GEOL 101 - Introduction to Geology

Description:
An introduction to geology emphasizing the origin and nature of the common rocks, plate tectonic theory, earthquake and volcanoes, and geologic time. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer). NS-Fund Disc Phys and Biological Sciences.

Prerequisites:
Co- or prerequisite: GEOL 101LAB.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Gain a basic understanding of Earth composition and physical processes on a broad range of scales.
Understand how geologists apply scientific discovery in their many roles as professionals.
Understand the steps in basic scientific investigation and be able to collect and analyze data.
Understand how scientific investigation has developed over the past several centuries and how it has been applied to questions related to the nature of Earth through history. This will give students an appreciation for the “evolutionary” nature of science inquiry.
Distinguish data from interpretation.
Understand the steps in basic scientific investigation and be able to collect and analyze data.
Gain a basic understanding of Earth composition and physical processes on a broad range of scales.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
11/16/17