GEOL 101 - Introduction to Geology

    Recent Professors
    Paul Belasky
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    24–30 students
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters, Every Year This course covers geological processes that shape the earth and its history. The course emphasizes global geological phenomena (earthquakes, volcanoes, plate tectonics), the concept of "deep" time, climate change, natural resources, and the interaction between humans and their environment. One field trip is required. (GR) C-ID GEOL 101
    Usually Held
    Fri 11:10am–2:30pm, Wed 7:00pm–10:20pm