A discovery-based introductory examination of the processes that shape our planet. Topics include the rock cycle, earthquakes, volcanoes, the Ice Age, and plate tectonics. Satisfies University Program Group II laboratory requirement. Credit may not be earned in both GEL 100 and GEL 101,102, 105 or 130. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)

An introduction to the surficial and internal earth processes that shape our world. Topics include plate tectonics, minerals, rocks, volcanoes, earthquakes, and the Ice Age. Credit may not be earned in both GEL 101 and GEL 100, GEL 105, or GEL 130. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)

Laboratory study of minerals, rocks, maps, and geologic processes. Satisfies University Program Group II laboratory requirement. Credit may not be earned in GEL 102 and 100 or 130.This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Pre/Co-Requisite: GEL 101 or 105. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)

A survey of the socially important geological topics that affect people and their environment with a focus on natural and anthropogenic geologic hazards. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Credit may not be earned in both GEL 105 and 100, 101, or 130. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)

Introduces geologic processes from a quantitative perspective. Students will investigate, graph, and calculate rates and scales of processes including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and groundwater flow. Satisfies University Program Group II laboratory requirement. Credit may not be earned in both GEL 130 and 100, 101, 102, or 105. Quantitative Reasoning. (University Program Group II-B: Quantitative and Mathematical Sciences)