Field Studies in Geology - GOL 135 at Northern Virginia Community College


         
 
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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

Schedule at Northern Virginia Community College

Spring 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
45616 GOL 135-001A 1
      Sa
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
 2025-01-21 Alexandria P
This is a GOL field trip to the Washington Monuments. Contact the instructor: Dr. Doyle at edoyle@nvcc.edu with any questions. The field trip is TBA for mid-April of 2025.
Off-Campus Location

Summer 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
31644 GOL 135-050A 1
Su      
10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
 2025-06-01 Alexandria P
Additional info online
Weekend Course
Geology of Great Falls Park, VA. One day field trip on Saturday, June 7th with additional on-line readings and assignments. Rain date: Sunday, June 8th. Trip to study the modern and ancient forces that have acted to create Great Falls National Park. Trip involves some easy to moderate hiking. Meet at Great Falls National Park in McLean, VA at 10:00 am on the day of the class. The trip will run until approximately 4-5pm. More information about meeting time/place and logistics will be available on the Canvas site for the course approximately one week prior to the date of the meeting. This site will be accessible after you register for the class. For other questions call (703) 845-6341 or (703) 845-6507 or e-mail vzabielski@nvcc.edu. COVID-19 protocols will be adhered to for this trip.
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