GEOL 100

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Dinosaurs

Geological SciencesCollege of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences

Course Description

Hands-on examination of vertebrate fossils -- especially dinosaurs. For nonscience majors. Field trips.

When Taught

Fall, Winter, Spring

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3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

1

Fixed

2

Title

Relationship between Science & Religion

Learning Outcome

Be able participate in meaningful discussions on the relationships of science and religion.

Title

Deep Time, Diversity of Life, Plate Tectonics

Learning Outcome

Confidently explain the relationships between deep time, the diversity of life, and plate tectonics.

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How Science Works

Learning Outcome

Be able to explain how science works via examples from geology and paleontology.

Title

Awe & Wonder

Learning Outcome

Have an infectious sense of awe and wonder for today's biotic and abiotic realms as part of an ever-changing Earth.

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Genealogy of the Dinosauria

Learning Outcome

Using cladistic methods be able to explain the basic phylogenetic relationships within Dinosauria, including birds.

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Faith in Jesus Christ

Learning Outcome

Increase faith in Jesus Christ through (1) a study of the history and relationahips of His creations and (2) gospel discussions.

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Increase testimony of living prophets and apostles

Learning Outcome

Increase testimony of living prophets and apostles via discussions of their words and teachings.