A first course in the principles of physical geology, including study of minerals and rocks, volcanoes and earthquakes, plate tectonics and the landforms of Earth's surface.
Attention is given to the development of the basic principles used in interpretation.
Laboratory, two hours per week. One three-hour field trip required. Laboratory, two hours per week. A first course in the principles of physical geology, including topics from mineralogy, geochemistry, and geophysics. High school chemistry recommended.