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PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY GEOGRAPHY FIELD STUDIES FIELD GEOLOGY
LABORATORY 1.0 to 3.0 Units 2.0 to 6.0 Units
1.0 Unit GEOG 160 is a fi eld-based lecture course that GEOL 104 is a fi eld study of geologic features
GEOG 111 is the laboratory course for Physi- explores the physical and cultural geogra- within several geologic provinces. Emphasis
cal Geography. Laboratory exercises include phy of a selected region or regions. Physi- is placed on the recognition, interpretation,
the observation and interpretation of weather cal and cultural processes, characteristics recording, and reporting of geologic infor-
data, statistical analysis of climate data, and landscapes are observed, documented mation observed in the fi eld. Petrologic,
development of cartographic techniques, and analyzed. Specifi c content varies by paleontologic, structural, and stratigraphic
map interpretation, aerial photography geographic region, but includes both physical information is compiled and integrated into
interpretation, and landform description and cultural components. Lecture 1-3 hours. an interpretation of the geologic history of
and analysis. Local fi eld trips are required. Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for the area investigated. An extended period in
Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: GEOG ENGL 120 or ESL 151. Transfer Credit: CSU. the fi eld may be substituted for a number of
101 (GEOG 101 may be taken concurrently). shorter fi eld trips. Field trips will normally
Recommended Preparation: MATH 141, GEOLOGY be taken on weekends and/or during vaca-
MATH 146 or two units of MATH 246. Course tion periods. The itinerary, schedule, and
Typically Off ered: Fall/Spring. Transfer 101 fi eld area will be determined at the fi rst class
Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID GEOG 111) PHYSICAL GEOLOGY meeting (see current class schedule). The
3.0 Units student is responsible for the cost of food
114 GEOL 101 is an introduction to the principles and transportation, the approximate cost is
GEOGRAPHY OF BAJA CALIFORNIA of geology with emphasis on Earth processes. $35 for each two units of work, this fi gure
2.0 Units This course focuses on the internal structure may vary considerably depending on the
GEOG 114 is a fi eld study of Mexico’s Baja and origin of the Earth and the processes that location of the study area. Travel is usually
California peninsula using the geographic change and shape its surface. Lecture 3 hours. by chartered bus. Field Geology requires
methodology. Emphasis is placed on the Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for a great deal of rigorous activity and living
physical and cultural landscape, students ENGL 120 or ESL 151. Course Typically conditions in the fi eld are often primitive.
are exposed to basic geographic data collec- Off ered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, Lecture and fi eld study will be the semester
tion techniques and concepts, allowing for UC, USC. (C-ID GEOL 100) equivalent of one hour of lecture and three
students to observe and document elements hours of laboratory per week for each two
of Baja California’s climate, hydrology, wild- 101H units of credit, a typical semester of work
life, geomorphology, agriculture, economy, HONORS PHYSICAL GEOLOGY would include 16 hours of lecture and six
religion, and history, and how these elements 3.0 Units days in the fi eld. Note: Two units of non-
interact to create Baja’s unique landscape GEOL 101H is an introduction to the prin- overlapping fi eld study will often be off ered
and culture. Note: This class is taught in ciples of geology with emphasis on Earth for the fall and spring semesters, extended
conjunction with a fi eld trip to Baja Califor- processes. This course focuses on the internal periods of study may be available during
nia. Lecture 2 hours. Prerequisite: GEOG 101 structure and origin of the Earth and the summer session. Weather conditions may
or 102 or 105 or 110 or equivalent. Transfer processes that change and shape its surface. require rescheduling of some trips. Lecture
Credit: CSU. The honors course will be enhanced in one 1 hour/Laboratory 5 hours. Prerequisite:
or more of the following ways: 1. Students
155 do weekly quantitative problem sets in the GEOL 101, 102, 103, 105; OCEAN 115; PALEO
INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHIC geosciences; 2. Students prepare a research 101; or equivalent. Note: May be taken 3 times
INFORMATION SYSTEMS project and present it in the class; relevant for credit. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC.
3.0 Units topics include: global geochemical cycles, 105
GEOG 155 is an introduction to Geographic planetary geology from remotely sensed EARTH AND LIFE THROUGH TIME
Information Systems (GIS) science includ- data, problems in plate tectonic, climate 3.0 Units
ing geographic data gathering, analysis, change history, and interactions of man with GEOL 105 is an introduction to Earth’s
and display through digital methods. GIS is the Earth. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended history and the life it supports. Subjects
used to explore spatial questions about envi- Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 120 or include geologic dating, plate tectonics,
ronmental and social issues. The laboratory ESL 151, Eligibility for MATH 110. Transfer stratigraphy, fossils, biological evolution,
component demonstrates these principles Credit: CSU, UC, USC. the planet’s origin and the processes that
through hands-on experience with map have influenced paleogeography during
making using microcomputers running 102 the past 4.6 billion years. Lecture 3 hours.
ArcGIS and other GIS software. Note: ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY Recommended Preparation: GEOL 101 or
Students should have basic familiarity with 3.0 Units equivalent, eligibility for ENGL 120 or ESL
microcomputers and the Windows operating GEOL 102 is a study of the earth or natural 151 or equivalent Transfer Credit: CSU, UC,
system. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. hazards like earthquakes, volcanism, climate USC. (C-ID GEOL 110)
Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for change, pollution and human interactions
MATH 145. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. with the earth environment. Lecture 3 hours.
Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for
ENGL 120 or ESL 151. Course Typically
Off ered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU,
UC, USC. (C-ID GEOL 130)

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