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WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Geology 299B
Course Description and Outline


GEOL 299B: Special Topics in Geology


2008-2009
Credits 1–5
Schedule of Classes Summer 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline Geology
Academic Division Science, Mathematics & Engineering
Prerequisites none
Transfer Information Courses with a 'B' Designator after the number: This course may apply toward a WNC degree or certificate program depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may not transfer or apply to programs at four-year universities within Nevada (UNR, UNLV). In some cases, this course may transfer and apply to programs at two and four year colleges within Nevada and may transfer to out of state schools. For information about how this course may transfer or apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
I : Catalog Course Description
Provides a study of selected topics in geology for students with little or no earth science background. Can include field experiences.
II : Course Objectives

Specific course objectives will vary from topic to topic. Upon completion of this course, the successful student will have:
1)Gained factual knowledge about geology.
2)Learned fundamental principles, generalizations or theories in geology.

III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

This course is not transferable and addresses the mission of the college and the mission of the division in the following manner.

College Mission
Western Nevada College inspires success in our community through opportunities that cultivate creativity, intellectual growth and technological excellence, in an environment that nurtures individual potential and respects differences. More specifically, Geol 299B addresses the third goal of the college's mission:
•Embrace our college's many communities and respond to their diverse needs.

Division Mission
Geol 299B addresses the fourth goal of the SME division mission:
•To provide students with opportunities for personal enrichment.

Sections II and III were prepared on May 12, 2008. Please contact the Science, Mathematics & Engineering division for more information.
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