2024-2025 Catalog and Student Handbook

GEOL 112 Historical Geology

History of earth traced from beginning to present, emphasizing geology of North America with a focus on tectonic, paleogeographic and paleoclimatic changes through time. There is a focus on understanding environments where sediments are deposited. Evolution of major groups of animals and plants stressed. Laboratory work consists of building skills necessary to make observations and interpretations about the history of the earth. Additional fees apply.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Complete GEOL 101 or GEOL 111

Distribution

Scientific Inquiry-w/Lab, Scientific Inquiry/Lab