G 203 Historical Geology
Introduces Earth history through the rock and fossil record. Topics include fossils, stratigraphy, geologic time, and biological and geological events in Earth's history. Laboratory component highlights rocks, fossils, and geologic maps. Suitable for geology majors and non-majors. Geology courses do not need to be taken in sequence.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: MTH 065 Elementary Algebra or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
Offered
Offered Spring only
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AAOT Science/Math Lab Course, AS Physical Science, AGS Math/Science,
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Solve quantitative problems relating to geologic time. Apply geochronological methods to determine a sequence of geologic events. Use geologic cross sections and maps to describe geologic structures. Summarize biological and geological changes to Earth over time.