The Department of Geosciences offers a Master of Science in Geosciences with tracks in professional sciences and thesis research. This program appeals to undergraduates with a wide range of backgrounds beyond traditional Geosciences disciplines. The multi-disciplinary nature of the program offers opportunities to develop new skillsets in geospatial sciences (Geographic Information Systems, remote sensing, spatial analysis) and environmental geosystems (hydrogeology and watershed systems) that complement/enhance undergraduates experiences and backgrounds. Over the years we have had many students successfully completing the program with degrees in anthropology, physics, business, archeology, biology, computer science, and others.
The Master of Science in Geosciences requires completion of a minimum of 36 semester hours which usually translates into four semesters. Most classes are either late afternoon or in the evenings to accommodate working professionals. Additionally, the Department of Geosciences has some funding opportunities for Research Graduate Assistants, Teaching Graduate Assistants, and hourly workers.
The demand for professional with skillset in geospatial sciences (Geographic Information Systems, remote sensing, and spatial analysis) and environmental geosystems (hydrogeology and watershed systems) is high, and job growth is expected to rise up to 25 percent in coming years.
The professional science track combines business and science coursework to prepare students to develop necessary science proficiency while simultaneously developing workplace skills. The Master of Science in Geosciences – professional science track follows recommendations and best practices from national organizations such as the Professional Science Master’s. The program is designed to be completed in two years and it culminates with a professional internship.
The thesis research track includes the completion of a thesis project. Students, in consultation with a faculty member, define a thesis committee and work on a research project (field, laboratory, computer simulation, geospatial analysis, etc). This program culminates with the thesis oral defense and approval of the thesis by the committee members. This experience prepares students for specialized positions and doctoral programs.
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As part of the requirements for her thesis-track masters degree, recent graduate Charlotte Tierney completed a project analyzing the surface of Mars. Using remote sensing and geospatial technologies, Charlotte was able to geomorphologically analyze physical features on the planet's surface and make inferences on the atmospheric and hydrologic forces that may have caused them to be formed. Her thesis committee consisted of Drs. Henrique Momm, Joe Collins, and Jeremy Aber.
Eugenie Valerie Kamgue, who already has bachelor's and master's degrees in physics plus an environmental engineering degree, is among students pursuing MTSU's new master's with a Geosciences concentration. Kamgue, a native of Cameroon in Africa, in part chose the program because she had previously used GIS software in writing her engineering thesis. The project was designed to help officials in Ouagadougou, Burkina-Faso, allocate resources like sanitation, roads, water, and electricity to improve living conditions for impoverished suburban settlements. She worked for a civil engineering company before her husband moved to Knoxville for post-doctoral work, but she chose MTSU over a similar program at Tennessee. Kamgue, on a Ph.D. path unlike many in the Professional Sciences program, also is assisting Dr. Henrique Momm with GIS on a conservation research project to suggest vegetation locations to repair the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
The Geosciences master’s program prepares students for careers in local, state, and federal government agencies; private industry; the non-profit sector; and academic positions supporting spatially related projects and research. This graduate concentration provides training for students seeking careers in the high-demand geosciences job market, as well as working professionals seeking advanced training or movement into managerial positions. Examples of some professions boosted by this master's degree:
Many MTSU graduates with Geosciences degrees are employed with environmental and geospatial consulting firms, government agencies, and energy and mining companies. A rising demand for geoscientists will be spurred by increased interest in the renewable energy transition, environmental protection, and responsible land and resource management. Management, scientific, and technical consulting services are expected to see growth. Places that our graduates have found work include:
Students in Geosciences choose from two tracks: professional science (pre-professional internship track) or thesis research (traditional thesis-based research track). Admission to the Geosciences master's program is open to all students with undergraduate degrees in the geosciences or related fields who meet the admission requirements of the M.S. degree program.
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Henrique Momm, Program Coordinator
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The Department of Geosciences offers a Master of Science in Geosciences with tracks in professional sciences and thesis research. The professional sciences track is a two-year program that combines business and science with a required professional internship. The thesis research track requires an oral defense of the thesis. Students interested in this program should contact the graduate program director for additional information.
Admission to the Master of Science in Geosciences requires
All application materials are to be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies.
Applicant must
The Master of Science in Geosciences requires completion of 36-39 (thesis option) or 36 (non-thesis option) semester hours.
All students must satisfactorily complete either a pre-professional internship (3 credit hours) or a thesis (6-9 credit hours).
The following illustrates the minimum coursework requirements.
A maximum of 8 credit hours of 5000-level courses will count toward the degree. Additional 5000-level credit hours will be considered elective hours.
3credit hours
Surveys accounting skills and legal perspectives necessary for managers without undergraduate business degrees to enter the businessworld. Will not meet the requirements for the M.S. in Information Systems, M.Acc. in Accounting, or the M.B.A. degree programs.
3credit hours
Analysis of communication theory and communication processes with emphasis on development of executive communication skills essential for understanding organizational processes from a holistic perspective. Covers organizational theory, behavior, and interpersonal communication from both a domestic and global perspective.
3credit hours
A supervised program of related work experience. Provides experiential opportunities for the application of the theoretical concepts learned.
3credit hours
Issues in leadership and motivation in business organizations. An examination of the theoretical framework for leadership and motivation processes serves as foundation. Emphasis on practical issues and applications of leadership development and motivation.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in the Master of Science in Professional Sciences program; graduate level. Focuses on probability and statistics concepts. Topics include binomial and normal probabilistic modeling; important statistical concepts such as confounding, randomization, sampling variability and significance; statistical testing of significant differences and associations; and design experiments to test research hypotheses.
2credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 1030/1031 or GEOL 1040/1041, or equivalent. A discussion of current issues in geosciences led by guest speakers, MTSU faculty members, and graduate students.
3credit hours
Applies computational technology to solve practical problems in geology and physical geography fields using statistical and data analysis methods to describe, analyze, transform, and utilize geospatial datasets. Processing, summarizing, graphical visualization, and spatial inferences about transformative processes and past/future state of natural environment phenomena.
Select 16 hours from the following:
4credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 3000. Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Theories of formation and evolution based upon mineralogical and geochemical evidence. Examination and classification of rocks in hand sample and thin section. Additional assignments involving data analysis and interpretation and completion of a research paper required for graduate credit. Lecture and laboratory.
4credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 1030/1031 or 1040/1041. The origin, regional distribution, and geomorphic features and history of the landforms of the United States. Students required to analyze maps, structure sections, and aerial photography to determine geomorphic form and the forces and processes that produced these forms plus research a geomorphic problem resulting in a thesis-type paper. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
4credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 1050. Invertebrate and microscopic animal life of the past including recent preserved representatives and their ancient fossilized ancestors. Numerous field trips to local fossil-collecting sites. Designed to aid in the preparation of earth science teachers, geologists, and biologists. Research paper on a topic approved by instructor. An oral presentation of this material may be required. Lecture and laboratory
3credit hours
Prerequisites: GEOL 1030/1031 or GEOL 1040/1041 or equivalent; MATH 1720 and MATH 1710 or MATH 1730. Principles and applications of geology in engineering practice. Engineering geology exploration, behavior of soils and rocks for engineering projects, application of engineering geology to the solution of construction and environmental problems. Three hours lecture per week.
3credit hours
Physical laws as they relate to the atmosphere, atmospheric processes and their effects on air masses, fronts, and atmospheric circulation, the dynamics of the atmosphere and its relationship to the hydrosphere. Special problem to be assigned by the instructor.
4credit hours
Includes topics from geology, astronomy, meteorology, and oceanography. Specifically designed to aid in the preparation of earth science teachers in the public schools. Term paper on topic approved by the instructor. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
4credit hours
Prerequisites: GEOL 1050 and 3000 or consent of instructor. Sedimentary rocks; the processes of sedimentation, the alteration of sediments through time, and an examination of the resulting stratigraphic units. For geoscience majors and those with interests in soil mechanics and civil engineering. Research paper on a topic approved by the instructor. An oral presentation may also be required. Lecture and laboratory.
3credit hours
Prerequisites: MATH 1720 or MATH 1730; GEOL 1030/1031 or 1040/1041. Orientation and deformation of rock. Geometric, analytical, and statistical solutions to structural problems. Emphasis on three-dimensional visualization, problem solving, geological map interpretation, and the mechanics of deformation. Case analyzing, research, and interpretation required. Lecture and laboratory.
4credit hours
Prerequisites: MATH 1910, PHYS 2010/2011 or 2110/2111, or consent of instructor. PHYS 2020/2021 or 2120/2121, GEOL 1030/1031 or 1040/1041, and MATH 1920 also recommended. Survey of seismic, gravimetric, and magnetic/electrical exploration methods. Applied course covering some elementary theory, basic field practice, computation fundamentals, interpretation techniques. Case analysis, research, and interpretation required. Two-hour lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
4credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 1030/1031 or 1040/1041 or PGEO 1030 or consent of instructor. Application of geologic information to minimize possible environmental degradation and maximize utilization of resources in the natural and modified environment, local examples and field trips. Topics include engineering properties of earth materials, natural hazard prediction and reduction, water supply, solid and hazardous wastes, mineral resources, global change, land-use planning, environmental impact analysis. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week. An in-depth research project and paper required.
5credit hours
Prerequisites: MATH 1720 or MATH 1730; GEOL 1030/1031 or 1040/1041; GEOL 1050; or consent of instructor. Basic processes and measurement of the hydrologic cycle, including precipitation, evaporation, surface runoff, stream flow, soil moisture, and ground water. Emphasis placed on ground water, including geology of occurrence, principles of flow, conceptual models of regional flow, chemistry and quality, well hydraulics, aquifer characteristics, resource development, detection of pollutants, and contaminant transport. Additional individual research project required, including a written and classroom report. Lecture and laboratory.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 3000. Principles of inorganic geochemistry. Geochemistry of the earth and solar system, isotope geochronometers, thermodynamics of geochemical processes, mineral stability diagrams, isotope fractionation, rates of geochemical processes, chemical weathering, chemical compositions of surface and groundwater, geochemical exploration, geochemical cycles, environmental geochemistry. Additional assignments involving data analysis and interpretation and completion of a research paper required for graduate credit. Three-hour lecture per week.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 4130 or GEOL 5130. Advanced course that emphasizes applied methods for assessing hazardous and solid waste facilities and contaminated ground water remediation techniques. Included will be site characterization methods, ground water sampling procedures, and monitoring well installation techniques. Additional assignments involving case history analysis with an oral presentation will be required of graduate students. Three hours lecture per week.
4credit hours
Supervised study in some geological area preceded by classroom preview and concluded by a time of evaluation. Emphasis on the natural and physical elements of the environment, with special attention directed toward the geomorphology and geology of scientific areas. An intensive period of study and research on a full-time basis. Work required will depend on area researched and time involved. Consult department chair for specific fees.
3credit hours
Corequisite: Graduate standing in Geosciences or permission of department. Principles of environmental geosystems. The role of geologic processes in natural and human-induced distribution of contaminants in minerals, rocks, soils, surface water, and groundwater. Detection, measurement, and remediation of human impacts on geologic environments. Three hours lecture per week.
3credit hours
Prerequisite:GEOL 6000. Environmental geosystem case studies involving natural and human-induced distribution of contaminants in minerals, rocks, soils, surface water, and groundwater and the detection, measurement, and remediation of contaminants in geologic environments. Three hours lecture per week.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 4130 or GEOL 5130. Advanced principles and the applications of hydrogeologic modeling techniques used to investigate and remediate contaminated groundwater. Three hours lecture per week.
3credit hours
General knowledge of the field including familiarity with the techniques and tools of professional cartography and graphics. Selected lectures and class discussions. A series of map construction assignments; a specialized map assignment supported by written analysis. Three hours lecture per week.
4credit hours
Supervised study in some geographical area, preceded by classroom preview and concluded by a time of evaluation. Emphasis on the natural and cultural elements of the environment, with special attention directed toward the pattern of human occupancy. An intensive period of study and research on a full-time basis. Work required will depend on area researched and time involved. Consult department chair for specific fees.
4credit hours
Various vehicles of remote sensing such as radar, satellite imagery, and infrared data. Use of data in preparation of maps and applications to land use and environmental problems examined. Selection of data from either a numeric or image remote sensing system, interpreting, and developing a report from the interpretations. Three hours lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.
4credit hours
Prerequisite: PGEO 4490 or PGEO 5490. Computer processing of selected satellite imagery. Laboratory will provide practical experience through design, execution, and completion of applied remote sensing projects, one of which will be the effects of an environmental impact.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PGEO 5490 or PGEO 4490. Lecture and laboratory in the study of advanced topics in remote sensing, including but not limited to, active sensors (LiDAR and RADAR), hyperspectral, and spectroscopy. Three hours lecture/laboratory per week.
4credit hours
Principles, methods, and techniques of image interpretation including maps, satellite data, and aerial photos. Environmental impact of a special project. Three hours lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.
3credit hours
Lecture and laboratory work relative to computer-manipulated geographic data base. Laboratory work will involve experience in practical application of a geographic information system (GIS) to problem-solving. Student will take appropriate data and compile an environmental impact statement (EIS). Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PGEO 4530 or PGEO 5530. Lecture and laboratory work related to the principles and applications of geographic information systems (GIS). Continued training in GIS analysis including raster analysis, spatial analysis, network analysis, and geocoding. Data management including data editing, geodatabase design, and creation also examined. Other topics include resource management, demographic, and civic application. Three hours lecture per week.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PGEO 4560 or PGEO 5560. Use of geographic information systems, computer programming, and database operations to analyze geodata. Study of geographic areas recently modified by natural or human phenomena to acquire relevant data, use appropriate spatial statistics, and make inferences about the transformative process and/or the future state of the study area. Presentation of findings in both map and report form. Three hours lecture per week.
4credit hours
Evaluate integrated environmental systems and physical processes in landscapes through application of GIS technology. Make spatial inferences about transformative processes and past/future state of the study area. Describe techniques required to complete environmental studies at multiple scales involving geospatial datasets.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PGEO 5570. Development of custom/tailored GIS-based computer programming to analyze geospatial datasets for making inferences about the Earth's natural and human systems. Extend commercially available geographic information systems software packages through the development of novel computer programs to perform GIS tasks such as spatial analysis, data transformation, map generation, and geospatial database integration.
1 to 3credit hours
Individual-based study/research in particular area or field of Geosciences related to student's interest and professional objectives. May be repeated once, up to a maximum of six credits.
1 to 9credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of department. Selection of a research problem, review of pertinent literature, collection and analysis of data, and documentation of findings.
3credit hours
Integrates all areas of IT project management into a coherent analysis. Covers topics, situations, and problems using case study techniques. Includes the development of project management software skills.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Computational and Data Science Ph.D. program or permission of instructor. Foundational overview of the mathematical and scientific underpinnings of computational science. Introduces the principles of finding computer solutions to contemporary science challenges. Offers preparation for core and elective courses in the Ph.D. program in Computational Science by reviewing essential mathematical methods and basic science principles drawn from biology, chemistry, and physics. Special topics include techniques of high performance computing and applications, parallel systems, and theory of computation, case studies in computational chemistry, physics, and mathematical biology.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PLSO 3340 or instructor approval. The co-evolution of soil landscapes, important morphological soil properties, influence of geologic and geomorphic settings on soil development. The role of water in the development of soil horizons. Factors and processes of soil genesis. Lecture/Lab.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PLSO 3340 or instructor approval. Soil properties used to determine the suitability of soils for various uses; tasks and reports involved in soil survey; Methods of soil evaluation and interpretation. Use of electronic database for land use decisions. Lecture/Lab.
A maximum of 11 credit hours of 5000-level courses will count toward the degree. Additional 5000-level credit hours will be considered elective credit hours.
2credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 1030/1031 or GEOL 1040/1041, or equivalent. A discussion of current issues in geosciences led by guest speakers, MTSU faculty members, and graduate students.
3credit hours
Applies computational technology to solve practical problems in geology and physical geography fields using statistical and data analysis methods to describe, analyze, transform, and utilize geospatial datasets. Processing, summarizing, graphical visualization, and spatial inferences about transformative processes and past/future state of natural environment phenomena.
Select 25 hours from the following:
4credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 3000. Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Theories of formation and evolution based upon mineralogical and geochemical evidence. Examination and classification of rocks in hand sample and thin section. Additional assignments involving data analysis and interpretation and completion of a research paper required for graduate credit. Lecture and laboratory.
4credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 1030/1031 or 1040/1041. The origin, regional distribution, and geomorphic features and history of the landforms of the United States. Students required to analyze maps, structure sections, and aerial photography to determine geomorphic form and the forces and processes that produced these forms plus research a geomorphic problem resulting in a thesis-type paper. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
4credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 1050. Invertebrate and microscopic animal life of the past including recent preserved representatives and their ancient fossilized ancestors. Numerous field trips to local fossil-collecting sites. Designed to aid in the preparation of earth science teachers, geologists, and biologists. Research paper on a topic approved by instructor. An oral presentation of this material may be required. Lecture and laboratory
3credit hours
Prerequisites: GEOL 1030/1031 or GEOL 1040/1041 or equivalent; MATH 1720 and MATH 1710 or MATH 1730. Principles and applications of geology in engineering practice. Engineering geology exploration, behavior of soils and rocks for engineering projects, application of engineering geology to the solution of construction and environmental problems. Three hours lecture per week.
3credit hours
Physical laws as they relate to the atmosphere, atmospheric processes and their effects on air masses, fronts, and atmospheric circulation, the dynamics of the atmosphere and its relationship to the hydrosphere. Special problem to be assigned by the instructor.
4credit hours
Includes topics from geology, astronomy, meteorology, and oceanography. Specifically designed to aid in the preparation of earth science teachers in the public schools. Term paper on topic approved by the instructor. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
4credit hours
Prerequisites: GEOL 1050 and 3000 or consent of instructor. Sedimentary rocks; the processes of sedimentation, the alteration of sediments through time, and an examination of the resulting stratigraphic units. For geoscience majors and those with interests in soil mechanics and civil engineering. Research paper on a topic approved by the instructor. An oral presentation may also be required. Lecture and laboratory.
3credit hours
Prerequisites: MATH 1720 or MATH 1730; GEOL 1030/1031 or 1040/1041. Orientation and deformation of rock. Geometric, analytical, and statistical solutions to structural problems. Emphasis on three-dimensional visualization, problem solving, geological map interpretation, and the mechanics of deformation. Case analyzing, research, and interpretation required. Lecture and laboratory.
4credit hours
Prerequisites: MATH 1910, PHYS 2010/2011 or 2110/2111, or consent of instructor. PHYS 2020/2021 or 2120/2121, GEOL 1030/1031 or 1040/1041, and MATH 1920 also recommended. Survey of seismic, gravimetric, and magnetic/electrical exploration methods. Applied course covering some elementary theory, basic field practice, computation fundamentals, interpretation techniques. Case analysis, research, and interpretation required. Two-hour lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
4credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 1030/1031 or 1040/1041 or PGEO 1030 or consent of instructor. Application of geologic information to minimize possible environmental degradation and maximize utilization of resources in the natural and modified environment, local examples and field trips. Topics include engineering properties of earth materials, natural hazard prediction and reduction, water supply, solid and hazardous wastes, mineral resources, global change, land-use planning, environmental impact analysis. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week. An in-depth research project and paper required.
5credit hours
Prerequisites: MATH 1720 or MATH 1730; GEOL 1030/1031 or 1040/1041; GEOL 1050; or consent of instructor. Basic processes and measurement of the hydrologic cycle, including precipitation, evaporation, surface runoff, stream flow, soil moisture, and ground water. Emphasis placed on ground water, including geology of occurrence, principles of flow, conceptual models of regional flow, chemistry and quality, well hydraulics, aquifer characteristics, resource development, detection of pollutants, and contaminant transport. Additional individual research project required, including a written and classroom report. Lecture and laboratory.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 3000. Principles of inorganic geochemistry. Geochemistry of the earth and solar system, isotope geochronometers, thermodynamics of geochemical processes, mineral stability diagrams, isotope fractionation, rates of geochemical processes, chemical weathering, chemical compositions of surface and groundwater, geochemical exploration, geochemical cycles, environmental geochemistry. Additional assignments involving data analysis and interpretation and completion of a research paper required for graduate credit. Three-hour lecture per week.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 4130 or GEOL 5130. Advanced course that emphasizes applied methods for assessing hazardous and solid waste facilities and contaminated ground water remediation techniques. Included will be site characterization methods, ground water sampling procedures, and monitoring well installation techniques. Additional assignments involving case history analysis with an oral presentation will be required of graduate students. Three hours lecture per week.
4credit hours
Supervised study in some geological area preceded by classroom preview and concluded by a time of evaluation. Emphasis on the natural and physical elements of the environment, with special attention directed toward the geomorphology and geology of scientific areas. An intensive period of study and research on a full-time basis. Work required will depend on area researched and time involved. Consult department chair for specific fees.
3credit hours
Corequisite: Graduate standing in Geosciences or permission of department. Principles of environmental geosystems. The role of geologic processes in natural and human-induced distribution of contaminants in minerals, rocks, soils, surface water, and groundwater. Detection, measurement, and remediation of human impacts on geologic environments. Three hours lecture per week.
3credit hours
Prerequisite:GEOL 6000. Environmental geosystem case studies involving natural and human-induced distribution of contaminants in minerals, rocks, soils, surface water, and groundwater and the detection, measurement, and remediation of contaminants in geologic environments. Three hours lecture per week.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: GEOL 4130 or GEOL 5130. Advanced principles and the applications of hydrogeologic modeling techniques used to investigate and remediate contaminated groundwater. Three hours lecture per week.
3credit hours
General knowledge of the field including familiarity with the techniques and tools of professional cartography and graphics. Selected lectures and class discussions. A series of map construction assignments; a specialized map assignment supported by written analysis. Three hours lecture per week.
4credit hours
Supervised study in some geographical area, preceded by classroom preview and concluded by a time of evaluation. Emphasis on the natural and cultural elements of the environment, with special attention directed toward the pattern of human occupancy. An intensive period of study and research on a full-time basis. Work required will depend on area researched and time involved. Consult department chair for specific fees.
4credit hours
Various vehicles of remote sensing such as radar, satellite imagery, and infrared data. Use of data in preparation of maps and applications to land use and environmental problems examined. Selection of data from either a numeric or image remote sensing system, interpreting, and developing a report from the interpretations. Three hours lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.
4credit hours
Prerequisite: PGEO 4490 or PGEO 5490. Computer processing of selected satellite imagery. Laboratory will provide practical experience through design, execution, and completion of applied remote sensing projects, one of which will be the effects of an environmental impact.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PGEO 5490 or PGEO 4490. Lecture and laboratory in the study of advanced topics in remote sensing, including but not limited to, active sensors (LiDAR and RADAR), hyperspectral, and spectroscopy. Three hours lecture/laboratory per week.
4credit hours
Principles, methods, and techniques of image interpretation including maps, satellite data, and aerial photos. Environmental impact of a special project. Three hours lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.
3credit hours
Lecture and laboratory work relative to computer-manipulated geographic data base. Laboratory work will involve experience in practical application of a geographic information system (GIS) to problem-solving. Student will take appropriate data and compile an environmental impact statement (EIS). Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PGEO 4530 or PGEO 5530. Lecture and laboratory work related to the principles and applications of geographic information systems (GIS). Continued training in GIS analysis including raster analysis, spatial analysis, network analysis, and geocoding. Data management including data editing, geodatabase design, and creation also examined. Other topics include resource management, demographic, and civic application. Three hours lecture per week.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PGEO 4560 or PGEO 5560. Use of geographic information systems, computer programming, and database operations to analyze geodata. Study of geographic areas recently modified by natural or human phenomena to acquire relevant data, use appropriate spatial statistics, and make inferences about the transformative process and/or the future state of the study area. Presentation of findings in both map and report form. Three hours lecture per week.
4credit hours
Evaluate integrated environmental systems and physical processes in landscapes through application of GIS technology. Make spatial inferences about transformative processes and past/future state of the study area. Describe techniques required to complete environmental studies at multiple scales involving geospatial datasets.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PGEO 5570. Development of custom/tailored GIS-based computer programming to analyze geospatial datasets for making inferences about the Earth's natural and human systems. Extend commercially available geographic information systems software packages through the development of novel computer programs to perform GIS tasks such as spatial analysis, data transformation, map generation, and geospatial database integration.
1 to 3credit hours
Individual-based study/research in particular area or field of Geosciences related to student's interest and professional objectives. May be repeated once, up to a maximum of six credits.
1 to 9credit hours
Prerequisite: Permission of department. Selection of a research problem, review of pertinent literature, collection and analysis of data, and documentation of findings.
3credit hours
Integrates all areas of IT project management into a coherent analysis. Covers topics, situations, and problems using case study techniques. Includes the development of project management software skills.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Computational and Data Science Ph.D. program or permission of instructor. Foundational overview of the mathematical and scientific underpinnings of computational science. Introduces the principles of finding computer solutions to contemporary science challenges. Offers preparation for core and elective courses in the Ph.D. program in Computational Science by reviewing essential mathematical methods and basic science principles drawn from biology, chemistry, and physics. Special topics include techniques of high performance computing and applications, parallel systems, and theory of computation, case studies in computational chemistry, physics, and mathematical biology.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PLSO 3340 or instructor approval. The co-evolution of soil landscapes, important morphological soil properties, influence of geologic and geomorphic settings on soil development. The role of water in the development of soil horizons. Factors and processes of soil genesis. Lecture/Lab.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: PLSO 3340 or instructor approval. Soil properties used to determine the suitability of soils for various uses; tasks and reports involved in soil survey; Methods of soil evaluation and interpretation. Use of electronic database for land use decisions. Lecture/Lab.
3credit hours
Analysis of communication theory and communication processes with emphasis on development of executive communication skills essential for understanding organizational processes from a holistic perspective. Covers organizational theory, behavior, and interpersonal communication from both a domestic and global perspective.
3credit hours
Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in the Master of Science in Professional Sciences program; graduate level. Focuses on probability and statistics concepts. Topics include binomial and normal probabilistic modeling; important statistical concepts such as confounding, randomization, sampling variability and significance; statistical testing of significant differences and associations; and design experiments to test research hypotheses.
3credit hours
Surveys accounting skills and legal perspectives necessary for managers without undergraduate business degrees to enter the businessworld. Will not meet the requirements for the M.S. in Information Systems, M.Acc. in Accounting, or the M.B.A. degree programs.
3credit hours
Issues in leadership and motivation in business organizations. An examination of the theoretical framework for leadership and motivation processes serves as foundation. Emphasis on practical issues and applications of leadership development and motivation.
1 to 9credit hours
Selection of a research problem, review of pertinent literature, collection and analysis of data, and documentation of results. Students in the Geosciences M.S. thesis track, once enrolled, should register for at least one credit hour of graduate thesis research each semester until completion of the master's thesis.
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