Nov 23, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2018-19

GEOL 1700 - Metal, Stone, Energy, and Society


Survey of a broad array of Earth resources with the goal of examining the impact of those resources on society. The influence of plate-tectonic processes and Earth’s evolution on resource distribution are considered. The manner in which technological changes in mineral processing are changing recycling rates and are fostering closer connections between industries, the environment, and society will be explored.

Credit Hours: 3
General Education Code: 2AS
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Course Transferability: OTM Course: TMNS Natural Sciences
College Credit Plus: Level 1

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