EASCI220 - Introduction to Physical Geology

Description:EASCI220 is an introduction to the study of physical geology and will give students a basic understanding of the processes that shape the earth. Topics include plate tectonics, volcanism, rocks and minerals, landforms and the various processes that shape landforms. Lab activities include the hands-on study of rocks and minerals, as well as the use of topographic maps and computer simulations.
Credit hours:3-2-4
Prerequisite(s):eligibility for ENGL 101
Applicability towards graduation:
  • Certificate or degree - All Certificates and Degrees
  • Group requirement - Natural/Physical Science
  • Area of concentration - Earth Science
IAI:P1 907L: Introduction to Geology (GECC)
Offered:Fall and Spring

Spring 2009 Offerings

CourseSecBegEndDaysInstructorNotes
EASCI 2200112:00p
10:00a
12:50p
11:50a
M,W,F
T (lab)
Mortensen

Earth Science Courses

NumberTitleHours
EASCI 210Physical Geography3-2-4
EASCI 220Introduction to Physical Geology3-2-4
EASCI 230Introduction to Meteorology3-2-4