Geology (GEOL) - The Earth's Interior for Non-Science
GEOL 1031 The Earth's Interior for Non-Science
Antirequisites:
GEOL 1005, GEOL 1020, and
GEOL 1006
Hours:
Three hours of lecture per week for one term.
Credits:
3
Description:
This course covers the endogenic processes that are associated with the geology of the Earth. Topics include the rock cycle (sedimentary/metamorphic/igneous rocks), and rock-forming minerals. In addition, all aspects of plate tectonics are examined including earthquakes, magma generation, volcanic activity, continental growth, mountain building, and geologic structures.