GEO 259: California Geology

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Units: 4

Hours: Lecture, 3 hours; discussion, 1 hour

Catalog page 310

Prerequisites: graduate standing; or consent of instructor

Description: Provides a geological, geophysical, and paleontological basis for understanding California?s geologic history, active tectonics, landforms, natural resources, and natural hazards. Covers California?s geomorphic provinces and key rock units.

Credit: Credit is awarded for one of the following GEO 259 or GEO 159.

Enrollment History (from UCR Banner, not catalog)
Year F W S Su Total
2022-23 3/20 3/20