Earth Materials
Overview
Subject area
GEO
Catalog Number
245
Course Title
Earth Materials
Department(s)
Description
Presentation of the fundamentals of mineralogy and petrology (igneous, metamorphic, sedimentary) with a focus on common rock-forming minerals, crystal structure, mineral and rock identification, soil, and water within the context of biogeochemical cycles.PREREQ: GEO 167, 166, or 101.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Academic Progress Units
4
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Laboratory
Hours
2
Name
Lecture
Hours
3