico during Summer B. Develop conversational Spanish ability in Beginning, Intermediate, or Advanced Spanish class (3 credits) at the Autonomous University of Yucatán (UADY). Earn UF credits in Tropical Ecology (3) and Humans & the Environment of the Yucatán Peninsula (2) and gain an understanding of the structure and function of the ecosystems on the Yucatán Peninsula. All instruction is in English, except Spanish classes.
Prerequisite: 2.5 GPA, Student is in good standing
3 Credits
Syllabus
Live with a Mexican family in the beautiful in the modern city of Mérida in Yucatán, Mexico during Summer B. Develop conversational Spanish ability in Beginning, Intermediate, or Advanced Spanish class (3 credits) at the Autonomous University of Yucatán (UADY). Earn UF credits in Tropical Ecology (3) and Humans & the Environment of the Yucatán Peninsula (2), and gain an understanding of the structure and function of the ecosystems on the Yucatán Peninsula. All instruction is in English, except Spanish classes.
Prerequisite: 2.5 GPA, Student is in good standing
2 Credits
STAFF
Research for Master’s Thesis
1-15 Credits Max 6 Credits
STAFF
Research for doctoral students before admission to candidacy. Designed for students with a master’s degree in the field of study or for students who have been accepted for a doctoral program.
Not appropriate for students who have been admitted to candidacy.
1-12 Credits
STAFF
Research for Doctoral Dissertation
Not appropriate for students who have not been admitted to candidacy.
1-12 Credits
Summer C
Syllabus
Summer geology field camp in northern New Mexico. Application of field procedures and techniques to the solution of geologic problems and construction of geologic maps.
Prerequisite: GLY 4750L and instructor permission.
4 Credits
STAFF
For work in addition to that offered in regular courses in mineralogy, petrology, paleontology, stratigraphy, sedimentology and structural geology.
Prerequisite: 15 credits of geology and instructor permission.
1-3 Credits
STAFF
Provides firsthand, supervised research in geology. Projects may involve inquiry, design, investigation, scholarship, discovery or application in geology.
Prerequisite: None
0-3 Credits
Syllabus
Summer geology field camp in northern New Mexico. Application of field procedures and techniques to the solution of geologic problems and construction of geologic maps.
Prerequisite: GLY 4750L and instructor permission.
2 Credits
STAFF
For work beyond that offered in regular courses.
Prerequisite: None
1-4 Credits, Max 12 credits
STAFF
Research for Master’s Thesis
1-15 Credits Max 6 Credits
STAFF
Research for doctoral students before admission to candidacy. Designed for students with a master’s degree in the field of study or for students who have been accepted for a doctoral program.
Not appropriate for students who have been admitted to candidacy.
1-12 Credits
STAFF
Research for Doctoral Dissertation
Not appropriate for students who have not been admitted to candidacy.
1-12 Credits