• GEOL 4160: Regional Tectonics

  2.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  A field-based introduction to the Mesozoic to early Cenozoic tectonic evolution of the U.S. Cordillera. Dual listed with GEOL 5160. Prerequisite: GEOL majors and junior or senior level standing.
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• GEOL 4170: Paleo Ceno Plac Ma

  4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Explores evolutionary histories of placental mammals characteristic of Cenozoic era as documented through fossil record study. Optional field trip. Prerequisites: 12 hours of biology and/or geology, ZOO 4000.
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• GEOL 4190: Petroleum Geology

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Principles governing the exploration for hydrocarbons; characteristics of reservoirs and traps; origin, migration and accumulation of hydrocarbons; subsurface evaluation techniques. Dual listed with GEOL 5190. Prerequisite: GEOL 2005 or PETE 3000.
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• GEOL 4191: Meth Petrol Geol

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  A strongly exercised-based course designed to give the student experience with subsurface geoscientific data interpretation. Most exercises utilize real data and focus on petroleum exploration and production, but have application to any kind of subsurface geologic study. Topics include: geophysical well log interpretation; subsurface pressure analysis; subsurface correlation and mapping techniques. Prerequisite: GEOL4190 or 5190.
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• GEOL 4200: Tpcs Geol:

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Studies particular geology topics in-depth at undergraduate level. Prerequisites: senior standing and 20 hours in geology.
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• GEOL 4210: Tpcs Geoph:

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Studies particular geophysics topics in-depth at undergraduate level. Prerequisites: senior standing and 20 hours in geology.
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• GEOL 4214: Topics in Economic Geology

  1.00 - 2.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Seminar in economic geology: topics will be influenced by the interest of students who register. For undergraduates looking to enroll in GEOL 4214, it is highly suggested that you have taken GEOL 4270 Ore Deposits before taking this class. Dual listed with GEOL 5214. Prerequisite: C or better in GEOL 2020.
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• GEOL 4250: Mathematical Geosciences

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  The purpose of this course is to strengthen the quantitative skills of students in geosciences by reviewing basic concepts of linear algebra, precalculus, derivation and integration through applications to real datasets and problem sets, and introducing basic concepts of inverse theory, spatial science, data analytics, and geostatistics. The examples focus on applications to practical geoscience problems. Prerequisites: MATH 1400 and 1405.
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• GEOL 4270: Hydrogeophysics

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Estimating groundwater parameters, contaminant transport, porosity and other hydrologic properties using geophysics. Integrates literature review, discussion, exercises and writing to introduce students to hydrogeophysics research. Students will acquire skills at reading technical publications, writing, and grain knowledge about current trends in the field. Emphasis on critical thinking and analysis of writing.
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• GEOL 4280: Paleobotany

  4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  An examination of the ecology and evolution of land plants throughout Earth history that emphasizes the profound impact plants have had on Earth's surface and atmosphere. Through a combination of lecture, discussion, and laboratory, the course will explore fossilized plant communities, their ecological properties, and effects of major environmental upheavals. Prerequisites: LIFE 1010 or GEOL 1100 or gra
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