2024-25 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Dec 11, 2024  
2024-25 Undergraduate Catalog
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GLY 262 - Historical Geology

Study of the changes of Earth and life through geologic time. Evolution of the continents, ocean basins and major life forms throughout Earth's history with an emphasis on stratigraphic and fossil record. Not open to students with credit for GLY 172. Prerequisite: GLY 261. Lecture/Lab Hours: Three lectures, one three-hour laboratory, student presentations, required field trip. Fulfills: GE 2, GENS; LASR; PRES, GECP. (4 cr. hr.)
Frequency code S = offered in spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Recall key definitions and principles of historical geologic science.
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of geologic time.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of the major events of Earth's history.
  4. Synthesize historical geology information in written and oral formats.



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