An introduction to earth processes, physical geology includes the study of the formation of common rocks, minerals and economic mineral deposits, the structure of the earth's interior, and geological processes that create the surface landscape. Human and environmental hazards are also examined. Laboratory work includes the study of rocks, minerals, topographic maps, landforms, and geologic maps. Field trips may also be required.

Prerequisites: (Students are expected to have had adequate high school preparation in algebra, trigonometry, and chemistry). Required of majors in the Earth-Space Sciences.

Field Trip Photos - special thanks to Wayne Lehman, Bill Reichert, and Megan Blackman

Spring 2013 Field Trip
Fall 2012 Field Trip 1 and Field Trip 2
Spring 2012 Field Trip
Fall 2011 Field Trip 1 and Field Trip 2
Spring 2011 Field Trip 1 and Field Trip 2
Fall 2010 Field Trip 1 and Field Trip 2
Spring 2010 Field Trip
Fall 2009 Field Trip 1 and Field Trip 2