GEL 102 - Physical Geology Laboratory

Credits: 1

Advisory: ENGL C1000
Corequisite: GEL 101

Description: This course supplements GEL 101 - Physical Geology lectures with exercises in rock and mineral identification, reading and construction of topographic maps and profiles, interpretation of geologic maps and diagrams, and the recognition and evaluation of landforms from topographic maps and aerial photos. The laboratory component studies aspects of geology on a practical and applied basis with possible field trips that emphasize the study of local geological systems. The course includes field trips (video, online, or in-person) during class time. There is a kit cost for online students.

Transferable
Transferable to both UC and CSU

General Education:

CalGETC: Transfer General Education Requirements ( 5- Physical and Biological Sciences- 5C: Laboratory )

Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify and classify common minerals and rocks that make up the Earth’s crust from hand specimens and geologic maps.
Analyze and interpret erosional landforms, depositional landforms, and geologic structures from topographic maps, geologic maps, and aerial and satellite imagery.
Determine the relative and absolute ages of rock layers and geologic structures from diagrams, images, and radiometric decay data.

Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 54
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lab Hours: 3