Historical Geology
General
Prefix
AHS
Course Number
305
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Description
Evolution of the earth with emphasis on biological and physical events of the stratigraphic record. Field work. Lab.
Prerequisites
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Construct a timeline of major events that occurred over the history of the Earth and indicate the impacts and significance of these events on the planet and on life.
Outcome
Interpret geologic maps and stratigraphic cross-sections in terms of geologic structure and history.
Outcome
Explain theories and methods that relate to the history of Earth, including plate tectonics, mass extinctions, biological evolution, and geologic dating methods.
Outcome
Identify common fossils and define their characteristics, ecology, and the evolution and extinction of major fossil groups.
Dependencies
Courses
AHS305
is a
prerequisite
for:
Programs
AHS305
is a
completion requirement
for: