GEOL 120 - Life’s a Beach: Geological Processes & Living with the Coast

Credit(s): 3

LIFE’S A BEACH: GEOL PROCESSES
Component: Lecture
Introduction to geology of the coast. “Reading” beaches by geological phenomenon and physical processes. Historical and contemporary analysis of how populations have chosen to live with or against the natural dictates of the shore with costly and tragic consequences. One-day field trip required.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

Crosslisted: Crosslisted with MAST 120.

University Breadth: Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Technology College of Arts and Sciences Breadth: GROUP D: A&S Math, Nat Sci & Technology Course Typically Offered: Verify offering with Dept

General Education Objectives:
GE1A: Read Critically GE1B: Analyze Arguments and Information GE5C: Reason Scientifically