GEOL Undergraduate Lower-Divison Courses

Study of surface features of the earth and how they were formed: rocks that make up the crust of the earth. GEOL 1010 (Lab) must be taken concurrently. Approved for LAS Natural Science area requirement. Approved for Compass Curriculum requirement: Explore-Physical and Natural World.

• 4 Credits

Development of the science of geology, study of earth history and development of life forms throughout geologic time. Three lectures and one field trip or laboratory per week. Approved for LAS Natural Science area requirement. Approved for Compass Curriculum requirement: Explore-Physical and Natural World. 

• 4 Credits

This course examines the geologic evolution and history of Colorado and the West. Develops the basic concepts needed to interpret the local geology and how our region evolved through time. Features field trips to local points of geologic interest. Approved for Compass Curriculum requirement: Explore-Physical and Natural World. 

• 4 Credits

This course investigates a range of natural hazards, including extinction events, and their depiction in popular media as a starting point for analyses and discussions. Theatrical films, documentaries, and scientific analyses are used to identify causes, consequences, and public perception of natural hazards. Approved for Compass Curriculum requirement: Explore-Physical and Natural World.

•  4 Credits