ESCI 0001L. Physical Geology Laboratory
Unit: 1
Formerly known as GEOL 1L
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ESCI 1
Hours: 54 laboratory
Minerals, rocks, fossils, aerial photos, topographic and geologic maps. Field trip(s) may be required during regular lab time. (C-ID GEOL 100L) (CSU, UC)
ESCI 0001L - Physical Geology Laboratory
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Formerly known as GEOL 1L Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ESCI 1 Hours: 54 laboratory Description: Minerals, rocks, fossils, aerial photos, topographic and geologic maps. Field trip(s) may be required during regular lab time. (C-ID GEOL 100L) (CSU, UC) Units 1 Lecture-Discussion Laboratory 54 By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Identify and classify basic rocks and minerals. Interpret topographic maps. Use appropriate instrumentation to measure atmospheric characteristics. Course Content Outline I. Scientific Method II. Rock Forming Minerals III. Common Ore Minerals IV. Igneous Rocks V. Sedimentary Rocks VI. Metamorphic Rocks VII. Fossils VIII. Topographic Maps IX. Geologic Structures and Maps X. Geologic Time XI. Earthquakes XII. Landforms XIII. Field Experience Course Objectives Course Objectives 1) Solve lab problems based on scientific inquiry; 2) perform simple tests to identify common minerals; 3) evaluate hand specimens of rocks (igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic) using their mineralogy and texture to classify them and relate them to their origin; 4) analyze hand specimens of fossils based on morphology to assign them to the appropriate level of classification (such as Phylum) and identify common index fossils for specific geologic eras; 5) interpret ancient geologic environments using fossils and sedimentary components; 6) analyze features on topographic maps; 7) represent topography with contour lines based on spot elevations; 8) create a profile from a topographic map with and without vertical exaggeration; 9) distinguish between major landform features on topographic maps and aerial photos, and relate them to basic geologic processes that created them (such as glaciers); 10) interpret geologic maps and cross-sections; 11) construct block diagrams to identify structures (such as faults and folds); 12) unravel the local geologic history of an area based on dating principles; 13) locate earthquake epicenters on a map using seismic wave information; and 14) evaluate rocks and geologic structures in our local area. Methods of Evaluation Problem Solving Examinations Reading Assignments 1. Read the handouts discussing various fossils from Kingdoms Monera, Protista, Animalia, and Plantae and use these handouts to help identify fossils that you will be handling in lab. 2. Review the handout on the geology of the Interstate 80 corridor (from Rocklin to Applegate) and refer to it during our lab field study. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Using mineral keys, determine the name and chemical composition of each mineral sample. 2. Using rock keys, determine the name, texture and rock category of each rock sample. 3. Create a properly-labeled and displayed rock/mineral/fossil collection. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Laboratory Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
Course Identification Numbering System (C-ID)
...100 ESCI 0001 GEOL 100L ESCI 0001L GEOL 110 ESCI 0003 GEOL 110L ESCI 0003L...
