Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1DescriptionThis course is an introduction to Earth's history and the life it supports. Subjects include geologic dating, plate tectonics, stratigraphy, fossils, biological evolution, the planet's origin and the processes that have influenced paleogeography during the past 4.6 billion years. The laboratory component includes geologic dating, plate tectonics, stratigraphy, fossils, biological evolution, the planet's origin and the processes that have influenced paleogeography during the past 4.6 billion years. This course is designed for Geology majors. It is strongly recommended that students complete GEOL 1A or GEOL 5A prior to taking this course. (HBCU, UC, CSU, C-ID GEOL 111) Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Favorites (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 San Joaquin Delta College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ . 