This is an introduction to the physical and biological
development of the Earth during the last 4.5 billion years. Topics
include the
formation of the Earth, interpretation of major events in Earth history
as preserved in
the rock record, and the origin and evolution of life. Three lectures
and one
three-hour laboratory each week. One weekend field trip is required,
as may be one
or more Saturday field trips. Prerequisite: an introductory geology
course or permis-
sion of instructor.
