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Nov 25, 2024
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2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog/Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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GEOL 0101 - Physical Geology with Laboratory
Credits: 4
A broad introductory survey of geology that focuses on the role of plate tectonic theory in providing a fundamental understanding of the Earth as a global system. The course also provides students with an introduction to scientific methodology and to the multifaceted interactions between science, technology and society. Topics to be covered include the minerals and rocks that make up the Earth’s crust, the processes of weathering and erosion that shape the Earth’s surface, the internal structure of the Earth, geological hazards, and energy and mineral resources. The laboratory portion of the course provides a “hands-on” introduction to the practical aspects of physical geology, including the identification of minerals and rocks, the interpretation of topographic and geologic maps, and the development of landforms. The course includes several field trips that involve additional time commitments (on weekends or beyond the normal ending time for the laboratory). Students may receive credit for either GEOL 0101 or GEOL 0102 , but not for both. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
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