GEOL 1900 - Digging for Dinosaurs

Institution:

Pennsylvania Western University

Subject:

Geology

Description:

This introduction to Paleontology and the Fossil Record focuses on the geologic time scale and principles of evolution. Students learn basic taxonomy, cladistics, and taphonomy. The course will include structures and functions of fossil organisms with a special emphasis on the Late Paleozoic through Mesozoic life, highlighting Dinosaurs.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.pennwest.edu/

Phone Number:

(724) 938-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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