ESCI 111 - Physical Geology

Institution:

University of Massachusetts Global (formerly Brandman University)

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Description:

Introduction to the primary geologic principles and processes of our planet. Topics include the structure and history of the earth, the unifying theory of plate tectonics, earth materials, the rock cycle, volcanoes, earthquakes, the hydrologic cycle. The laboratory emphasizes hands-on experiments involving scientific problems-solving and an introduction to some of the tools and techniques used by geologists today. Lecture, laboratory. (Offered fall semester.) 4 credits.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.brandman.edu/

Phone Number:

(949) 341-9800

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Trimester

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