Geology (GEOL)

GEOL 1010 - Physical Geology (3 Credit Hours)

This course is a brief study of the Earth: its origin, its history and the dynamics of how it changes. Major topics include the structure of the earth and its dynamic systems; rocks and minerals; weathering and erosion; mass wasting; river, groundwater, glacial, shoreline and deserts systems; earthquakes and volcanoes.

Prerequisite(s): None

(3/0/3)

GEOL 1020 - Historical Geology (3 Credit Hours)

Study of the origin and history of the earth and the development of life on Earth as revealed in the rocks and fossils. Major topics include the formation of the universe and Earth, plate tectonics, geologic time, sedimentary processes and fossilization, and evolution. Students will also explore each of the major eons and eras of geologic time in sequence to explore the changes in Earth's landscapes and life.

Prerequisite(s): None

(3/0/3)