May 08, 2024  
2020-2021 Springfield College Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Springfield College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ENVS 215 - Environmental Geology


Environmental Geology is an introductory course examines broad range of topics, all relatedby theinteractions between geological processes and society. Class begins with an overview of our physical environment, covering such topics as: rocks and minerals, plate tectonics, weathering and erosion, and climate trends. The class continues by focusing on such topics as geologic hazards, utilization of natural resources, environmental management, and regulatory processes.

Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: ENVS 216 - Environmental Geology Laboratory  



Credits: 4