/GLG 519. Geology of Streams

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This field course examines the nature of streams, how humans have impacted stream systems in the US, and efforts underway to restore streams to their natural conditions. Students will canoe down waterways and camp along the river at night. Students will learn to collect and evaluate primary field data for the purpose of stream classification, quality habitat assessments, and evaluating human impacts and modifications to streams. This data may entail aspects of fluvial geomorphology, surficial geology, and water chemistry analysis. Students will analyze data in the field, and complete a final research project after completion of the field component of the course. This course is only offered as part of a credit workshop. EL. Prerequisites: GLG 111 , GLG 121 , GLG 141 , or approval of Instructor.