GEOL 120 - Regional Field Geology

Unit(s): 3 Lecture: 1 hour

The heart of geology is in the field. The course is an examination of rocks, minerals, and landforms, and the processes that form them. This course includes a 10-day field trip taken during spring vacation, or multiple weekend field trips in the fall semester, where the natural world becomes our classroom. Satisfies GE Area B3 (Specific Emphasis).

Grading: OPT
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite or Co-requisite: any 100-level Geology course or instructor consent; students must be in good physical condition.