GG 103 - Geology of the Hawaiian Islands KCC AA/DP and KCC AS/NS

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Recommended Preparation: Qualification for ENG 100. GG 103 is a survey of Hawaiian geologic processes, volcanoes, rocks and minerals, landforms, groundwater and engineering problems. Field trips will be taken. Upon successful completion of GG 103, the student should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of earth science principles, including aspects of physics, chemistry, and biology that are basic to man's current understanding of the earth. Discuss the earth's physical processes, particularly those that bear on the geology of the Hawaiian Islands and other Pacific islands. Recognize structures and products of volcanoes and other igneous phenomena. Recognize and explain the existence of products of marine and terrestrial sedimentation in Hawai'i. Recognize Hawaiian landforms produced by various weathering and erosion processes. Discuss man's association with the geologic environment, his vulnerability to geologic hazards, his dependency on natural resources such as groundwater, and the environmental effects of his activities. Discuss the important aspects of the regional geology of Hawai'i.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2008 

Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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