EES3595 — Field Studies
This course highlights the geology, natural resources, and environmental issues common to a particular study area. Study areas include the Mojave Desert, the Big Bend of the Rio Grande, or other areas of the USA. During the first 8 weeks of the course, students complete a series of projects highlighting the geology, geomorphology, and environment with emphasis on human impacts. Over spring break, students travel to the study area and investigate issues like water resources and utilization, agricultural practices, mining and resource extraction, solar, wind, or hydroelectric power generation. Students will explore the geology and geomorphology of different regions through field studies. pre-req: