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General Education

The following is fulfilled by this course:

  • Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning)
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Status: Active
SUNY ID: 14628
Full Title: Physical Geology
Level: Lower Division (UG)
CIP: 4006 Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences

GEL 101 | Physical Geology

4 credits

Geology is the study of the earth--its evolution, composition, and the processes that formed it and continue to shape it today. Students will learn how to use the principles of geological science to understand and interpret our physical environment and local geology. In the course, students will learn the ways that geologic processes affect the earth's atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere. The course will explore how geologic processes affect human society as well as how humans influence geologic processes.Lecture/LabLiberal ArtsSemester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring.