GEOL 010 - Physical Geology

    Recent Professors
    Jessica M. Smay
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    50 students
    Difficulty
    6.2Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of GEOL 010
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    Students are introduced to geologic processes related to volcanoes, earthquakes, landslides, erosion, tsunami, and Earth resources. The relationship of these processes to each other and to overarching geologic concepts, such as plate tectonics, the rock cycle and the water cycle will be examined. Major focuses include communicating scientific concepts and the impact these processes have on civilization. The scientific method is illustrated as it relates to analyzing geologic problems. Field trips may be required.
    Usually Held
    Mon 9:00am–10:20am