College Geology Courses

G 201 Section 212 Geology I
Instructor: William Orr
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Syllabus
3 credits          $354
A study of the processes of nature affecting the surface of the earth, formation of economic geologic deposits, and the main events in the history of the earth. Sequence does not include laboratory exercises.
Dual Credit Available.

G 351 Section 199 Intro to Oceanography
Instructor: William Orr
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Syllabus
4 credits          $472
Accepted by the American Meteorological Society

Accepted by the National Weather Association A study of the physical, chemical, and biological processes of the world's oceans, including history and geology of the ocean basins.
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.

G 430 Section 138 Life of the Past
Instructor: William Orr
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Syllabus
4 credits          $472
A study of life on Earth from the first protein synthesis reactions three billion years ago to the dominance of mammals today. Study geologic use of plant and animal fossils, their role in the interpretation of the history of the Earth, and all manner of fossil life (protozoa, plants, and animals.) For those without extensive science/math backgrounds. Not for geology majors.

G 452 Section 178 Geology of the Oregon Country
Instructor: William Orr
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Syllabus
4 credits          $472
A study of the geologic and tectonic history of Oregon, including the plate-tectonic processes responsible for its evolution. Open to students in any field.
Prerequisite: G 201 or equivalent.

G 453 Section 213 Geology of the Pacific Northwest
Instructor: William Orr
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4 credits          $472
A survey of the topographic and geologic features of the Pacific Northwest, with emphasis on geologic and mining history, covering the geographic area from Southeast Alaska to Northern California and as far east as Montana.