GEOL 2104 - Introd Uctory Geology

Institution:

Oklahoma City University

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Description:

This course is an introduction to the science of geology and the geological processes that have shaped our planet for the last 4.6 billion years. Topics to be covered include the major minerals and rock types, surface processes-including mass wasting, rivers, glaciers, deserts, and oceans; plate tectonics-including volcanism, earthquakes, deformation, the earth's interior; the geological time scale, energy and mineral resources, and the human impact on the earth's environment. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week. Prerequisites: CHEM 1204 and CHEM 1241 or equivalent.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.okcu.edu

Phone Number:

(405) 208-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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