Introduction to Geology
As taught in: Spring 2011
The North America Tapestry of Time and Terrain. (Image courtesy of USGS.)
Instructors:
Prof. Taylor Perron
Prof. Oliver Jagoutz
MIT Course Number:
12.001
Level:
Undergraduate
Course Features
Course Description
This course introduces students to the basics of geology. Through a combination of lectures, labs, and field observations, we will address topics ranging from formation of the elements, mineral and rock identification, and geological mapping to plate tectonics, erosion and climate engineering.
