240411130 PRINCIPLES OF GEOLOGY ( 3 Crd.Hrs )

In this course, students will study about the formation of earth and its relation to the solar system's planets, composition and structure of the earth, plate tectonics, minerals, rock cycle, mountain building, energy resources, and natural hazards such as volcanoes, earthquakes, and surface water and groundwater resources. The last 3 weeks of lectures will be specified to the geology of Palestine which may include a short field trip.