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Introduction to Earth Science (GS 106)

Term: 2023-2024 Academic Year Fall Term

Faculty

Ronald Allen Metzger
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Office Hours For Spring Term

  • Mon/Wed:  10:30 - 11:30 am
  • Thur/Fri:  8:00 - 9:00 am
  • Note:  I am available more often than this.  If I am in my office then I am available for questions.  You may also make an appointment by emailing me or calling my office phone (541-888-7216).  I am also happy to set up Zoom Conferences as well.

Description

Introduces various branches of earth science. Includes basic terminology, fundamental processes and respective interrelationships. Discusses rock and mineral formation, plate tectonic theory, volcanism, earthquakes, surficial processes, and geologic time. Includes laboratory component. Credit cannot be earned for this course and G221.