GEOL 015L - Earth Science Laboratory

    Recent Professors
    Jessica M. Smay
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    28 students
    Difficulty
    5.6Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    1
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    Students will study the highlights of geology, astronomy, oceanography, and meteorology. Students will perform laboratory experiments and modeling activities covering topics such as plate tectonics, the lives of stars, earthquakes, tides and extreme weather. Students will examine the relationship of these processes to each other and to overarching earth science concepts such as the rock and water cycles, ocean currents, weather patterns, and the solar system. A major focus is on using the scientific method to study these processes and concepts. Field trips may be required.