GEOL 5141G - Paleontology

Institution:

Georgia Southern University

Subject:

GEOL Geology

Description:

This course covers the application of paleontological methods to geological problems. Major topics include: 1) the formation of fossils, 2) biotratigraphy, 3) fossil idenitfication and classification, 4) biogeography, and 5) paleoclimatology. Labs utilize a diverse collection of fossils and a computer lab with paleontology softwere. Graduate students will complete an individual term project or special report.

Credits:

0.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.georgiasouthern.edu

Phone Number:

(912) 478-5391

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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