GLG 102Historical Geology With Lab

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An introduction to the evolutionary history of the earth and life on the planet. Topics covered include concepts in stratigraphy, rock dating, tectonic events, global climate and ecologic changes, and the study of faunal and floral succession over geologic period of time. Laboratory work and field trips (virtual or actual) are included to provide observational examples of the above topics and to learn geologic field techniques of data gathering.