Overview
Description
Course discusses the underlying geology of the local region and its importance to each of us. Focus is on localities within Nevada and adjacent California. Important geologic features of the region and their formation will be studied. This course includes four laboratory experiences.
Requirements
Prerequisites
- Completion of Core Curriculum Mathematics Requirement revised SAT of 610
- ACT of 27
Corequisites
- or higher
MATH 126
Original catalog text
Prerequisites
Completion of Core Curriculum Mathematics Requirement revised SAT of 610 or ACT of 27
Corequisites
MATH 126 or higher.
Units
Lecture3
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Spring
Terms
spring
Core
CO4L
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- describe the materials and processes important to the physical geology of various areas of Nevada and adjacent California.
- explain natural and physical phenomena underlying the formation of regional geologic features.
- recognize key criteria distinguishing the geologically different parts of this region.
- relate the foundational principles of geology to a number of real-world and societal concerns.
- formulate questions, and analyze evidence to discriminate between sound and unsound scientific claims.