My main teaching responsibilities are in the area of Geophysics in the Department of Geology and Geography. However, I have taught undergraduate courses in Physical Geology and Engineering Geology, and graduate courses in Tectonics, Earth Science for Teachers, and Geocommunications. In addition, I have been a mentor for undergraduate students and thesis advisor for graduate students (refer to current and previous students on website). I am also an affiliated faculty member in the Honors College. Below are descriptions of these courses.

GEOL 1100 PHYSICAL GEOLOGY (4). LEC. 3, LAB. 2. Coreq., GEOL 1101

Science Core. General physical geology. Survey of the important minerals and rocks. Origin and classification of geologic structures, earthquakes, and landforms. Study of geologic maps.

 HONR 1087 HONORS LYCEUM (1). LEC. 1. SU. Pr., Honors College.

Weekly academic lectures followed by discussion and interaction. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours.

GEOL 3150 ENGINEERING GEOLOGY (3). LEC. 2, LAB. 2.

Fundamental geologic principles, materials, and processes that affect engineering projects and programs. Emphasis on pre-construction geological analysis to recognize potential hazards and problems.

HONR 4007 HONORS APOGEE PROJECT (3). IND. 3. Pr., Honors College.

Advanced directed study, usually based in a student’s undergraduate research, leading to the completion of an Honors Apogee Experience, the capstone of the Honors College. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

 GEOL 4930 DIRECTED STUDIES IN UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH (1-3).IND.

Directed studies in areas of geology not covered by an existing course or to supplement knowledge gained from an existing course. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 3 credit hours.

 GEOL 4980 UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH METHODS (1-3). IND.

Active participation in original research under supervision of a senior investigator.Course may be repeated for a maximum of 3 credit hours.

GEOL 4997 HONORS THESIS (2-4). LEC. 3. Pr., Honors College.

May incorporate library, field or laboratory research in any proportion. Written thesis and thesis defense required. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours.

GEOL 5600 APPLIED GEOPHYSICS (4). LEC. 3, LAB. 2. Pr., (GEOL 1100 or GEOL 3150) and (MATH 1620 or MATH 1627) and PHYS 1510.

Overview of geophysical methods with applications to resource, tectonic and environmental analyses. Seismic refraction and reflection, gravity, magnetics, electrical and electromagnetic methods will be included.

GEOL 5400/6400 PRINCIPLES OF EARTH SCIENCE (3). LEC. 2, LAB. 2.

A special course for in-service and future teachers only. Internal and surficial geologic processes, meteorology and oceanography.

GEOL 6600 APPLIED GEOPHYSICS (4). LEC. 3, LAB. 2. Pr., (GEOL 1100 or GEOL 3150) and MATH 1620 and PHYS 1510.

Overview of geophysical methods with applications to resource, tectonic and environmental analyses. Seismic refraction and reflection, gravity, magnetics, electrical and electromagnetic methods will be included.

GEOL 7100 GEOCOMMUNICATION (3). LEC. 3.

Instruction and practice in written and oral communication skills necessary for a successful career in the geosciences; emphasis on preparation of scientific articles, technical reports, abstracts, and thesis; preparation and delivery of oral presentations.

GEOL 7200 TECTONICS (3). LEC. 2, LAB. 2. Pr., GEOL 2050 and GEOL 4010.

Emphasis will be placed on plate tectonics and driving forces, evolution of collisional, transform and extensional systems, and dynamic indicators of past and current tectonic processes.

GEOL 7550 ADVANCED GEOPHYSICAL METHODS (3). LEC. 2, LAB. 2. Pr., GEOL 6600. 

Advanced treatment of geophysical methods, data interpretation and modeling. Applications to resource development and environmental assessments will be explored, with emphasis on seismic methods.

GEOL 7930 DIRECTED STUDIES (1-3). LEC. 3. Directed studies.

May incorporate literature, field and/or laboratory research in any proportion. Subject matter and credit hours shall be determined by student and directing faculty.

GEOL 7990 RESEARCH AND THESIS (1-10). MST. 

Credit to be arranged. Course may be repeated with change in topics.