Fundamentals of Physical Geology

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Overview

Subject area

GEO

Catalog Number

115

Course Title

Fundamentals of Physical Geology

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

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

028806

Course Schedule