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Physical Geology

Course Information

Subject

ESC

Course Number

121

Course Title

Physical Geology

Course Description

For those who wish to explore an interest in geology, major in geology, or satisfy lab science requirements. Topics include igneous rocks and volcanism, sedimentary rocks and stratigraphy, metamorphic rocks and metamorphism, weathering, mass wasting, streams, deserts and glaciers. Lab studies concentrate on minerals, rocks and topographic maps.

Minimum Credit Hours

4

Maximum Credit Hours

4

Total Completions Allowed for Credit

1

Lecture - Lab Hours

(3-2)

Requirements

Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness

IAI Code

P1907L

PCS Code

1.1

Department(s)

2022-2023 CLC Catalog