GEOL A132 - Geologic Field Studies - Death Valley

    Recent Professors
    Mike Vanry, Chris Berg
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2023, Spring 2022
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    2
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course offers students an opportunity to explore fundamental geological concepts in a field-based setting. Pre-trip meetings will orient students to the tectonic, petrologic, historical and geomorphological setting of the Death Valley region. This course includes a multi-day field excursion to various locales of geological interest and may involve camping in primitive wilderness environments. Topics include the volcanic, tectonic and hydrologic history of the region.