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• MSCI 331: Intro Geographic Info Systems

  3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  An introduction to the fundamental concepts of geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing. Using a database tied to particular geographic coordinates, a GIS is an automated system for storing, transforming, analyzing and displaying spatial data. This course will discuss input methods, data storage, data accuracy, data models, types of query and analysis, and map output. Each student will design, conduct and present a term research project. Prerequisite:    Take 1 courses; From Subject STAT; Corequisite:    MSCI*331L Take MSCI*331L;
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• MSCI 331L: Intro Geographic Info Syts Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (=ENVI*331L)(1 credits)(Coreq: MSCI*331) The laboratory demonstrates the topics and principles presented in lecture. It introduces students to GIS computer software and the collection, entry, storage, query, analysis and presentation of spatial data. Offered as needed Prerequisite:    Take MSCI*331; Corequisite:    MSCI*331
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• MSCI 396: Practical Experience

  1.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (1 credit)(Restricted to Marine Science and Marine Coastal Studies majors, and/or Marine Science and Environmental Science minors, and permission of instructor)(Coreq: MSCI*111/L or MSCI*112/L) Practical experience through observing and assisting in the conduct of field or laboratory research related to marine science. Activities may be longer than 3-5 hours and be scheduled outside normal working hours. F,S Prerequisite:    Take 1 group; GROUP: Take MSCI*111 MSCI*111L; GROUP: Take MSCI*112 MSCI*112L;
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• MSCI 397: Senior Thesis Research Methods

  1.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (1-4 credits)(Prereq: A grade of 'B' or better in 2 lecture/lab pairs from MSCI*301/L, MSCI*302/L, MSCI*304/L, or MSCI*305/L, or permission of instructor) Students develop mastery of basic laboratory, field, and research methods required to conduct their Marine Science Senior Thesis projects under the guidance and supervision of a marine science faculty member. Students develop a thesis proposal for approval by the faculty research mentor during the course. No more than six total credit hours of an independent study, internship, and/or directed undergraduate research, and/or senior thesis may be used for major credit. F,S,Su Prerequisite:    Take 2 groups; GROUP: Take MSCI*301 MSCI*301L; Minimum grade B; GROUP: Take MSCI*302 MSCI*302L; Minimum grade B; GROUP: Take MSCI*304 MSCI*304L; Minimum grade B; GROUP: Take MSCI*305(10856) MSCI*305L(10857); Minimum grade B;
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• MSCI 398: Internship in Marine Science

  1.00 - 12.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (1-12)(Restricted to MSCI Majors with an approved contract)(Prereq: Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and a grade of 'C' or better in MSCI*301/L, MSCI*302/L, MSCI*304/L, or MSCI*305/L) Work experience related to marine science or a related field, as part of an approved internship with primary supervision by a non-faculty member. Requires a minimum of 50 hours of on-site, supervised, and evaluated student work experience per credit. The course may be taken for up to 12 credits, but no more than 6 total credits research or internship classes may be used for major credit. F,S,Su. Prerequisite:    Take 1 group; GROUP: Take MSCI*301 MSCI*301L; Minimum grade C; GROUP: Take MSCI*302 MSCI*302L; Minimum grade C; GROUP: Take MSCI*304 MSCI*304L; Minimum grade C; GROUP: Take MSCI*305(10856) MSCI*305L(10857); Minimum grade C;
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• MSCI 399: Independent Study

  1.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (Prereq: A contract must be approved by the instructor and the Department Chair by time of registration.) Directed study of specific topics related to Marine Science. No more than 6 total credit hours of an independent study, internship, and/or directed undergraduate research, and/or senior thesis may be used for major credit. F,S,Su
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• MSCI 401: Environmental Chemistry

  3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (3 credits)(Prereq: BIOL*121 and CHEM*112/L)(Coreq: MSCI*401L) A comprehensive study of the major processes that affect the chemistry of the Earth's environmental systems, including the lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. Natural processes are investigated alongside the influence of human activities on these processes and the science behind public policy that aims to regulate anthropogenic impacts. F Prerequisite:    GROUP: Take CHEM*112 CHEM*112L; GROUP: Take BIOL*111 BIOL*112 or BIOL*121; Corequisite:    MSCI*401L Take MSCI*401L;
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• MSCI 401L: Environmental Chemistry Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (1 credit)(Prereq: A grade of 'C' or better in CHEM*112/L and BIOL*111, BIOL*112, or BIOL*121)(Coreq: MSCI*401) The laboratory demonstrates the topics and principles presented in lecture. F Prerequisite:    Take MSCI*401; Corequisite:    MSCI*401 GROUP: Take CHEM*112 CHEM*112L; Minimum grade C; GROUP: Take BIOL*111 BIOL*112 or BIOL*121; Minimum grade C;
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• MSCI 416: Hydrogeology

  3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  This course will cover the elements of the hydrologic cycle, emphasizing ground and surface water movement through the hydrologic system. Topics will include hydrogeology, streams and floods, estuarine and wetland hydrology, properties of water, and the hydrologic continuum between the rivers and the sea. Lecture will focus on theoretical aspects of water movement and the hydrologic system. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite:    GROUP: Take MATH*160 or MATH*150; Minimum grade C; GROUP: Take MSCI*304 or GEOL*304; Minimum grade C; Corequisite:    MSCI*416L Take MSCI*416L;
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• MSCI 420: Advanced Environmental Science

  3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (=ENVI*420)(3 credits)(Prereq: A grade of 'C' or better in BIOL*122/L, MATH*160 or MATH*160B, CHEM*112/L, and PHYS*205/L or PHYS*211/L)(Coreq: MSCI*420L) Students actively investigate the earth system along with current environmental issues. Emphasis is placed on the integration of the many subsystems that comprise the earth system. Environmental issues are scientifically explored in an effort to develop sustainable solutions. The lab is project oriented, including both a local environmental study and a global remote sensing study. S, even years. Prerequisite:    GROUP: Take BIOL*122 BIOL*122L CHEM*112 CHEM*112L; Minimum grade C; GROUP: Take MATH*160 or MATH*160B; Minimum grade C; Corequisite:    Take MSCI*420L(10860); Take 1 group; GROUP: Take PHYS*205(6284) PHYS*205L(6285); Minimum grade C; GROUP: Take PHYS*211(9691) PHYS*211L; Minimum grade C;
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