Environmental and Geological Field Methods
Course Description
Summary
Earth and Environmental Science work begins with making observations of natural phenomena and collecting quantitative field data. This course will teach the basic methodologies used by scientists to collect and analyze field data. This will include how to make and record careful observations of landscapes and Earth materials, how to collect water, soil, and rock samples, and the use of data-loggers to make continuous observations of phenomena. Students will be expected to develop projects from their work in the class.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will learn to make careful, descriptive observations of natural landscapes and other geological features.
- Students will learn to independently collect water and process and soil samples for environmental analyses.
- Students will learn appropriate procedures to analyze and interpret the results of environmental analyses.
Prerequisites
Prior coursework in Earth or Environmental Science; Permission of Instructor.
Please contact the faculty member : tschroeder@bennington.edu
Cross List
- Environment