GEOL 101 - Introduction to Geology

Institution:

Western Washington University

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Description:

Prereq: Math 106 or higher. Major ideas of modern geoscience; the study of rocks and minerals, plate tectonics, geologic time, the hydrologic cycle; processes that have produced the Earth and its landforms. Some lecture sections will focus on specific topics within the geological sciences, such as planetary geology, climate and climate change, or national parks. Includes lab. Prospective geology majors, students who had high school geology, and those planning to take Geol 212 should take Geol 211 in lieu of GEOL 101.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wwu.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 650-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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