GSC 1120 - Earth, Time, and Life (3) [GE 5A]

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.

Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
Course Category: Major Course, GE Course