GEOL 102: Earth: Dynamic Planet (XL)

Course Description

The course is centered on the nature and origin of Earth, including its minerals, rocks, geological processes such as erosion, Earth resources, climate, earthquakes, mountain building, and plate tectonics. Understanding geologic hazards and Earth resources is the core of sustainability. Laboratories illustrate geological methods of scientific inquiry through studies of minerals, rocks, Earth deformation, topographic and geologic maps, and Wisconsin’s geologic history through a field trip. Special course fees may apply.