GLG 102IN - Introductory Geology II:Historical Geology

Institution:

Pima Community College

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Description:

Credit Hours: 400 Introduction to the physical, chemical, and biological history of the Earth, including hands-on identification and classification of major fossil groups according to their phyla, ages, and ecosystems Includes scientific measurements, maps, scientific method, history of historical geology (Uniformitarianism, Catastrophism); identification and interpretation of rocks and sedimentary textures, environments, and structures; geologic time, the evolution of life, planetary evolution, plate tectonics, evolution of the Earth's surface (including the physical environments, resources, and life of the Precambrian, Paleozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic); and human evolution and human impacts Also includes a fieldtrip to observe rocks and structures and interpret geologic history and fossils in a natural outdoor setting Prerequisite(s): Course Corequisites: Recommendation: Completion of GLG 101IN or the equivalent before enrolling in this course Information: IN is the integrated version of the course with the lecture and lab taught simultaneously Offered: Fall, Spring

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pima.edu

Phone Number:

(520) 206-4500

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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