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ESCI 0054B - Great Valley and Coast Range Provinces

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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Formerly known as GEOL 51B Hours: 9 lecture Description: Field lecture course designed to teach students the geology of portions of the Great Valley and the Coast Range Provinces. Sites along I-80, the Russian River, the Pacific Coast, and the San Andreas Fault are examined. (CSU) Units 0.5 Lecture-Discussion 9 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 9 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Compare and contrast geologic features of specific field localities. Analyze and evaluate geologic processes responsible for producing specific landforms of the area covered. Interpret the tectonic setting of area covered. Course Content Outline I. Meeting to prepare students for logistics of field experience II. Instruction on basics of the geology of the experience area III. Field experience to the Great Valley and the Coast Range Provinces A. Geologic history of the Great Valley Group B. Franciscan Formation C. San Andreas Fault D. The Salinian Block E. Fluvial Environments F. Mesozoic Plate Tectonics of the Great Valley and Coast Range Provinces G. Rocks, Minerals and Fossils Great Valley and the Coast Range Provinces Course Objectives Course Objectives Through hands-on field experiences, discussion and assignments: 1. Compare, contrast, and describe geologic features of portions of the Great Valley and Coast Range Provinces. 2. Evaluate the geologic history of the Great Valley and Coast Range Provinces. 3. Analyze and evaluate geologic processes and deduce valid conclusions as to the tectonic and erosional activity of the Great Valley and Coast Range Provinces. 4. Create accurate written field notes. Methods of Evaluation Projects Reports Reading Assignments 1. Instructor will require each student to read the handout on required field equipment and bring that field equipment with them on the field class. 2. Instructor will assign each student to read the section on proper field techniques. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Create accurate field notes. 2. Complete research paper. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Map of area Supplemental library of area of field trip Faculty prepared handouts Supplemental readings