Listed in: Geology, as GEOL-111
Formerly listed as: GEOL-11
Peter D. Crowley (Section 01)
Tekla A. Harms (Section 01)
As the science that considers the origin and evolution of the earth, Geology provides students with an understanding of what is known about the earth and how we know it, how the earth “works” and why we think it behaves as it does. In particular this course focuses upon the earth as an evolving and dynamic system where change is driven by energy generated within the earth. Concepts to be covered are: the structure of the earth’s interior, isostasy, deep time, the origin and nature of the magnetic field, plate tectonics, the origin and evolution of mountain belts, and ocean basins and the growth of the continents over time. In this context, GEOL 111 considers a diverse range of topics such as the Appalachian mountain belt, the Hawaiian Islands, Yellowstone Park, the consequences of seismicity, faulting, meteorite impact, and volcanism on the earth’s inhabitants, and the sources and limitations of mineral and energy resources. This is a science course designed for all students of the College. Three hours of class and two hours of lab in which the student gains direct experience in the science through field trips, demonstrations, and projects.
Limited to 60 students with 20 students per lab. Fall semester: Professors Crowley and Harms. Spring semester: Professor Harms.
Section 01
M 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM BEBU 107
W 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM BEBU 107
F 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM BEBU 107
Section 01
W 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM BEBU 100
Section 02
Tu 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM BEBU 100
Section 03
Th 02:30 PM - 04:30 PM BEBU 100
This is preliminary information about books for this course. Please contact your instructor or the Academic Coordinator for the department, before attempting to purchase these books.
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Author(s) | Comment | Book Store | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earth, portrait of a planet, 5th ed. | Marshak | Amherst Books | TBD |
These books are available locally at Amherst Books.