Offered in alternate years. Field trip to the John G. Shedd Aquarium in Chicago. GEOL 130 - Astronomy. An introduction to the structure and origin of the universe. Includes the study of the solar system, stars, galaxies, black holes, quasars, etc.
Laboratory introduces the student to various techniques used in astronomical studies.
The planetarium and observatory are utilized. 3 lecture periods and 1 laboratory period. Photo of Strickler Planetarium . GEOL 301 - Paleontology and Stratigraphy. The fossil record of life on earth.