G 103L - Intro to Geology III Historical Lab

1 Credit(s)

Corequisite(s):

G 103

Recommended Prerequisite(s):

G 101 , G 101L and / or G 102 , G 102L

Course Description: Covers the history of the evolution of the earth through the ages. Studies the formation of the universe, the solar system, and the beginning of the earth. Looks at the fossil record, glaciers, arid lands, the earth’s resources, depositional environments, and the earth’s history. Special emphasis is given to the geology of southern Oregon and various provinces of the Pacific Northwest when possible.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Works with teams in lab to analyze rocks and minerals. (ILO: Communication)
CLO#2: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict, describe or apply knowledge of the different types of glaciers as well as their characteristics and activities.
CLO#3: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict, describe or apply knowledge of economic importance/impact of geologic activity.
CLO#4: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict, describe or apply knowledge of geologic evolution and its relationship to paleontology and geologic time.
CLO#5: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict, describe or apply knowledge of geologic history of North America.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: calculator, hand lens, pencils and erasers

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lab hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.