Identify common rocks and minerals in hand specimen, Use topographic maps and aerial photographs in analyzing the geology of particular areas. Identify basic geologic structures shown on geologic maps and cross-sections. Describe the geology of particular areas by using geologic maps. Identify the major tectonic settings on maps of North America and the seafloor. This includes being able to turn on the computer, use programs, and write reports using a word processing program.
Many computer programs are available from commercial sources and faculty development efforts.
These will be available on the Voyager Server. These will cover the basics of physical geology, which is NOT a prereq for this course but DOES provide helpful information. Lectures will be based on these Powerpoints, and you may print a copy from the Information Commons prior to lecture. Hopefully these will soon be available via the Internet. Students explore twelve chapters covering the history and evidence for this theory.