GEOL 120 - Planets, Moons, and Comets

    Recent Professors
    Scott Kardel
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    60 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    The astronomy and geology of the solar system, observations, dynamics, relativistic ideas, including theories of formation and evolution. Comparative survey of the atmospheres, surface features and interiors of planets and satellites. Minor objects, such as comets and asteroids, will be included.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:10pm–2:35pm, Mon Wed 1:10pm–2:40pm, Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 2:20pm–3:45pm