GEL 1020 - Geology of Colorado

3(3 + 0)

Prerequisite: Minimum performance-standard scores on reading, writing, and mathematics preassessment placement tests

This course introduces the basic theories, concepts, and assumptions used in geology, focusing on the state of Colorado. The major geological provinces; mineral resources; common rock-forming minerals; and sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks of Colorado are covered.One field trip required(General Studies—Level II, Natural Science)(GT-SC2)