Geology GEOL

GEOL 1 Introduction to Physical Geology

Units

4

Hours

3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

GEOL 101

Peralta GE Areas 5; Cal-GETC Area 5A, 5C;

Survey of materials and structures comprising the outer portion of the earth, and geologic processes responsible for sculpturing the earth: Plate tectonics and mountain building; formation of minerals and igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks; deformation of rocks by folding and faulting; and erosion of the land surface. Two one-day field trips required.

Offered: Fall 2026 (2 sections)

GEOL 21 Bay Area Field Studies

Units

1-2

Hours

1 - 2 hours lecture

Transfers to

CSU

In-the-field introduction to the richness of the geologic environment: Emphasis on the basic geologic processes that shape the earth’s surface.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.