GEO130 — Introduction to Pacific Northwest Geology
GEO 130 - Introduction to Pacific Northwest Geology GEO 130 - Introduction to Pacific Northwest Geology 5 Credits Gives introductory students an understanding of the geologic history of the Pacific Northwest by including the influence of plate tectonics upon the mountain building and exotic terrains of the area. It includes several one-day (and possibly overnight) field trips to explore the local geology emphasizing the rock units and geologic processes that have contributed to the formation of the Pacific Northwest. 2.0 Placement Eligibility Math 91 or higher Course Note Previously GEOL 130. Fees Geology Field Trip Fee Science Lab Support Fee Quarters Typically ummer Fall Winter Spring Designed to Serve This course is designed both for general transfer students and students that desire an understanding of the natural history of the Pacific Northwest. Active Date 20250521T14:44:17 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 20 Lecture 33 Lab 44 Total Degree Distributions: AA Science Natural Science Natural Science Lab ProfTech Related Instruction BAS Course Outline The geologic framework of Cordilleran landscapes Columbia and the Rocky Mountains North Cascades Central and Western British Columbia, San Juan Islands Coast Range Province Cascade Range of Oregon and Southern Washington Cascade volcanoes the Blue Mountain Province Southeastern Oregon - a volcanic highland Snake River Country Columbia Plateau the Puget-Willamette lowlands The geologic histories of these diverse regions
Prerequisites: MATH81, GEOL130