Historical Geology   [Archived Catalog]
Palo Alto College Schedule/Catalog 2017-2018
   

GEOL 1404 - Historical Geology


Prerequisites: GEOL 1301  or GEOL 1401  or GEOL 1403 

Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410
This course focuses on the origin and evolution of the earth through geologic time, emphasizing organic evolution and plate tectonics. Laboratory work in this course includes the study of rocks, fossils, geographic maps, geologic maps, and other aspects of earth history. Occasional field trips may be arranged.

This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

CIP: 40.0601.54 03




Offered at:
NLC: Yes
NVC: Yes
PAC: Yes
SAC: No
SPC: No


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