Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly GEOL C100. A study of the composition and structure of the earth and the internal and external processes that modify the crust and the surface. Rock and mineral formation, geologic hazards, resource discovery and uses will be covered. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: GEOL 100.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly GEOL C141. Laboratory study of basic physical geology. Emphasizes skills needed for identification of minerals and rocks; interpretation of land surface features based on topographic maps; and the understanding of folding, faulting, and rock relationships through interpretation of geologic maps. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: GEOL 100 L.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter

A broad-based lecture/laboratory study of introductory Earth Science including geology, oceanography, meteorology, planetary science, and astronomy. Topics are aligned with the California State Science Standards for K-12 and will prepare future teachers to teach these subjects within the California Science Framework. Letter Grade only. C-ID: GEOL 121.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly GEOL C130. An introduction to the current and historical geology of California, including an investigation of its tectonic processes, geologic structures, rocks and minerals, physiographic provinces, volcanoes, mountains, faults, and natural resources. During the course, students will develop an overall understanding of geology and then examine specific California regions, learning how and why California has so many geologic wonders. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: GEOL 200.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

An introduction to the fundamentals of environmental geology including the interactions between and impacts of humans with the environment in a geologic context. The course focuses on connections between and environmental problems found in the lithosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere. Principles of sound management of the geologic environment will be addressed. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: GEOL 130.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

An introduction to Earth's history and the life it supports. Subjects include geologic dating, plate tectonics, stratigraphy, fossils, biological evolution, the planet's origin, and the processes that have influenced paleogeography during the past 4.6 billion years. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: GEOL 110.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

The laboratory component to an introduction to Earth's history and the life it supports. Subjects include geologic dating, plate tectonics, stratigraphy, fossils, biological evolution, the planet's origin, and the processes that have influenced paleogeography during the past 4.6 billion years. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: GEOL 110 L.