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Course Descriptions

 

General Engineering
  

  • ENGR 299 - Master’s Thesis

    1-6 units
    Master’s thesis work in engineering.

    Misc/Lab: Lab 9 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to candidacy for master’s degree; written contract with thesis advisor and graduate coordinator.
    Grading: Mandatory CR/NC/RP


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  • ENGR 1081W - Basic Writing Workshop

    1 units
    Weekly writing to improve grammar and punctuation skills needed for student success. Repeatable for up to 6 units.

    Misc/Lab: Activity 3 hours.

    Course may be repeated for credit for up to 6 units.

    Grading: CR/NC, No Degree Credit

    Note(s): No Degree Credit.


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Geography
  

  • GEOG 1 - Geography of Natural Environments

    3 units
    Atmospheric, biologic and geologic processes that create the natural environments of the world. Discovery of local, regional and global patterns in the location and distribution of environmental phenomena, and the human modifications of natural environments.

    Satisfies B1: Physical Science

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 10 - Cultural Geography

    3 units
    The human population studied through the perspective of cultural groups, their institutions and geographic distributions, how different people occupy, use, and modify their environment, and the interaction of individuals from one group with those of another.

    Satisfies D1: Human Behavior

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 12 - Global Geography

    3 units
    Comparative geography of our world: regions and countries, natural environments and resources, settlements and land use, cultural diversity, economic and political patterns.

    Satisfies D2: Comparative Systems

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 92 - International Program Studies

    1-6 units
    Study Abroad and Away transfer credit course. Study Abroad and Away provides students the opportunity to study abroad on long term programs (Exchange Programs, CSU International Programs, and International Student Exchange Programs) and short-term programs (Faculty-Led Programs and Summer School Abroad Programs) for academic credit, offering Alternative Break Programs for cultural immersion, and designing other globally focused opportunities. This course is designated as a placeholder course for Study Abroad and Away programs.

    Grading: Mixed Grading


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  • GEOG 100W - Writing Workshop

    3 units
    Development of skills required for geographical research and writing.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies Z: Written Communication II

    Prerequisite(s): A3 or equivalent second semester composition course (with a grade of C- or better); completion of core GE; satisfaction of Writing Skills Test or completion of ENGL 100A  or LLD 100A  with C or better; and upper division standing. Or Graduate or Postbaccalaureate level.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): Must be passed with C or better to satisfy the CSU Graduation Writing Assessment requirement (GWAR).

    Cross-listed with GEOL 100W . Urban and Regional Planning is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOG 105 - Urban Geography

    3 units
    Spatial patterns in the urban environment: City function and morphology; population patterns and functional zonation; analysis of recent changes.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 107 - Mapping the World

    3 units
    Finding, preparing, and using maps, satellite and aerial images, and spatial data to create effective presentations. Includes a basic introduction to geographic visualization through cartography, geographic information systems, and remote sensing for professionals outside geography.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 110 - Urbanization in the Global South

    3 units
    This course explores issues and debates that relate to urbanization in the developing world. Students will gain a general understanding of the concept of urbanization in the developing world, and what are some of the issues, challenges, and policy responses found in these urban environments.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of the WST and core GE. Upper division standing
    Pre/Corequisite(s): 100w
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with URBP 110 . Geography is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOG 112 - Nations, Cultures, and Territorial Disputes

    3 units
    In a world with rapidly diminishing resources new conflicts are emerging based on factors such as ethnicity, economic opportunity, religion, and nationalism. Explore global circumstances leading to conflict. GE Area: V.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies V: Culture, Civil & Global Understanding.

    Prerequisite(s): Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.


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  • GEOG 113 - Global Cities

    3 units
    This course introduces various aspects of global cities, including debates over global cities, urban culture, new urban landscapes, and class/socio-economic disparity. The class includes case studies regarding global cities throughout the world that aim to explore the diversity and/or similarities of the global city formation process.

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 115 - Global Development

    3 units
    Exploration of contemporary global economy using variety of analytical approaches developed by geographers. Provides geographic perspective on world economy and environmental issues within a spatial context.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing. GEOG 101 recommended.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 117 - Advanced Economic Geography

    3 units
    This is an advanced course in Economic Geography that explores the contemporary insights provided by geographers researching various dimensions of economy and space.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior Standing
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 120 - Food Supply and Agricultural Systems

    3 units
    Geography of world agriculture and nutritional needs of a growing world population. Comparison of traditional and modern agricultural systems in their use of resources and technologies. Effectiveness in meeting demands and sustainability.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 121 - Population and Global Change

    3 units
    Impact of population changes on countries, regions, and their environments. Demographic comparisons of developed and developing societies from perspectives of land use, economics and politics.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing.
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with ENVS 121 . Urban and Regional Planning is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOG 123 - Geography for K-12 Teachers

    3 units
    Geography for future K-12 teachers. Topics include mapping, places, and regions, and themes of human, physical and historical geography. Overview of geography in the California K-12 Frameworks as well as the geography in the California teacher credential examinations.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 130 - Natural Resources

    3 units
    Geography of economic, environmental, political and technological factors that define natural resources and affect their availability and use. Focus on water, food-producing and energy resources.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 132 - Creating Built Worlds

    3 units
    Cross-cultural exploration of material expressions of culture. Analysis of production and consumption of places, shelters, and goods. Implications for design and policy.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing.
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with ANTH 132  / URBP 132 . Anthropology is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOG 135 - Qualitative Methods in Geographical Research

    3 units
    Development of skills required for geographical research and writing. Library research, oral presentations, variety of writing assignments dealing with diverse geographic problems.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2 .
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 140 - The United States

    3 units
    Geography of the U.S. emphasizing the continuing changes of America’s places and regions. Themes include environmental, culture, economic, and social geographies at community, regional and national scales.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 145 - California

    3 units
    Origins and patterns of California’s diverse landscapes, including the geography of natural environments and resources, economic regions, land use, cultural patterns, political trends and the future.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 150 - Central and South America and the Caribbean

    3 units
    Geography of Mexico, Central America, Caribbean, and South America. Themes include environmental, historical, political, and economic geographies at the scales of the region, its countries, and selected cities.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 155 - Europe

    3 units
    Geography of Western and Central Europe. Themes include environmental, historical, political, and economic geographies at the scales of the region, its countries, and selected cities. Particular emphasis is given to the increasing economic and political unity through the European Union.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 160 - East and South Asia

    3 units
    Geography of Eastern, Southeastern, and Southern Asia. Themes include environmental, historical, political, and economic geographies at the scales of the region, its countries, and selected cities. Particular emphasis is given to comparing and analyzing the variable rates of economic progress across the region.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with ASIA 160 . Geology is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOG 161 - City Life

    3 units
    The city as a setting for diverse lifestyles. Challenges facing urban dwellers and adaptive strategies they take. Comparison of city, suburb and rural countryside as social environments.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper Division or instructor consent
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with SOCI 161 . Sociology and Interdisciplinary Social Sciences is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOG 165 - National Parks

    3 units
    An exploration of the history, philosophy, and science of park and wilderness preservation. Includes site visits to selected parks and wilderness areas.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with ENVS 165 . Urban and Regional Planning is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOG 168 - Sub-Saharan Africa

    3 units
    Regional study of environments, as well as cultural, economic and political geography of Africa south of the Sahara. Special attention given to geographic factors in the progress of less developed countries.

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 170 - Introduction to Mapping and Geographic Information Systems

    3 units
    Foundations of the mapping sciences and geographic information systems. Basics of earth measurement, location and mapping. Thematic map display and analysis. Application through a variety of laboratory experiences.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 1  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 171 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems

    3 units
    Maps as tools of geographic expression and research. Introduction to spatial analysis through geographic information systems. Data collection and description; measuring absolute and relative location, patterns, interaction and association.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 1 , GEOG 170  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 172 - Cartography: Compilation and Presentation

    3 units
    Techniques of compilation, design, construction and production. Lab projects applying computer graphics and geographic information systems to the effective presentation of geographic themes and information.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 1  and GEOG 170  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 173 - Cartography: Dynamic and Interactive Mapping

    3 units
    Design and implementation of dynamic and interactive presentations for visualizing geographic information. Lab projects creating animated and multimedia presentations. Designing user-interfaces for interactive mapping systems.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 170 , GEOG 172  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 175 - Geographic Information Systems Project Development

    3 units
    Creation of geographic information system databases and application software to solve specific problems in such areas as resource and facilities management, demographic analysis and planning.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 170  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 178 - Geographic Information Systems Project

    3 units
    Develop geographic database, web mapping, interactive mapping, and/or remote sensing solutions to a GIS problem. Identification of appropriate methods, and design, implementation, testing, and documentation of solution.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/lab 4 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 170  and GEOG 171 ; 3 units from GEOG 173 , GEOG 175 , GEOG 181 , or GEOG 182 ; or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 180 - Individual Studies

    1-4 units
    Student-initiated in-depth study of a mutually agreeable topic conducted under faculty guidance.

    Prerequisite(s): Supervisor and department chair approval.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • GEOG 181 - Remote Sensing: Basic Theory and Image Interpretation

    3 units
    Acquisition, interpretation and applications of imagery obtained from both airborne and satellite platforms. Includes visual interpretation and analysis of airphotos and non-photographic images, such as radar and thermal infrared. Remotely-sensed imagery as a source for mapping and geographic information systems.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 170  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 182 - Remote Sensing: Digital Analysis

    3 units
    Digital image systems and application to earth resource problems. Emphasis on non-photographic sensors, including digital manipulation and image enhancement. Integration of digital imagery with geographic information systems.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours/field trips.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 170  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 186 - Field Study in Physical Geography

    3 units
    Field research methods in physical geography, including biogeography, hydrology, soils, geomorphology, and human-environment studies. Mapping, GPS, landscape remote sensing, and field measurements. Local field trips and projects tailored to class interests.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 units of upper division geography courses.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • GEOG 187 - Field Study in Human and Historical Geography

    3 units
    Introduction to field methods in human and historical geography. Field trips, archival research, and student projects provide practical and applied skills and an informed view of the relationships between people and their environments.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 units of upper division geography courses.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • GEOG 192 - International Program Studies

    1-6 units
    Study Abroad and Away transfer credit course. Study Abroad and Away provides students the opportunity to study abroad on long term programs (Exchange Programs, CSU International Programs, and International Student Exchange Programs) and short-term programs (Faculty-Led Programs and Summer School Abroad Programs) for academic credit, offering Alternative Break Programs for cultural immersion, and designing other globally focused opportunities. This course is designated as a placeholder course for Study Abroad and Away programs.

    Grading: Mixed Grading


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  • GEOG 195 - Spatial Analysis

    3 units
    Quantitative analysis of geographic information, including spatial statistics and analytical mapping; application of descriptive and inferential statistics to geographic problems.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 170  and GEOG 171  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 197 - Geography Internship

    1-6 units
    Work/activity with professional application in off-campus establishment or agency. Course requirements and units determined in consultation with faculty advisor and work/activity supervisor.

    Course may be repeated for credit for up to 12 units.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 units of geography.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • GEOG 199 - Senior Seminar

    3 units
    Capstone course examining the history of geographic thought and themes with emphasis on critical assessment of issues affecting current trends; objective of placing undergraduate experience in a professional context.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in geography.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • GEOG 239 - Geographic Information Technology

    3 units
    Research in application of technology to the design and implementation of computer mapping, remote sensing, and geographic information systems. Includes spatial database design issues, spatial processing algorithms, and cartographic visualization. Research project and paper. May be repeated for credit when offered as a different technology.

    Satisfies GWAR: Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): This course satisfies graduate-level GWAR in this master’s program.


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  • GEOG 240 - Qualitative Research Methods

    3 units
    Rigorous analysis of methods used by social scientists in assessing notions of human and physical geography. Application of determined qualitative techniques including participant observation, semi-structured interviews, focus groups, participatory action, oral histories, textual analysis, social survey. Project development and evaluation.

    Satisfies GWAR: Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate level or instructor permission
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): This course satisfies graduate-level GWAR in this master’s program. 


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  • GEOG 279 - Geographic Information Science Applications

    3 units
    Research in applications of geographic information science in such areas as urban spatial analysis, environmental analysis, geo-demographic analysis, regional analysis, facilities management, and geographic education. Research project and paper. May be repeated for credit when offered as a different technology.

    Satisfies GWAR: Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): This course satisfies graduate-level GWAR in this master’s program. 


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  • GEOG 282 - Advanced Geographic Techniques

    3 units
    Specific topics in display and analysis of geographic information. Possible topics include advanced spatial analysis, cartographic representation, user-interface design, internet map server technology. May be repeated for credit when offered as a different technique.

    Satisfies GWAR: Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 170  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): This course satisfies graduate-level GWAR in this master’s program.


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  • GEOG 286 - Geographic Information Systems: Project Management

    3 units
    Principles of project management applied to geographic information systems projects. Requirements assessment, estimating, scheduling, system design, and acceptance testing. Students will negotiate, plan and execute projects for outside agencies. May be repeated when course content changes

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 175  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 290 - Seminar in Research Design for Geographic Information Science

    3 units
    Introduction to research in geographic information science. Includes definition of research problems, design of research project, identification of appropriate methodologies for acquiring, organizing and analyzing data, and presentation of research results. Research paper.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOG 298 - Special Study

    1-4 units
    Advanced individual research and projects unavailable in other department offerings conducted under the supervision of a faculty member.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of supervising faculty member and department chair.
    Grading: Mandatory CR/NC/RP


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Geology
  

  • GEOL 1 - General Geology

    4 units
    Examination of geologic processes and materials, including volcanoes, earthquakes, rock formation, oceans, streams, and plate tectonics and their importance to society.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/Lab 3 hours and field trips.

    Satisfies B1 + B3: Physical + Lab Science

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 2 - Geology for Engineers

    3 units
    This course provides a foundational introduction to geology as applied to civil engineering. The course focuses on learning and applying knowledge of geologic processes to civil engineering works, decision making, and evaluating the suitability of areas for urban infrastructure based upon geologic evidence and reasoning. Fieldtrips are required and may include weekends.

    Prerequisite(s): Enrolled as Civil Engineering Major
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 3 - Planet Earth

    3 units
    Origins and processes of Earth’s interconnected physical and chemical systems, including aspects of astronomy, geology, meteorology, and oceanography. Impacts of these systems on humans, and of humans on the systems.

    Satisfies B1: Physical Science

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 4L - Earth Systems Lab

    1 units
    Hands-on investigations, measurements, and analysis of Earth’s materials, processes, and hazards. Supplements general lecture courses in Geology.

    Misc/Lab: Lab 3 hours.

    Satisfies B3: Laboratory Science

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 5 - Human Development and the Natural World

    3 units
    Introductory course examining the role of the natural world on the physiological, social, and psychological development of human beings within the context of the environmental, social, and academic community system.

    Satisfies E: Human Understanding & Development.

    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with SCED 5 . Geology is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOL 6 - Geology of California

    3 units
    California’s geology, illustrating physical processes, landscapes, geologic history and resources. California’s seismic, volcanic, landslide and flooding hazards, and their impact on society.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/field trips.

    Satisfies B1: Physical Science

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 7 - Earth, Time and Life

    4 units
    Earth’s geosphere: processes that act on it and materials that comprise it; how rocks and fossils are used to interpret the history of Earth’s geosphere, atmosphere, oceans, and life forms.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Satisfies B1 + B3: Physical + Lab Science

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 8 - The Age of the Dinosaurs

    3 units
    Scientific overview of the Mesozoic Era, or “age of dinosaurs.” The course will focus on the evolution of dinosaurs and other contemporaneous life forms, as well as the mass extinction events that mark the beginning and end of the Mesozoic.

    Satisfies B2: Life Science

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 9 - Earth Disasters

    4 units
    Exploration of natural disasters related to earth processes, including earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, tsunamis, flooding, and climate change, and their impacts on society.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Satisfies B1 + B3: Physical + Lab Science

    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 28 - Geology Outdoors

    1 units
    Hands-on introduction to geology in a variety of field settings. Develop your observational skills at several of California’s spectacular geologic attractions. Includes one-day field trips, a multi-day field trip, and short written reports.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of or co-enrollment in GEOL 3 , GEOL 4L , and GEOL 7 .
    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • GEOL 92 - International Program Studies

    1-12 units
    Study Abroad and Away transfer credit course. Study Abroad and Away provides students the opportunity to study abroad on long term programs (Exchange Programs, CSU International Programs, and International Student Exchange Programs) and short-term programs (Faculty-Led Programs and Summer School Abroad Programs) for academic credit, offering Alternative Break Programs for cultural immersion, and designing other globally focused opportunities. This course is designated as a placeholder course for Study Abroad and Away programs.

    Grading: Mixed Grading


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  • GEOL 100W - Writing Workshop

    3 units
    Advanced writing, including planning and preparation of scientific reports. Improvement of skills needed for writing scientific reports, project proposals and resumes through practice and evaluation. GE Area: Z.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies Z: Written Communication II.

    Prerequisite(s): A3 or equivalent second semester composition course (with a grade of C- or better); completion of core GE; satisfaction of Writing Skills Test or completion of ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with C or better; and upper division standing. Or Graduate or Postbaccalaureate level.
    Pre/Corequisite(s): Completion of or co-enrollment in GEOL 125 , or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): Must be passed with C or better to satisfy the CSU Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR).


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  • GEOL 103 - Earth Systems and the Environment

    3 units
    Fundamental earth/space science concepts. Emphasis on active learning and guided inquiry. Recommended for students preparing for multiple subject credential. GE Area: R.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies R: Earth & Environment.

    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1  or CHEM 30A , Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.


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  • GEOL 104 - Earth Science Teacher Enhancement

    0.5-3 units
    A thematic approach to the study of regionally significant topics, including earthquakes, landslides and volcanoes. Development of hands-on classroom activities. Normally offered through University Continuing Education. Field trips.

    Prerequisite(s): Teaching credential and instructor consent.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • GEOL 105 - General Oceanography

    3 units
    Scientific examination of the impact of oceans on global society, and human impacts on the oceans, through classroom discussions, computer exercises and field trips. GE Area: R.

    Lecture 3 hours/field trips.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies R: Earth & Environment.

    Prerequisite(s): Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.


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  • GEOL 107 - Prehistoric Life

    3 units
    Integrated interdisciplinary examination of the fossil record, including information from the fields of paleontology, genetics and cosmology that aids in the understanding of organic evolution and periodic massive extinctions. GE Area: R.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies R: Earth & Environment.

    Prerequisite(s): Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.


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  • GEOL 108 - Water, Ecosystems and Society

    3 units
    Interdisciplinary investigation of hydrologic systems and their interactions with biologic communities and with society. Streams, lakes, estuaries, groundwater and the safety and protection of water resources.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/field trips.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 111 - Geology and the Environment

    3 units
    The effect of Earth processes on humans and their structures. Environmental problems related to earthquakes, landslides, minerals, energy, water and urban growth.

    Lecture 3 hours/field trips.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies R: Earth & Environment.

    Prerequisite(s): GE Area: R Prerequisite(s): Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.

    Cross-listed with ENVS 111 . Geology is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOL 112 - Hazards, Risks of Earthquakes and Volcanoes

    3 units
    How, where and why earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur. Analysis of hazards posed by earthquakes and volcanoes. Risks incurred by humankind due to these hazards. Minimizing risk; economic, social and political problems associated with earthquakes. GE Area: R.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies R: Earth & Environment.

    Prerequisite(s): Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.


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  • GEOL 120 - Fundamentals of Mineralogy

    3 units
    Laboratory course designed to give students basic skills for identifying minerals and basic understanding of geologic processes that form minerals. Emphasis is on hand specimen and microscope identification.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hours / Lab 3 hours

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1  and GEOL 7 .
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 122 - Petrology

    4 units
    Identification of minerals and rocks in hand sample and under the microscope. Processes of formation, description, and classification of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 120 ; completion of or co-enrollment in CHEM 1A .
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 124 - Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

    3 units
    Study of the origin and description of sediment and sedimentary rocks; study of the formation, sequence, and correlation of stratified rocks.

    Misc/Lab; Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies R: Earth & Environment

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1  and GEOL 7 .
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 129B - Advanced Field Geology

    4 units
    Geologic field mapping and interpretation of geologic and tectonic history. Students stay at camp sites that vary from year to year.

    Misc/Lab: Lab 6-12 hours.

    Course may be repeated for credit for up to 6 units.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 122 , GEOL 124 , GEOL 125 , or Permission of Instructor
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 130 - Marine Geology

    4 units
    Introduction to the geology of continental margins and ocean basins. Discussions focus on crustal structures and the effect of plate tectonics and oceanographic processes on modern marine sedimentation.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1  or GEOL 7 ; GEOL 3  with instructor approval.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 134 - Geomorphology

    4 units
    Earth’s surficial processes and landforms; effects of tectonics, climate and geology; landscape evolution. Landform interpretation using maps; surface water hydrology; applications.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1  and GEOL 7 , or instructor consent; 1 year of college calculus and physics recommended.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 135 - Geochemistry

    4 units
    Application of geochemical and thermodynamic principles to solution of geologic problems. Topics include: equilibrium-disequilibrium reactions, major and trace element behavior, isotope systematics and modern analytical methods.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 122  and CHEM 1B  (or equivalent).
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 137 - Introduction to GPS/GIS for Geologic Applications

    4 units
    Introduction to digital geologic mapping and analysis using Trimble GPS and ArcView GIS.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1  and GEOL 7 , or instructor consent. Computer literacy assumed.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 140 - Principles of Engineering Geology

    4 units
    Qualitative and quantitative analysis of geologic factors influencing site selection, development and use; methods of data collection, interpretation and presentations.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 125 .
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 142 - Paleontology

    4 units
    Study of the major groups of invertebrate fossils and their use in geological studies; principles of stratigraphy, including seismic stratigraphy.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hours/lab and field trips 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1  and GEOL 7 .
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with BIOL 142 . Geology is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOL 143 - Active Tectonics

    4 units
    This course will introduce students to the interdisciplinary field of Active Tectonics. The aim of the course is to provide students with a comprehensive and quantitative understanding of the tectonic and surficial processes that shape the Earth’s surface.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 4 hours/Lab 3 hours

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1 , GEOL 7 , and GEOL 28 . GEOL 137  recommended.
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 145 - Earth System Science

    4 units
    Exploration of the interconnected systems and processes that have driven Earth’s evolution over time and continue to function today. Capstone course that includes course projects and labs.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1 , GEOL 7  or instructor consent
    Corequisite(s): One semester of Chemistry
    Grading: Graded


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  • GEOL 150 - Field Studies in Natural History

    1-2 units
    Field courses given on site, typically covering general ecology, botany, geology, zoology and specialized natural areas such as Baja California, Death Valley, seacoasts and mountains. Repeatable for up to a total of 3 units of credit when location or content changes.

    Satisfies B3: Laboratory Science

    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): Not an elective in the department majors.

    Cross-listed with BIOL 150 . Biological Sciences is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOL 168A - Global Climate Change I

    6 units
    Scientific and social scientific approaches to the process and effects of global climate change: Climate changes in the Earth’s past, interactions between climate and life, anthropogenic climate change, socioeconomic contexts of environmental effects, cultural influences on climate change mitigation strategies.

    Prerequisite(s): Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.

    Cross-listed with COMM 168A  / ENVS 168A  / HUM 168A  / METR 168A . Communication Studies is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOL 168B - Global Climate Change II

    3 units
    Scientific and social scientific approaches to the process and effects of global climate change: Climate changes in the Earth’s past, interactions between climate and life, anthropogenic climate change, socioeconomic contexts of environmental effects, cultural influences on climate change mitigation strategies.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies R+S+V: Earth & Environment + Self, Society & Equality in the U.S. + Culture, Civilization & Global Understanding

    Prerequisite(s): COMM 168A  / ENVS 168A  / GEOL 168A  / HUM 168A  ​ / METR 168A ; Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.

    Cross-listed with COMM 168B  / ENVS 168B  / HUM 168B  / METR 168B . Communication Studies is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOL 174 - Hazardous Materials

    3 units
    Review of current methods and procedures for management of hazardous materials and hazardous wastes; analysis of contaminated systems and remedial actions.

    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 51 , PHYS 52 , or PHYS 71 and CHEM 1A  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with CHE 174 . Chemical Engineering is responsible for scheduling.


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  • GEOL 184 - Directed Reading

    1-3 units
    Reading of books, journals and papers chosen to fill gaps in training. Evaluation through weekly reports and conference.

    Prerequisite(s): Not available to Open University Students
    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • GEOL 192 - International Program Studies

    1-12 units
    Study Abroad and Away transfer credit course. Study Abroad and Away provides students the opportunity to study abroad on long term programs (Exchange Programs, CSU International Programs, and International Student Exchange Programs) and short-term programs (Faculty-Led Programs and Summer School Abroad Programs) for academic credit, offering Alternative Break Programs for cultural immersion, and designing other globally focused opportunities. This course is designated as a placeholder course for Study Abroad and Away programs.

    Grading: Mixed Grading


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