GEOL 1214 - Physical Geology

Geology is the study of the Earth; this course will focus on physical geology through the examination of the basic structure and composition of the materials that comprise the Earth, and the processes that underlie major geologic phenomena. Studies will include the geologic time table, mineral and rock creation and identification concepts; plate tectonics, volcanism, earthquake activity, dynamic processes on the Earth’s surface, mapping and geologic structures.

Credit Hours 4.0
Satisfies a Requirement
Laboratory Science
Area
III
When Offered
Fall
Note
Lab (GEOL 1210L) required.

Go Beyond!

GEOL 1214 - Physical Geology