GEO 121 - Physical Geology 4.00 Formerly sc 3113

Institution:

Middlesex Community College - Massachusetts

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Description:

A survey of materials comprising the solid earth and the processes that shape its surface. Topics include rocks and minerals, volcanoes, stream, wave, wind and glacial erosion and deposition. Principles of crystal deformation, mountain building and plate tectonics are discussed. Laboratory sessions illustrate and expand on principles and materials from the lectures. 3 hours lecture/2 hours laboratory Prerequisite: Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 (EN 2103) and eligibility for ENG 101 (EN 1103). Recommendation: Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 (EN 2122) or ENG 085 (EN 2131) if CPT reading placement test is between 68 and 75. General Education Electives: Science

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.middlesex.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 656-3200

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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