GEOL 3430 - Coastal Studies

Credits: 3 Class: 3 Lab: 0
Crosslisted BIOL 3430. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1308/CHEM 1108 and BIOL 1302/BIOL 1102 or GEOL 1306/GEOL 1106.
The aim of this course is to provide students with a fluency in the areas of coastal biology, chemistry, and geology. Students will receive instruction in a variety of field and laboratory techniques in environmental biology, biogeochemistry and sedimentary geology, as well as experimental design and statistical analyses. Students will be required to engage in their own independent research projects and to present their findings to the class. This is a combined lecture/lab course which will integrate lecture topics with lab and field experiences.