GEOL 1 - Physical Geology

    Recent Professors
    K. Ford, J. Henkle
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    30–35 students
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of GEOL 1
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    This course consists of an introduction to the principles and unifying concepts of earth science including geologic time, formation and internal structure of the Earth, plate tectonics, rock and mineral identification, weathering processes, landforms, earthquakes, volcanic activity, flooding and groundwater resources. Laboratory exercises will include rock and mineral identification, and interpretation of topographic and geologic maps. Optional field trips to classic geologic locations. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 8:00am–9:15am, Tue Thu 9:00am–10:15am, Thu 11:00am–1:50pm, Thu 2:30pm–5:20pm