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George Mason University
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2016-2017 University Catalog 
  
2016-2017 University Catalog

GEOL 420 - Earth Science and Policy

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable for Credit
Offered by Atmospheric, Oceanic and Earth Sciences  


Discusses Earth science issues that have policy implications. Course uses a broad definition of Earth science, from atmosphere to geosphere. Taught seminar-style, with emphasis on discussion, reading, writing, critical analysis, and student oral presentations.

Designated a Green Leaf Course .

Fulfills Mason Core requirement in synthesis.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent enrollment in all other required Mason Core courses; completion of at least 18 credit hours in major or minor (geology, Earth science, ocean and estuarine science, or global and environmental change), and one of the following social science-based courses: EVPP 361; ECON 103; ANTH 114; GGS 103; GLOA 101; GOVT 132 or 133; HIST 125 or 130; SOCI 101, 102, or 120.
Notes: Course may include field trips.

Schedule Type: SEM
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0