An understanding of the basic geologic processes. We will learn about the major geologic features of the Hawaiian Islands and how these features were formed.
Students have one week to contest exam grades.
Students missing an exam because of an unexcused absence receive a zero. You are expected to read the text in advance and come prepared to discuss the topics. Time will be set aside at the beginning of each class to answer questions from previous lectures or readings, and to present any geologic current events. Homework assignments will be given out occasionally, to be reviewed in class. These do not count towards your grade, but give me an indication of your understanding of materials presented in class.