GEOL 1L - Physical Geology

    Recent Professors
    Eric Tangumonkem
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of GEOL 1L
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    This course is an introduction to the science of the earth with emphasis on: minerals and rocks, plate tectonics, volcanic activity, earthquakes, geologic processes which shape the earth's surface, and structure of the earth. The lab includes the identification of common rocks and minerals and the interpretation of geologic features from maps, aerial photos, and field observations. A one-day (8-10 hours) field trip is required.