GEOL M02 - Physical Geology

    Recent Professors
    Francisco Mata, Julia Domenech, Steven Bacharach, Martha Ahlstrom
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    30–35 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
    Introduces geologic materials and processes that shape the Earth and its environments. Examines global plate tectonic processes and their relationship to earthquakes, volcanoes, mountain building, formation of rocks, minerals and natural resources, and rock structures (folds and faults). Includes a study of mass movements and glacial, river, and coastal processes that form the Earth's landscapes. Emphasizes the relationships between humans and geologic processes.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 12:00pm–1:15pm, Mon 8:30am–11:20am, Mon Wed 2:00pm–3:15pm, Mon Wed 8:30am–9:45am