In-Depth Capstone Courses for Geology BS Degree: Geol 409 and 410 Summer 2025
In-depth capstone courses Geol 409 and 410 are essential for a Geology BS degree. Offered in Summer 2025, these courses will focus on Geological Mapping principles, field observations, structural and lithological data analysis, and more. Taught by experienced faculty, the program includes fieldwork, mapping, and project discussions. The immersive experience involves early mornings, fieldwork, and GIS projects, providing hands-on learning opportunities for students.
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In-depth capstone courses required for Geology BS degree Geol 409 and 410, 6 cr each (12 total) will be offered Summer 2025
These two courses, 6 cr each (12 total) will be offered Geol 409 and 410 will be taught by Doug Clark, Bernie Housen, Brady Foreman, Cristina Garc a-Lasanta, Sean Mulcahy, Paul Betka, combo to be determined Course will be for 6 weeks, June 24 to August 1, 2025 Cost: summer session is per-credit: resident $3684 tuition, $900 Geol fee, $4584 non-resident $5968 tuition, $900 Geol fee, $6868 Geology fee covers transportation, camping fees
The course will emphasize principles of Geological Mapping Use of field observations, descriptions of structural and lithological data, with imagery and geospatial data, to determine relationships between map units Recognition and evaluation of geological structures Determination and depiction of stratigraphy Interpret local and regional geological events from map and field data analysis Team work and map production
We wake up with the Sun (especially if you want coffee) Everyone is ready, with your field gear, etc, by 7:30 Vans leave camp at 8:00- travel short distance to mapping area Mapping and field work until 3-4 PM (adjusted for conditions) Back at camp- review the day s work, discussions of project details, homework Prepare for the next day!
Load Vans at WWU Ochoco Divide, OR Bellingham WA Dillon MT June 24 June 24 July 5 July 5 July 22 July 22 Aug 1 Aug 1 June 23 June 23 June 30 June 30 July 7 July 7 July 27 July 27 Sun Canyon, MT Leave 8:00, drive to Wallowa OR Craters of Moon ID Finish GIS project Bellingham July 27-Aug 1 Rooms in Birnham Wood dorms Work in Geology Dept to revise maps and cross sections in GIS
Next organizing meeting will be in late Feb. A medical exam/form is required- Hye In will send forms If interested in alternatives and options, please contact me for a confidential chat Equipment lists, detailed itinerary to be posted soon
Summer session registration starts May 6, 2025 Hye In will issue OV codes to student on our list, who also meet prerequisites Not a current WWU student? Please contact us! Non-Matriculated Students (Not Admitted to Western) (summer 2025 form yet to be provided) Complete, sign, scan and email your application to Registrar.Office@wwu.edu(opens in new tab)open_in_new Upon notification of Western identification number (W-Number) and registration clearance, use the Web4U online registration system
Those with specific questions or issues, please contact me (bernieh@wwu.edu) Check email for updates!
