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GEOL 260 - Geology/Hydrology


Lecture and field-based course introducing geology and hydrology in the context of natural hazards and natural resources. Includes plate tectonics, mineral and rock ID, rock structure, geologic time, landslides, earthquakes, flooding, soil, rivers, and water resources. Students gain topographic survey experience. Field-intensive course.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (MATH 130  or MATH 150 ) and (CHEM 110  or CHEM 109  or PHYS 121 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Units: 4