GSC 1120 - Earth, Time, and Life (3)

A survey of Earth’s history and changing environments: formation from the solar nebula, plate tectonics, ‘continental drift,’ and ocean basins; evolution of the hydrosphere, biosphere, and Earth landscape; crosscutting age relationships; fossil populations during successive geological ages; dating the past and development of the Geologic Time Scale; biostratigraphy; global climate change over time.

GE Area(s): B1
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
Course Category: Major Course, GE Course