GEOL 110 - Planet Earth

    Recent Professors
    T. Cliffe, A. Teachout
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    32–50 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This introductory physical science course investigates the composition of the earth and the geologic processes by which it formed. Emphasis is placed on the earth's unifying theory plate tectonics and the associated activities of volcanism, earthquakes, and mountain building. Topics will include crystals, minerals and rocks, their distribution within the planet, and the evolution of the earth across deep time. The sculpturing of the surface of the planet by wind, waves, streams, glaciers, and landslides will also be considered. (C-ID GEOL 100) (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-5, CSU-B1, IGETC-5A, Cal-GETC-5A)
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:00am–12:20pm, Mon Wed 9:30am–10:50am, Tue Thu 11:00am–12:20pm