G 102 - Intro to Geology II Surface Process

3 Credit(s)

Corequisite(s):

G 102L

Recommended Prerequisite(s):

G 101 , G 101L

Course Description: Studies the surface processes of geology and the interaction of the internal mechanisms of the earth’s dynamics. Covers the fundamentals of sedimentary and metamorphic rocks, their formation, and the surface processes that affect them. Includes the atmosphere, groundwater, running water, oceans, shoreline erosion, fossils, streams, ground water, and glaciers.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict and describe the sedimentary processes and rocks. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#2: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict and describe the metamorphic processes and rocks.
CLO#3: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict and describe the weathering of rock at the surface of the earth.
CLO#4: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict and describe the erosion.
CLO#5: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict and describe the streams and stream dynamics.

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) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.