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Geology

PVCC cannot guarantee course frequency; however, to aid in student planning, courses typically are offered as indicated below.
F = Offered fall semester   Sp = Offered spring semester
Su = Offered summer Y = Offered once every academic year
IR = Offered irregularly
(Contact division office for next offering)

  		cr = Credit/credits

GOL 105 Physical Geology (4 cr, F)

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.
Prerequisite: BSK 9 or division approval.
Total 6 hours per week.

GOL 106 Historical Geology (4 cr, Sp)

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.

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