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Academic Year 2000/2001

Energy, Mineral And Water Resources
E&ES 150 SP

This course will survey energy, mineral and water resources available to mankind. It gives a geological background to origins and sources of raw materials and describes the environmental, political and economic problems arising from their use and distribution. No prior geological knowledge is required.

MAJOR READINGS

EARTH RESOURCES, Skinner ENERGY & ECOLOGY, Gates

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Midterm and final exam, one term paper, problem sets.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Short field trips to mining areas and geologic landmarks.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM E&ES    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-26-2001

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