Course Description
This course introduces basic tools and techniques used in geologic fieldwork including pocket transit compass, air photography interpretation, and the analysis and interpretation of geologic maps. Nine to ten days of weekend field trips are required, including a four- to six-day camping trip to complete the geologic mapping exercise.
Units: 2
Credit - Degree Applicable Transferable to CSU only
Course Details
- Grade Options: Letter Grade, Pass/No Pass
- In-Class Lecture Hours: 16 – 18
- In-Class Lab Hours: 48 – 54
Requisites and Advisories
- Prerequisites: None
- Co-Requisites: None
- Advisory: None
Transfer Details
- CSU/UC:
Transferable to CSU only - WVC GE: Area A-5: Natural Sciences
- CSU GE: Area B1 - Physical Sciences
Area B3 - Laboratory Activity- Lab course used from B1 or B2