College of Marin
Spring 2008 Schedule of Classes
GEOLOGY
Directed study courses are offered at the KTD campus.
GEOL 99 3.0 units
General Science
Many students feel unprepared to take college level science courses. This
is an introductory course designed for students who have not taken or were
previously unsuccessful in other science courses, and for students who
have been away from school for an extended period of time. The class
covers basic scientific principles and concepts of the physical and life
sciences and prepares students to move into other science classes with the
information, understanding, and skills required to succeed. Introductory
topics in biology, chemistry, geography, geology, meteorology, and physics
are discussed. This course also provides an excellent overview of the most
important topics in science today for anyone interested in learning more
about the natural world.
2058 2/20-5/21 Bero D
W 6:10-9pm, KTD/SC166
and 1hr/wk TBA
Note: Instructor changed from Boyce S, Bero D
to Bero D
Late start. Meets 13 weeks.
May also be taken as BIOL 99. Students receive credit for only one
course.
GEOL 103 3.0 units
Environmental Geology
The study of the interactions of the human race and the physical
environment.
2059 Foss D
T 6:40-9:30pm, KTD/SC159
GEOL 109 3.0 units
General Oceanography
A general survey course in ocean science. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
2060 Newton S
C MW 12:40-2pm, KTD/SC159
GEOL 114 3.0 units
Geology of California
A study of California's scenic landscape and geologic environments.
Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
2061 CANCELLED 01/24/08 Newton S
E MW 2:10-3:30pm, KTD/SC166
GEOL 120 3.0 units
Physical Geology
A study of the basic principles of geology and the processes responsible
for the formation of rocks, minerals, and the natural landforms of the
Earth. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
2062 Bero D
J MW 9:40-11am, KTD/SC159
Note: Instructor changed from Staff to Bero D
2063 Foss D
N T 11:10-2pm, KTD/SC159
GEOL 120L 1.0 unit
Physical Geology Lab
Prerequisite: GEOL 120 OR CNCR ENR
A hands-on study of minerals, rocks, maps, and geologic field problems.
Skills that will enable students to interpret the geologic condition of
their surroundings. Field trips to be arranged. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
2064 Foss D
H T 2:40-5:30pm, KTD/SC166
GEOL 126 2.0 units
Field Geology II
Prerequisite: GEOL 120
The area in and around the Death Valley area of Southern California and
Nevada will serve as the classroom materials for this Spring geology
course. This course will teach fundamental principles of field geology
including rock identification, geologic mapping, and structural
interpretation. Students must be in good physical condition. A complete
discussion of the course requirements will be offered at the first
meeting.
2065 2/19-4/22 Bero D
84hrs/wk TBA/FIELD
Five Tuesday evening lecture class meetings. First class meeting
2/19, 10-1pm in SC 159. Spring Break fieldtrip 4/4 through 4/13. A
student donation for the cost of transportation is requested from all
students enrolled in this course.
GEOL 129 2.0 units
Field Studies of Marin East of the San Andreas Fault
Via field observation and lecture this course acquaints both general
interest students and geology majors to the geological features and
history of the portion of Marin County east of the San Andreas Fault.
Fresh air and moderate hiking exercise are included for no additional fee.
Transfer Credit: CSU
2066 CANCELLED 02/04/08 Locke J
and 35hrs/wk TBA
Field Study. Orientation Sat 1/26, 10-1 pm in SC 159. Five Saturday
8-hour fieldtrips TBA.
GEOL 138 4.0 units
Intro to Environmental Sciences
This is a science-based course and takes an interdisciplinary
approach to understanding the environmental crisis that confronts us all.
Our studies combine ideas and information from natural sciences (such as
biology, chemistry and geology) and social sciences (such as economics,
politics, and ethics) to present a general idea of how nature works and
how humans and ecosystems are interconnected. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
2067 Smith V
E MW 2:10-5pm, KTD/SC102
Note: Room changed from SC130 to SC102
May also be taken as BIOL 138. Students receive credit for only one
course.
GEOL 145 3.0 units
Ethics in Science
No development or application of basic science has just one effect, and
many discoveries have lead to several profound and controversial issues
facing our society today. This course enables students to explore and
understand some of the problems surrounding current and future
technologies. Topics such as recombinant DNA technologies, the human
genome project, reproductive technologies, energy and land use, and toxic
waste are explored through an interdisciplinary approach from both
scientific and philosophical perspectives. This course is appropriate for
both science majors and nonmajors. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
2068 CANCELLED 01/25/08 Hartman F
W 6:10-9pm, KTD/SC130
May also be taken as BIOL 145. Students receive credit for only one
course.
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