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Also known as ESCI 16G
Hours: 30 (12 lecture, 18 laboratory) per unit
Description: Investigations into the ecology of environments in the geologic past through field work at fossil sites. Comparisons and contrasts made between ancient (fossil) communities and the current (living) communities of selected study sites. Differences and similarities between the plants and animals used as evidence to reconstruct ancient ecological communities. This class requires the ability to hike moderate distances on uneven ground. This class will involve camping in either developed campsites or in undeveloped wilderness areas. (CSU)

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    • Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability
      • CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval)
        • Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval)
          • IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval)

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