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Introduction to Geology

Meta-Major

STEM

Credits

3

Allow Pass/No Pass

No

Lecture Hours

54

CalGETC Areas

Area 5A - Physical Science

Transfer Status

UC and CSU

C-ID

GEOL 100

Course Description

Introduction to phenomena and basic principles of geology emphasizing plate tectonics. Includes demonstrations illustrating the nature of minerals, rocks, landforms, volcanoes, fossils, and geological maps. Discussion of earthquake hazards, mass wasting, climate change, and importance of geology to modern society.