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GEOL 117 GEOLOGY OF EARTH'S SURFACE examines Earth's rocks, structures, and the surficial processes of weathering, mass wasting, and erosion. Major topics include sedimentary rocks and minerals, streams, glaciers, wind and deserts, waves and shorelines, ground water, topographic features, and geologic resources. Laboratory work includes identification of rocks, interpretation of topographic maps, and recognition of geologic hazards. Credit cannot be earned for this course and GEOL 105. A field trip may be required. Formerly listed as GEOL 112.