This course is a study of the earth, its materials, its surface processes, internal processes and a brief account of earth's history. This course is intended to introduce non-science majors to the science of geology, to educate students about the processes that operate on the earth now and in the past, and how humans interact with the modern processes, and to help students appreciate the rich natural geologic laboratory present in Utah.

The Survey of Geology lab component allows for student application of the principles learned in Survey of Geology lecture. It also teaches students skills necessary to apply these principles. There is an emphasis on investigative learning. In this course students will learn how to identify and interpret common minerals, rocks, and fossils. In addition, students will learn to read and interpret topographic and geologic maps, aerial and satellite photos, and interpret landforms, geologic history, and resources on these maps and photos.

This course is an introduction to the history of life on Earth. Students will explore the connections between Earth's geologic and evolutionary histories through basic principles of geology, paleontology, biology, and ecology. The study of prehistoric life will be used as a model for the workings of the Scientific Method.

This course is an introduction to the principles of geology as observed and studied in the national parks of a selected area. Designed for non-science majors. 3-4 weekend field trips or an approximately 2-week field trip will be required. A class fee is required to partially cover field trip expenses.

This course is an introduction to physical geology. It includes an introduction to the materials and composition of the earth and the physical processes, both internal and external, that shape the earth. A field trip may be required.

In this course, students will learn how to identify common minerals and rocks, read and interpret topographic and geologic maps and aerial photographs. The course is designed for geology majors, related majors, and others interested.

This course is an introduction to the principles involved in deciphering the earth's past including the study of fossils. It will also cover the major physical and biological events in the earth's history. This course is designed for geology majors. A field trip will be required.

In this course, students will learn to apply the basic principles of historical geology including rock identification, sedimentology, relative and absolute dating, fossil identification, geologic map interpretation, and interpretation of rocks in the field.

This course introduces fundamental navigation skills using handheld GPS units, compasses, and map reading skills. The class will also cover how to transfer and manipulate data onto basic GIS software to create usable maps.

This course is an interdisciplinary introduction for Geographical Information Systems (GIS). It covers general GIS applications and teaches fundamentals in the use of the current-version of ArcGIS by ESRI which is the widest used software in the field. The class includes hands-on experience with the software that will aid students planning careers in engineering, drafting, geology, geography, natural resources, law enforcement, many business fields, surveying, journalism, and many other areas. GPS will also be taught for producing input for GIS if time permits.

This course will cover principles of geographic data acquisition, processing, and display through digital methods. Students will learn how to use GIS to generate information for spatial-decision making and understand the limitations and pitfalls of using GIS in spatial analysis. This course is designed to be applied to any field ranging from business to natural resources and from social science to engineering.

This course will allow students to learn about the detailed requirements of the systems that surround the aircraft (control, communications) as well as the construction of various types of aircraft (multi-rotor, helicopter, vertical take-off, fixed wing, etc.). Cross-listed as DRON 1950.

This course will consist of a few short meetings and a required multi-day field trip (of 3 - 5 days) to areas of geologic interest. Students will also be introduced to some of the basic skills required of a field geologist. A $50 course fee is required. This class is designed for majors and others interested. This course may be repeated.

This course will consist of a few short meetings and a required multi-day field trip (of 3 - 5 days) to areas of geologic interest. Students will also be introduced to some of the basic skills required of a field geologist. A $50 course fee is required. This class is designed for majors and others interested. This course may be repeated.

This course will cover principles of geographic data acquisition, processing, and display through digital methods. Students will learn how to use GIS to generate information for spatial-decision making and understand the limitations and pitfalls of using GIS in spatial analysis. This course is designed to be applied to any field ranging from business to natural resources and from social science to engineering.

Safety training in natural resources helps students obtain the necessary skills and certifications to allow them to be employable in the field and perform required duties safely. This course will cover material necessary to pass the FAA Part 107 test to receive a small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) commercial pilot license. It will also overview drone operations and applications. This course is cross-listed as DRON 2845

Un-manned Aerial Systems (UAS, drones) offer technological advantages and opportunities in many fields such as forestry, range science, mineral extraction, real estate, geology, commercialization, energy production, and agriculture. This course explores techniques in this broad range of areas and provides hands-on industry style experience to students. This course is the second course in a series (following GEO 2845). This course is cross-listed as DRON 2846.

Cartography is the science and art of map making. Students will learn principles for creating maps that immediately and effectively communicate spatial relationships to a reader, applying those principles to their own maps over the course of the semester. This course is designed for non-majors and majors.

This capstone course will allow students to use skills that they have learned in previous GIS courses to complete a series of applied projects using geographic information systems. Each project will require the student to creatively develop a presentable solution to a problem. Each project will be based on essential skills used in the workforce and the interest of the student.