GEOS 206 EV - Environmental Geology

Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 4

Environmental geology focuses on the interaction between humans and geological processes that shape Earth’s environment. An emphasis is placed upon both how integral earth processes are to human survival and the fact that humans are an integral part of a complex and interactive system called the Earth System. The study of Environmental Geology brings important knowledge and information to the search for solutions to many of the problems facing humanity today. Challenges such as expanding populations, resource distribution and use, energy and water availability and earth processes (especially flooding, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides, etc.) that pose serious risks to life and property are addressed. Possible solutions are explored that work within ecological realities and prioritize the ability to meet the needs of the current population without reducing the options available to future generations. Cross-listed ENVS216

Prerequisite(s): None.