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Geology --- GEOL

About the Geology Department

Students may take geology as a science-with-laboratory option to meet A.A. degree requirements and/or prepare for transfer to four-year institutions. For faculty contact information and websites (if available), use the staff search function link below and select Geology in "Department."

Course Descriptions


GEOL 1101  Physical Geology

4 cr

Studies the nature, properties, and processes that shape and alter the Earth. Analysis and study of the nature and character of materials composing the Earth; and processes that have formed, altered, and transformed the Earth's surface.


GEOL 1105  Historical Geology

4 cr

Examines the Earth's planetary materials and processes as they have evolved and changed over time. Emphasis is placed on the study of evolution and life as it applies to the succession of plants and animals evidenced in the fossil record and the processes which have altered the character of the Earth's continents and oceans through time.


GEOL 1115  Natural Disasters

3 cr

Investigates the physical processes, origins, and human and economic impacts of natural disasters. Students will examine earthquakes, volcanism, severe weather, climate change, wildfires, and floods among other natural catastrophic phenomena.



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