4.00 Credits
Studies of the geologic occurrence and methods of locating, mining, evaluating, and processing fossil fuels, industrial, and ore minerals. Geology of major, world-wide fuel and mineral deposits and environmental problems associated with their exploitation. Students consider factors that influence the economics of energy and mineral exploitation and explore renewable and nuclear energy sources. Lecture and laboratory exercises are designed to provide students with hands-on experience using relevant laboratory equipment.
Prerequisite:
EGGS120 AND EGGS130