Stratigraphy & Interpreting Paleoenvironments

Overview

Subject area

GEOL

Catalog Number

313W

Course Title

Stratigraphy & Interpreting Paleoenvironments

Description

This advanced class examines physical and biological methods for interpreting layered rocks and their application to understanding past environments in both academic and industry settings. It will also provide techniques on how to use the fossil record to interpret paleoenvironmental changes. Required all-day fieldtrips.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Course Attributes

WRIC - WRIC (Writing Intensive)

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

5

Requisites

028860

Course Schedule