ENV24752

This is an introductory geology course in which we explore the fundamental components of the inorganic Earth and their interactions with each other and with the biosphere (e.g. exchanges of energy and materials). Topics we will cover include rock and mineral identification, processes of landscape formation, atmospheric circulation, and surface and groundwater hydrology. The goal of these studies is to augment students' understanding of natural landscapes and to provide them with a foundation of geologic knowledge that they can apply to advanced courses in environmental studies.SPECIAL NOTES: Class meets half day Wednesday; One multi-day field trip required; $75.00 estimated student expense for camping, misc.