G 103 - Intro to Geology III Historical

G 103L  

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 in the Pacific Northwest when possible.

Course Learning Outcomes:

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