GEOL 36 - Geology Laboratory of Coastal California

1 unit
3 hours lab per week to be arranged
Prerequisite: GEOL 1 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment
Recommended Preparation: ENGL 84
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU, UC*

This course is a field and laboratory study of the geologic history, rock types, structural and geomorphic features and mountain building processes along the central and southern California coast with special emphasis on the geologic history of the Salinian Block, the subsequent impact of the San Andreas Fault, and coastal erosional processes.

Note: Credit may be earned in GEOL 30, GEOL 32, GEOL 34, and Geology 36; however, only one course will be UC transferable. Note: Some labs will be held in the field on weekends at arranged times. UC does not accept GEOL 30, GEOL 32, GEOL 34, or 36 for the Physical Science laboratory requirement.