Earth History and Stratigraphy.

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Basic principles of interpreting Earth history: geologic time, stratigraphic analysis, reconstructing past environments. Actualism, catastrophism and engagement with Christian theology in the historical development of geology. Overview of Earth history including origin of Earth-Moon, history of life, stratigraphic record and tectonic activity. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory. Prerequisite: GEOL 212 or ENVR 212 . Additional course fee required: $25 lab, $120 field trip.