G 201 - Earth Materials & Plate Tectonics

Institution:

Lane Community College

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Description:

4 credits The Geology 201, 202, 203 sequence is intended for science majors planning to transfer to a four-year institution or other students with a strong interest in geology. In each course, students complete individual and team case studies and presentations of selected geological regions, along with additional problem-solving activities. Sections may offer a field trip, with a fee. Students may take either G 201 or G 202 as their initial course. G 201, 202 and 203 meet AAOT requirements as laboratory science courses. Geology majors should enroll in G 201, 202, 203. Geology 201 emphasizes the formation of minerals and the origins of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks. The course investigates how plate tectonics influences the structure of the Earth, mountain building, rock deformation, magnetism, earthquake activity, and volcanism. In labs students identify and describe minerals and rocks, use earthquake and other geophysical data, interpret geologic structures and geologic maps, and apply plate tectonics theory to settings around the world.

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4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Lanecc.edu

Phone Number:

(541) 463-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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