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
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
1
Fixed
2
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Learning Outcome
Be able participate in meaningful discussions on the relationships of science and religion.
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Confidently explain the relationships between deep time, the diversity of life, and plate tectonics.
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Be able to explain how science works via examples from geology and paleontology.
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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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Using cladistic methods be able to explain the basic phylogenetic relationships within Dinosauria, including birds.
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