GEOLOGY 2610 - Mineralogy and Crystallography

4 Credit Hours (Fall semester)

An introduction to the study of minerals, including their systematic classification, crystallography, morphology, chemistry, societal use, geologic occurrence, environmental application and impact, and identification by means of their physical and chemical properties. Prerequisites: Chem 1310.

GEOLOGY 3511 - Introduction to Mineral Deposits

3 Credit Hours (Fall semester)

Basic processes involved in the formation of metallic and industrial mineral deposits illustrated by typical examples of deposits from throughout the world. Exploration and economic factors in mineral exploration and development are reviewed. Prerequisites: Geology 1110 and Geology 2610.

GEOLOGY 4085 - Internship (Mineral Exploration)

3-6 Credit Hours (all year)

Internship during the semester at the Doe Run Mining Company. Doe Run is the largest lead producer in the western world, mining Missouri's world-class Mississippi Valley Type lead-zinc deposits. Students enrolled in the internship class will gain hands-on experience for 1-2 days per week in Doe Run's exploration office in Viburnum, Missouri. Available to undergraduate and graduate students. Prerequisites: Geology 3511 (Introduction to Mineral Deposits) and Geology 4521 (Ore Microscopy).

GEOLOGY 4521 - Ore Microscopy

3 Credit Hours (Spring Semester, every two years)

A study of polished sections of minerals and ores under reflected light. Includes the preparation of polished sections, the identification of ore minerals, and the study of the textures, associations, and alterations of ore minerals. Prerequisite: Geology 3511.

GEOLOGY 4731 - Astronomy and Planetary Science

3 Credit Hours (Spring Semester)

Basic principles of astronomy, the origin and evolution of the universe, stellar evolution, and the origin, composition, and processes operating on the planetary bodies in the solar system (besides the Earth). Prerequisite: Entrance requirements for the MST program in Earth Science.

GEOLOGY 6411 - Advanced Geochemistry

3 Credit Hours (Spring Semester, very two years)

Learn about absolute and relative abundances of elements and isotopes in the Earth, principles of element transport, formation of the Earth's layers, geochemical modelling and analytical chemistry. Prerequisite: Geology 3410.

GEOLOGY 6551 - Global Tectonics and Metallogeny

3 Credit Hours (Fall Semester, every two years)

An advanced study of mineral deposits, time and space in deposition, theories of deposition and their effect on exploration. Discussions based on maps, logs, and samples from the world's typical mineral deposits. Prerequisite: Geology 3511.

GEOLOGY 4099 - Undergraduate Research

1 - 6 Credit Hours (all year)

Designed for the undergraduate student who wishes to engage in research. Not for graduate credit. Not more than six (6) credit hours allowed for graduation credit. Subject and credit to be arranged with the instructor.

GEOLOGY 5099-6099 - Research

1 - 15 Credit Hours (all year)

Investigations of an advanced nature leading to the preparation of a thesis or dissertation.