TransfermaticGEOG at Cuyamaca College

    GEOG 122 - Regional Field Studies in Physical Geography and Geology of Desert Environments

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    Credits
    1–4
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Are you interested in science and enjoy spending time outdoors? Explore the desert and learn about regional geology and geography with this field studies course! Regional Field Studies in Physical Geography and Geology of Desert Environments provides focused experience in geological and geographical field studies of desert environments in California and western North America. This course emphasizes use of the scientific process, observation, and interpretation of geologic and geographic phenomena in desert environments through direct experience in a field setting. This course centers around multi-day weekend field trips to desert environments in addition to on-campus meetings prior to and immediately following the field trips. Students must supply their own camping gear (sleeping bag, tent, etc.) and attend all class meetings and field trips. Also listed as GEOL 122. Not open to students with credit in GEOL 122. (C-ID GEOG 160) (CSU)