GEOL-GEOLOGY -- 1999-2000 Catalog
GEOL 201 Physical Geology (3) GE B1a
Processes responsible for the Earth's rocks, structure and surface features. Volcanism, mountain building, plate tectonics, weathering, erosion and deposition by streams, glaciers, wind and waves. 3 lectures.
GEOL 203 Fossils and the History of Life (3) GE B1a
Fossil record. Mechanisms and patterns of evolution. Adaptation of ancient organisms to their environments. Fossils in the interpretation of Earth history. Important events in the history of life. Historical development of the major groups of invertebrates, vertebrates, and plants. 3 lectures.
GEOL 204 Geologic History of California (3) GE B1a
Development of California through geologic time. Where and why the rocks appeared. Movement on faults, and mountain building. Geologic processes at work today and yesterday. Relationship of California geology to the rest of the world. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: GEOL 201 recommended.
GEOL 205 Earthquakes and Earth Hazards (3) GE B1a
Plate tectonics, seismicity and faulting. Quake mechanisms, intensity and magnitude. Measurement and prediction. History. Prevention and planning. Related geological effects. 3 lectures.
GEOL 206 Geologic Excursions (1) (CR/NC) GE B1a
Field trips to places of geologic interest. Class Schedule will indicate destinations. Students must provide their own transportation, food, and camping equipment. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 units provided field trips are taken to different locations. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 laboratory. Recommended prerequisite or concurrent: GEOL 201 or GEOL 204.
GEOL 207 Geology of the National Parks (3) GE B1a
Development through time of the rocks, structures, and landforms that are the major scenic elements of our national parks. Emphasis on national parks of the western states. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: GEOL 201 recommended.
GEOL 241 Physical Geology Laboratory (1) GE B1a
Properties and identification of minerals and rocks. Topographic maps and landform analysis. Geologic maps and interpretation of rock structure. 1 laboratory. Prerequisite or concurrent: GEOL 201.