GC 255 - Physical Geology [SCII] [LAB]

Offered Fall: Yes Offered Winter: Yes Offered Summer: No Offered Other: No

4 Credits
Hours (Lecture - Discussion - Lab): 3-0-2
General Education: Scientific Inquiry (SCII) and Laboratory Science University Requirement (LAB)
This course introduces students to geology, the study of Earth’s structure and composition, its history and the processes that shape it. Students will learn to identify minerals and rocks, investigate rock formation processes, plate tectonics, volcanism, earthquakes and the development of various topographic landforms. Additionally, students will learn to read topographic and bedrock geologic maps, and evaluate stream and groundwater flow, seismic data and sand dune movement.

Notes: Field work may be required. Contact instructor for more information.