Geology at Shoreline Community College

Geology

Following are course descriptions. Check the Annual Schedule to plan your schedule.

GEOLOGY & 101
Introduction to Physical Geology (5)
An introductory-level geology course with laboratory exploring the Earth's materials and major geologic processes including plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanism and mountain building. Previously GEOL 101. Student option grading.

GEOLOGY & 103
Historical Geology (5)
Course offers a history approach to the knowledge of geology by tracing the evolution of the Earth and its biosphere from its origins. It involves the processes that shape and modify rocks and landscapes, tectonics and organic evolution. The lab includes learning to identify and interpret minerals, rocks and fossils. Previously GEOL 103. Student option grading.

GEOLOGY 107
Geologic Hazards (5)
An in-depth examination of the geologic hazards of the Pacific Northwest. Topics include: earthquakes, volcanoes & landslides, both globally and regionally. Emphasis will be on the science of these phenomena, effects on human populations, prediction, preparation & mitigation of the risk, & case studies. Prerequisite: Completion of ESL 100 or ENGL& 100 with a 2.0 or better or COMPASS test placement into ENGL& 101. Student option grading.

GEOLOGY 107W
Geologic Hazards (5)
An in-depth examination of the geologic hazards of the Pacific Northwest. Topics include: earthquakes, volcanoes & landslides, both globally and regionally. Emphasis will be on the science of these phenomena, effects on human populations, prediction, preparation & mitigation of the risk, & case studies. Prerequisite: Completion of ESL 100 or ENGL& 100 with a 2.0 or better or COMPASS test placement into ENGL& 101. Student option grading.

GEOLOGY & 115
Geology of National Parks (5)
An exploration of major geologic processes through the discovery of the origin of the landscapes and the study of the geologic history of America's National Parks. Course will include laboratory and one week-end field trip to a National Park of Washington State. Previously GEOL 120. Student option grading.

GEOLOGY 201
Geological Study Tour (10)
Provides opportunities to visit and study the geology of near and distant lands, such as SW U.S., Canadian Rockies, Turkey, Tunisia, etc. Student option grading.

GEOLOGY & 208
Geology of the Pacific Northwest (6)
Examines geological history of the Pacific Northwest. Includes laboratory study of the rocks and structures of the Northwest provinces & four weekend field trips to study the most important areas first hand. Previously GEOL 208. Prerequisite: GEOL& 101 or permission. Student option grading.

GEOLOGY 295
Special Topics in Geology (5)
Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in geology. Previously GEOL 285.

GEOLOGY 297
Individual Project in Geology (1)
Individual project in a specific area of geology. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students educational and work experience. Student option grading.

GEOLOGY 298
Individual Project in Geology (2)
Individual project in a specific area of geology. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students educational and work experience. Student option grading.

GEOLOGY 299
Individual Project in Geology (3)
Individual project in a specific area of geology. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students educational and work experience. Student option grading.

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