Geology, Geography, & Environmental Studies

GEOL W10 Geology of the National Parks. This course explores beneath the surface of almost all of the 53 U.S. National Parks. Students consider sets of parks grouped by geologic similarities: volcanoes, glaciers, canyons, and exotic terrains. For many, parks rock samples and/or maps are used to help understand how God built these wonders of nature. The course includes lectures, slide images, videos, textbook readings, laboratory exercises, tests, and a term paper. R. Spoelhof. 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

GEOL W50 Big Sky Geology: Montana Field Experience. This course in geology is based in southwest Montana . Southwest Montana offers superb geology and is within driving distance of outstanding geological localities including Yellowstone National Park and Craters of the Moon National Monument. This course emphasizes outdoor, field-based investigation and learning. Students will be introduced to the breadth of geological study leading to responsible Christian appreciation and stewardship of the Earth, including rocks and minerals, landforms and surficial processes, geological hazards, and natural resources. Field activities are an important part of each day and the field experience will complement morning lecture and lab activities. As a graded course, exams will cover lecture and text, and students will be required to complete lab assignments, construct a written field log, and choose a special field project. NOTE: dates for the Interim course are May 22- June 6, 2005. Fee: $1050. G. Van Kooten, R. Stearley . Off Campus.

BIOL-W80 Biological Diversity Mechanisms & Human Responsibility. R. Stearley , D. Warners.

IDIS-W80 Teaching Science in Elementary School. K. Bergwerff.