GEOL 2300 GEOSCIENCE DATA ANALYSIS AND MODELING (3 credits)
Introduction to foundation geoscience analysis and modeling techniques and conceptual frameworks. Topics covered include: describing and comparing populations, geologic map construction, fractals, surface contouring and modeling, non-linear behavior, GIS, graphic representation, photogrammetry, and computer modeling. Examples and exercises work with actual geoscience data. Students also gain experience with data retrieval from geoscience databases.
Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1010 or GEOL 1170, or GEOG 1030 or GEOG 1060 or GEOG 1070, or permission of instructor.