GEOL 005 - GEOLOGIC MAPS

    Recent Professors
    Bryan Wilbur
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    18 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    GEOL 001 or GEOL 003
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Produce and read geologic maps. Topics covered include analysis of topographic maps and geologic maps, measurement of thickness of sedimentary rocks, use of a Brunton Pocket Transit, and field analysis of stratigraphy, geologic structures, unconformities, and cross cutting relationships in the preparation of geologic maps. Required five days of instructional trips. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
    Usually Held
    Mon 12:15pm–2:20pm, Mon 12:15pm–2:35pm