GEO 132 — Historical Geology
Historical Geology is the study of the major developments in the history of the Earth and its systems - its lithosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and atmosphere - from their origin to the present. The course begins by examining fundamental concepts of sedimentary geology, stratigraphy, age dating methods, fossils and organic evolution. Later topics include Earth’s formation and early history, the origin and evolution of life, extinctions, and global environmental change, including climate change. Labs and regional field trips emphasize the rock and fossil evidence of Earth’s changes over time.
Prerequisites: MTH 098, MTH 125, ENG 099, GEO 102, GEO 105, GEO 110, GEO 131