Earn 3 transferable credits with our online Geology 101: Physical Geology (SDCM-0031) course featuring engaging video lessons, self-paced learning, and instructor support. Start anytime and transfer to 2,000+ colleges.
Overview
Syllabus
- Ch 1. Introduction to Geology
- Ch 2. Earth's Spheres and Internal Structure
- Ch 3. Plate Tectonics
- Ch 4. Earth Materials
- Ch 5. Mineral Types, Properties and Uses
- Ch 6. Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic Rocks
- Ch 7. Introduction to Volcanoes
- Ch 8. Weathering and Erosion
- Ch 9. Rock Deformation and Mountain Building
- Ch 10. Geologic Map Reading and Interpretation
- Ch 11. Introduction to Earthquakes
- Ch 12. Deserts and Wind
- Ch 13. Water Balance on Earth
- Ch 14. Running Water and Landform Evolution
- Ch 15. Ground Water
- Ch 16. Glaciers
- Ch 17. Oceans
- Ch 18. Introduction to Geologic Time
- Ch 19. Economic Geology & Mineral Resources
- Ch 20. Required Assignments for Geology 101
- Ch 21. Studying for Geology 101
- Course Practice Test