GEOL 1500 - Introduction to Geology

    Recent Professors
    Monica Hinson, James P. May
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    An introduction to the principles of geology with emphasis on Earth processes. This course focuses on the internal structure and origin of the Earth and the processes that change and shape it. The laboratory component focuses on the identification of rocks and minerals, topographic and geologic map exercises demonstrating the work of water, wind, ice and gravity and effects of tectonic activity. Field trips are required to certain local points of geological interest.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:10pm–2:25pm, Mon Wed 2:26pm–3:00pm, Mon Wed 6:10pm–7:25pm, Mon Wed 7:26pm–8:00pm