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Geology (GOL) at Mountain Empire Community College

GOL 105 - Physical Geology: Introduces the composition and structure of the earth and modifying agents and processes. Investigates the formation of minerals and rocks, weathering, erosion, earthquakes, and crustal deformation.

Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

4 credits
GOL 106 - Historical Geology: Traces the evolution of the earth and life through time. Presents scientific theories of the origin of the earth and life and interprets rock and fossil record.

Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

4 credits
GOL 111 - Oceanography I: Examines the dynamics of the oceans and ocean basins. Applies the principles of physical, chemical, biological, and geological oceanography. Part I of II.

Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

4 credits
GOL 112 - Oceanography II: Examines the dynamics of the oceans and ocean basins. Applies the principles of physical, chemical, biological, and geological oceanography. Part II of II.

Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

4 credits
GOL 135 - Field Studies in Geology: Investigates geologic phenomena. Includes activities such as observation of regional geology and landforms, collection of samples, and measurement and interpretation of geologic structures.

Field studies 3-6 hours per week.

1-2 credits
GOL 195 - Topics In: Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.

May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.

1-5 credits
GOL 207 - Mineralogy: Provides details for study of minerals. Focuses on the structure and properties of minerals, their occurrence, and uses. Prerequisite GOL 105.

Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

4 credits
GOL 225 - Environmental Geology: Explores the interaction between man and his physical environment. Stresses geologic hazards and environmental pollution utilizing case histories. Prerequisite GOL 105.

Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

4 credits

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