G 102L - Intro to Geology II Lab

1 Credit(s)

Corequisite(s):

G 102

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: 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 sedimentary processes and rocks.
CLO#3: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict, describe or apply knowledge of metamorphic processes and rocks.
CLO#4: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict, describe or apply knowledge of weathering of rock at the surface of the earth.
CLO#5: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict, describe or apply knowledge of erosion.
CLO#6: Explain, diagram, draw, evaluate, analyze, predict, describe or apply knowledge of 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) lab hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.