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GEOL 137

The Geology of You

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelLower Division
Average gradeA-
Standard

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.