GOL 105 – Physical Geology

(4 credits) Prerequisite: ENG 111 or ENG 111/EDE 11 eligible and MTH 154 or MTH 154/MDE 54 eligible. Introduces the science of physical geology through a comprehensive systems-based examination of Earth’s structure, composition, rocks and minerals, landforms, geomorphology, and agents responsible for shaping and modifying its environments. Explores the origin and evolution of Earth’s topographic and bathymetric features, geologic phenomena, and geologic hazards, resulting from plate tectonics. Lecture 3 hours + lab 3 hours = total 6 hours per week. THIS IS AN APPROVED UCGS/PASSPORT COURSE.