Geology

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The Geology offerings through CBC's Math/Science Division provide transfer science credits to science majors, science requirements and electives toward graduation with an Associate in Arts and Sciences degree and personal interest opportunities for the community.

Intro to Physical Geology introduces students to earth's processes and the relationships between the processes and earth's physical/chemical properties. Physical Geology II is an introductory study in geomorphology-a study of earth's landforms through processes that build them. Environmental Geology is a study of the ever-increasing collision course between humans and our geologic environment, including flooding, landslides, earthquakes, pollution and volcanic eruptions. Historical Geology is the study of earth's continents, oceans and life forms through time. The Geology offerings promote extensive skill-building opportunities in communication through the spoken and written word, skills in the use of technology as a learning and research tool and emphasis on critical thinking skills.

Courses

GEOL& 101: Intro to Physical Geology W/ Lab [M/S]

Credits 5

Composition and structure of the earth. Study and identification of common minerals and the three major rock groups. Plate tectonics concept of the evolution of surface features of continents. A study of volcanic, seismic, weathering, and groundwater processes. Outline of geologic development of the Pacific Northwest, including field studies. Lecture and lab must be taken concurrently. $25 science fee.

Prerequisite

A grade of 2.0 or better in MATH 40, or a grade of 0.7 or better in a higher math class, or appropriate placement.

Equivalent Courses
GEL 101

GEOL& 103: Historical Geology W/ Lab [M/S]

Credits 5

Assessment of the history and development of the earth's physical environment and its inhabitants. An historical and chronologic analysis of the origin of the earth, including the development of the earth through time and discussion based on the paleontologic, sedimentologic, and stratigraphic record. Study of distinctive fossil groups for each geologic period and applications for correlation and reconstruction of regional geologic history. Lecture and lab must be taken concurrently. $25 science fee.

Prerequisite

Completion of GEOL& 101 with a 0.7 or better, or instructor permission.

Equivalent Courses
GEL 203

GEOL& 110: Environmental Geology W/ Lab [M/S]

Credits 5

Relationships of human activities with earth materials and processes. Earthquakes, volcanic activity, mass wasting, subsidence, surface water, mineral resources, waste disposal, water pollution, and a heavy emphasis on groundwater may all be included. Students are expected to make interpretations and draw conclusions from scientific data such as graphs, charts, and maps. Lecture and lab must be taken concurrently. Field trips may be included as a part of the laboratory experience. $25 science fee.

Prerequisite

Completion of GEOL& 101 with a 0.7 or better, or instructor permission.

Equivalent Courses
GEL 211

GEOL 115: Geology of The National Parks

Credits 5

The U. S. national parks and wilderness monuments preserve spectacular natural wonders. Their beauty is a direct result of their underlying geology. In this course, we explore the processes and forces by which the park lands were formed and transformed over geologic time, and their current geologic significance. This includes volcanism, plate tectonics, mountain-building, and alpine glaciations. $25 science fee.