GEY - Geology Courses

GEY 111 Physical Geology
4 credits
GEY 111 studies the materials of the earth, its structure, surface features and the geologic processes involved in its development. This course includes laboratory experience.

GEY 118 Rock and Mineral Identification
1 credit
GEY 118 introduces basic information on the definition, formation, identification, and uses of rocks and minerals.

GEY 119 The Great Ice Age
1 credit
GEY 119 analyzes the effect of the last ice age on the development of North America and also explores theories of climatic change.

GEY 121 Historical Geology
4 credits
GEY 121 studies the physical and biological development of the earth through the vast span of geologic time. The course emphasizes the investigation and interpretation of sedimentary rocks, the record of ancient environments, fossil life-forms, and physical events, all within the framework of shifting crustal plates. The course includes laboratory experience.

GEY 125 Continental Drift
1 credit
GEY 125 presents the theory of plate tectonics and its relationship to continental movement, earthquakes, volcanoes, and the history of life.

GEY 135 Environmental Geology
3 credits
GEY 135 introduces geology and its relationship to man's environment. The course covers geologic hazards such as floods, landslides, avalanches, earthquakes and volcanoes. It focuses on surface and groundwater resources in terms of exploitation and man's responsibility to protect these resources from contamination. The geologic aspects of land use practices, as well as mineral and energy resource exploitation are reviewed and related to legislation regarding environmental law.

GEY 140 Introduction to Global Positioning Systems
1 credit
GEY 140 provides instruction on the use and application of hand-held global positioning systems (GPS). The course includes navigation, using a GPS with a topographic map, mapping geologic and man-made features using a GPS and exchanging information with computerized digital maps.

GEY 143 The Geology and Evolution of Caves
2 credits
GEY 143 introduces the science of caves. The course includes cave formation and evolution, cave decorations (speleothems) and the adaptations of living organisms to life below ground. It incorporates a one-day field trip to a nearby cave system.

GEY 205 The Geology of Colorado
3 credits
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor
GEY 205 covers the geologic history of Colorado, with emphasis on formation of mountain ranges, igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rock types, ore deposits and landforms. It incorporates field experience and/or classroom lectures.

GEY 208 Geology Field Trip
1-5 credits
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor
GEY 208 involves in-depth field studies into the geology of specific regions both within and outside Colorado. Trips lasting from one to several days to study the area constitute the major activity of the course. The specific area of investigation is indicated in the schedule of classes each time the course is offered.

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