Fundamentals of Physical Geology
Overview
Subject area
GEO
Catalog Number
115
Course Title
Fundamentals of Physical Geology
Department(s)
Description
An introduction to rocks and minerals, geologic time, global tectonics and other earth processes. Field simulations and exercises provide students with the framework for rock and mineral identification, mapping, model interpretations, and process visualization. A Field trip is required. (LP)(SW)Pre or Co-requisite: MTH 123 or MTH 125. Co-requisite: GEO 116
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
RLP - Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences
Course Attributes
COPT - CSISTEM (CSI STEM)
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
028806