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2015-2016 University Catalog

GEOL 101 - Introductory Geology I

Credits: 4
Not Repeatable

Covers Earth, processes that operate within Earth and on surface, and human interaction with Earth. Topics include minerals, earthquakes and seismology, isostasy, igneous processes and rocks, paleomagnetism and plate tectonics, weathering, mass movements, rivers and streams, groundwater, glaciers, and marine processes.

Designated a Green Leaf Course .

Fulfills Mason Core requirement in natural science (lab).

Notes: May include field trips.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 3