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	geol 103: evolving earth This course introduces several fascinating topics we all love to discuss: from big bang to the birth of our mother planet, arise of O2 and its deep impact on evolution, appearance of first drop of water and life, sea monsters and dinosaurs, evolution of whales, peak oil, global warming, and human evolution.

geol 316: introduction to hydrogeology Topics include basic concepts of ground water and aquifers, groundwater resources of Oregon, water cycle, and water quality problems in Oregon.

geol 438/538: groundwater geochemistry and geobiology This course introduces fundamental geochemical processes in groundwater, significant impact of microbial metabolisms on these processes, groundwater quality problems worldwide, and current remediation strategies. Two field trips are required.