GEOS 5300 Cooperative Geosciences (3
semester hours) An industrial internship in which a student gains real-world
industry experience through temporary employment at a geoscience company or
government agency. The activity may be in any area of geosciences, and must
have a faculty monitor to receive UTD credit. The topic must be approved in
advance by the faculty monitor. The student is required to provide regular
updates on progress and a final project report for evaluation. Grading is P/F.
Designed as an Individual Instruction Course. May be repeated for credit. (3-0)
R
GEOS 5301 Geology of the Metroplex
(3 semester hours) Lithologic constituents, stratigraphic history, and geologic
environments of the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. Special
emphasis is given to the Cretaceous sediments that underlie Tarrant and
GEOS 5302 Ocean Science (3 semester
hours) Overview of geological, chemical, physical and biological aspects of
oceanography, marine resources and environmental concerns. This course is for
students seeking the M.A.T. degree. This course cannot be used to satisfy
degree requirements of geosciences majors. (3-0) R
GEOS 5303 Computing for Geoscientists
(3 semester hours) Application of computer techniques in solving geological
problems. Includes instruction in the MATLAB (r) software, plotting facilities,
introductory matrix theory, and statistics. Students will examine problems in
basic statistical analysis, graphics, and mapping of geological and geophysical
data. Development of programming skills in areas directly related to thesis and
dissertation research is encouraged. Serves as introduction to UNIX and the
U.T. Dallas computing facility. (3-0) Y
GEOS 5304 Geosciences Field Trip (3
semester hours) A study of the geology of a selected region within North
America and the Caribbean followed by a field trip to the selected region in
order to study the relationships of geologic features within that region. This
course can only be used to partially satisfy the field experience requirement and
breadth requirement for geosciences majors. Field trip course. (May be repeated
for credit.) (3-0) Y
GEOS 5305 Petroleum Geosciences (3
semester hours) Survey of geological and geophysical methods used to find and
produce oil and gas, and to perform economic and risk analyses that are crucial
in reserve estimates and prospect evaluation. The course is designed to provide
the student with the necessary knowledge to become an effective contributor in
the oil and gas industry. Students are expected to have the equivalent of a BS
or BA degree in Geosciences. (3-0) R
GEOS 5400 Earth Science (4 semester
hours) A review of Earth processes as a whole: time and geology; igneous and
sedimentary processes and products; metamorphism; structure; evolution of
continents and oceans. This course is open only to those students whose major
undergraduate study was in subjects other than geology. Laboratory and field
trip course. (3-3) R
GEOS 5V08 Special Topics in Geosciences (1-4
semester hours) Courses dealing with a variety of topics including new
techniques and specific problems in rapidly developing areas of the science.
Hours vary depending on course requirements. May be repeated for credit as
topics vary. ([1-3]-[0-3]) R
GEOS 5100 Introductory Graduate Seminar (1 semester hour) Presentations
of current research by the Geosciences faculty members and orientation for new
graduate students. (1-0) Y
GEOS 7V00 Research and Literature Seminar (1 or 2 semester hours)
Presentations and critical analysis of independent work and of the recent
literature. Pass/Fail only. (May be repeated for credit.) ([1-2]-0) Y
GEOS 5441 Stratigraphy and Sedimentology (4 semester
hours) Origin and classification of sedimentary rocks, reconstruction of
ancient environments, and basic principles of modern stratigraphic
nomenclature. Concepts of space and time in the rock record and methods
of stratigraphic correlation. Integrated stratigraphic techniques. Study of
sedimentary rocks in hand specimen and outcrop. Laboratory course. Field trips.
Course is directed to graduate students not majoring in geology and is meant to
provide a practical overview of sedimentary geology. Permission of instructor
is required to take this course. (3-3) Y
GEOS 5373 Physical Properties of Rocks (3 semester hours) This course
provides an understanding of the physical phenomena and processes that
determine properties of rocks and soils. Topics include porosity and
permeability; surface energy, roughness, and absorption; percolation, fractures
and heterogeneous media; problems of scale; mechanical behavior of dry and
fluid saturated rocks; elasticity; viscoelasticity, and plasticity; acoustic,
electric, dielectric, thermal, and magnetic properties. The approach is
practical, with emphasis on understanding why rocks behave as they do, and how
simple physical principles can be used to predict rock and soil properties
under various conditions. Suitable for graduate students in any branch of
geosciences who wish to obtain a broad introduction to physical properties as
they pertain to lab and field measurements, and are applied to reservoir,
engineering, and environmental problems. (3-0) R
GEOS 5375 Tectonics (3 semester hours) Study of the earth�s present
tectonic environments, including geochemistry, sedimentology, and structure;
application of present tectonic environments towards the reconstruction of
ancient crustal events; consideration of temporal aspects of crustal evolution.
Oral and written presentations required. Prerequisite: GEOS 3470 (Structural
geology). (3-0) T
GEOS 5470 Structural Geology (4 semester hours) Examination of stress
and strain, failure criteria, fault analysis, rheologic properties of geologic
materials, fold analysis, and a survey of major structural provinces in North
America, with supplemental readings. Laboratory includes map interpretation,
standard graphical techniques, and use of stereographic projections, oral
presentations, and problem sets. Laboratory and field trip course. Prerequisite:
PHYS 1301 or equivalent. (3-3) Y
GEOS 7170 Workshop in Structure/Tectonics (1 semester hour) Presentation
and discussion of current research with emphasis on problems, techniques, and
recent literature. (May be repeated for credit.) (1-0) Y
GEOS 8V70 Research in Structural Geology-Tectonics (1-9 semester hours)
May be repeated for credit. ([1-9]-0) S
GEOS 5319 Principles of Environmental Health (3 semester hour)
Introduction to epidemiology and biostatistics.
GEOS 5310 Hydrogeology (3 semester hours) Introduction to the principles
and practice of ground- and surface-water hydrology. Study of the principles of
occurrence and geologic controls of groundwater, physical flow, and
geochemistry of waters. Design and use of procedures for typical hydrologic
investigations. (3-0) Y
GEOS 5311 Applied Groundwater Modeling (3 semester hours) This course is
designed to provide students with hands-on experience using the most
commonly-applied groundwater flow and transport models (e.g. modflow/modpath,
MT3D/RT3D, GMS). Practical application of the models and design of modeling
studies is emphasized, modeling theory and mathematics is de-emphasized.(3-0) Y
GEOS 5313 Applied Surface Water Modeling (3 semester hours) The
development and application of watershed models emphasizing runoff, stormflow
and stormwater management design. This class combines aspects of GIS, remote
sensing and surface water hydrology from an applied modeling perspective, using
commonly applied computer models (e.g. Rational Method, TR-20, HEC-1) to
address drainage problems related to urbanization and land-use changes. (3-0) T
GEOS 7110 Workshop in Environmental Geosciences (1
semester hour) Discussion of current topics in environmental geoscience,
including student and faculty research, scientific literature, and advanced
techniques in environmental geosciences. (1-0) R
GEOS 8V10 Research in Hydrogeology-Environmental Geosciences (1-9
semester hours) May repeat for credit. ([1-9]-0) S
GEOS 5303 Computing for Geoscientists (3 semester hours) Application of
computer techniques in solving geological problems. Includes instruction in the
MATLAB (r) software, plotting facilities, introductory matrix theory, and
statistics. Students will examine problems in basic statistical analysis,
graphics, and mapping of geological and geophysical data. Development of
programming skills in areas directly related to thesis and dissertation
research is encouraged. Serves as introduction to UNIX and the U.T. Dallas
computing facility. (3-0) Y
GEOS 5306 Data Analysis for Geoscientists (3 semester hours) Advanced
statistical techniques with important applications in Earth science, beyond the
level of GEOS 5303. Topics include robust statistics, exploratory data
analysis, surface modeling and contouring, Kriging, analysis of point patterns
and directional data. Factor, cluster and time series analysis may also be
considered. Emphasis will be on application and theoretical understanding.
Prerequisite: GEOS 5303 or equivalent. (3-0) R
GEOS 5325 (GISC 6325) Introduction to
Remote Sensing (3 semester hours) Application of airborne and satellite
remote sensing for understanding the surface of the earth. Focus on
interpretation of images obtained by passive and active imaging systems using
electromagnetic radiation, especially visible, infra-red. (2-3) T
GEOS 5326 (GISC 7365) Remote Sensing
Digital Image Processing (3 semester hours) Techniques of digital image
processing for a variety of remote sensing data sets and their applications for
environmental and geoscientific issues. Extraction of statistical data from
remote sensing imagery, radiometric and geometric correction, image enhancement
and classification, and techniques for utilizing digital remote sensing data
for change detection of the earth's surface. Use of different image processing
software to manipulate digital remote sensing data and extract thematic information.
Introduction to Remote Sensing (GEOS 5325) is a prerequisite for this course.
(3-0) T
GEOS 5329 (GISC 7366) Applied Remote
Sensing (3 semester hours) Methods for using optical and radar remote
sensing data and techniques for study of issues related to physical and social
sciences, including geological, environmental, and geomorphological studies,
forestry, agriculture, and issues related to urban development and planning.
Use of a variety of remote sensing data and software to address societal and
scientific problems. Laboratory course. Prerequisite: Principles of Remote
Sensing (GEOS 5325). (3-0) T
GEOS 5322 GPS (Global Positioning System) Satellite Surveying Techniques
(4 semester hours) The theory and application of satellite positioning
utilizing the Global Positioning System, code and phase based methodology in
field observations, data processing and analysis of differential GPS, high
accuracy static and other rapid measurements, in real time and with
post-processing. (3-3) Y
GEOS 5324 3D Data Capture and Ground Lidar (3 semester hours) The theory and
applications of 3D data acquisition in the field for geosciences and
non-geosciences studies. The basics and applications of field digital mapping
with emphasis on RTK GPS, laser range finder, and terrestrial scanners (ground
lidar). 3D digital photorealistic modeling with field photogrammetry and
digital cameras. (3-0) T
GEOS 7327 (GISC 7367) Remote Sensing Workshop (3 semester hours) An
independent project designed and conducted by the student. The project develops
and demonstrates student�s competence in using remote sensing techniques in a
substantive application to his/her field of interest. Projects may be developed
in coordination with a local government, utility, business or other entity
which uses remote sensing in operations and research. Formal presentation and a
project report are required. Prerequisites: GISC 6381 and GISC 7365(3-0) Y
GEOS 8V21 Research in Remote Sensing, GIS and GPS (1-9 semester hours)
May repeat for credit. ([1-9]-0) S
GEOS 5352 Geochemistry of Igneous Rocks (3 semester hours) Chemical
composition of igneous rocks and the major processes that control the distribution
of the elements in silicate melts. Topics to be covered include the composition
of the earth, the structure of silicate melts, trace element partitioning
between crystals and melts, and the use of major and trace elements in
deciphering the formation and evolution of silicate melts. (3-0) T
GEOS 5356 Isotope Geochemistry (3 semester hours) Synthesis of the
elements in stars and chronologies for the galaxy. Isotope systematics in
meteorites, abundance anomalies, cosmogenic nuclides, and solar system
chronologies. The development of the modern multi-collector mass spectrometer.
Mass fractionation laws, double spiking techniques, and high precision isotope
ratio measurements. Isotope geochemistry of noble gases and radiogenic nuclides
as pertaining to the composition and history of the mantle and crust.
Application of stable isotopes to studies of diagenesis and water-rock
interaction, groundwater management, paleoceanography and secular variations in
the isotopic composition of seawater. High-temperature and, where applicable,
low-temperature water-rock interactions pertaining to the origin of igneous
rocks. The evolution of radiogenic Sr in sea water. Radiometric age dating as
applied to the solution of geologic problems. (3-0) R
GEOS 8V50 Research in Geochemistry (1-9 semester hours) (May repeat for
credit.) ([1-9]-0) S
GEOS 5380 Seismic Interpretation (3 semester hours) Seismic reflection
profiling as it is used to map the distribution of sedimentary layers and
faults in the subsurface. Special emphasis is given to applications in hydrocarbon
exploration. Extensive use is made of software processing packages. (3-0) T
GEOS 5481 Digital Geophysical Signal Processing (4 semester hours)
Principles of the analysis of geophysical signals in both time and space.
Includes integral transforms, spectral analysis, linear filter theory and
deconvolution techniques. Computer applications are emphasized. Laboratory
course. Prerequisite: GEOS 5303 or equivalent, may be taken concurrently. (3-3)
R
GEOS 5490 Applied Geophysics (4 semester hours) The theoretical basis and
practical aspects of the collection, processing and interpretation of
geophysical data. A broad range of methods will be discussed including:
gravity, magnetic, electrical and seismic. Applications to geologic problems at
a variety of scales from the near surface to continental will be considered. A
laboratory will feature geophysical data acquisition and interpretation for a
specific local geological target. (3-3) Y
GEOS 5484 Near-Surface
Geophysical Imaging (4 semester hours) This course concerns the theoretical
and practical aspects of geophysical data collection. The planning and
execution of small scale surveys, of the type employed in engineering, groundwater
and environmental site evaluations, is featured. Techniques covered include
both refraction and reflection seismology and both low and high frequency,
single and multi-channel ground-penetrating radar. Advantage is taken of both
the similarities and complementary behaviors of seismic and radar waves. An
integration of both seismic and radar data is emphasized in interpretation. A
background in calculus (MATH 2417) and general physics (PHYS 1301) is required.
Permission of instructor is required. (3-3) T
GEOS 6382 Geophysical Inversion Theory (3 semester hours) Theoretical
and practical aspects of fitting mathematical models to data in geophysics.
Topics covered include the inversion of both discrete systems and integral
equations, for linear and non-linear relationships between data and parameters.
Particular attention is paid to assessment of model accuracy and uniqueness.
Prerequisites: Advanced calculus and linear algebra or equivalent. (3-0) R
GEOS 6392 Reflection Seismology (3 semester hours) Theoretical and
practical aspects of seismic reflection data acquisition and processing.
Includes the wave equation, the convolutional model, coded sources, the array
response, velocity estimation, statics, filtering, pre- and post-stack
migration, and direct and indirect detection of hydrocarbons, VSPs, AVO and 3-D
processing. Prerequisites: GEOS 5481, and GEOS 5392 or equivalent. (3-0) R
GEOS 6393 Computational Seismology (3 semester hours) Principles of
parallel computing with applications to seismology. Includes overviews of current
computer cluster and switch architectures, writing and debugging parallel code,
characterization of machine performance, fast Fourier transforms, Radon
transforms, solution of matrix and wave equations. Laboratory course.
Prerequisites: GEOS5303, GEOS5481, and any numerical analysis course. (2-3) R
GEOS 6395 Seismic Modeling (3 semester hours) Theory and application of
the major techniques for computation of synthetic seismograms. Topics include
asymptotic ray theory, spectral and slowness methods, finite differences,
finite elements, Kirchhoff, and boundary integral methods.
GEOS 6396 Seismic Inversion (3 semester hours) Theory and application of
the major techniques for inversion of seismic data. Topics include linear and
nonlinear matrix methods, Wiechert-Herglotz integration, extremal inversion,
migration, wavefield imaging of body and surface waves, and tomography, imaging
of VSPs, and Born inversion.
GEOS 7190 Workshop in Seismology (1 semester hour) Informal presentation
and discussion of current research of graduate students and faculty, of new
computing equipment and software, and of current research literature.� (Pass/Fail grading only. May be repeated for
credit.) (1-0)
GEOS
GEOS 8V90 Research in Seismology (1-9 semester hours) May repeat for
credit. ([1-9]-0) S
GEOS 8398 Thesis (3 semester hours) May repeat for credit. (3-0) S
GEOS 8399 Dissertation (3 semester hours) May repeat for credit. (3-0) S
GEOS 8V99 Dissertation (1-9 semester hours) May be repeated for credit. ([1-9]-0) S