Journey Through The Solar System

3 credits · Undergraduate

An introduction to the geological features of the planets, asteroid belt, and major satellites of our solar system, and the current understanding as to their formation. The course uses the earth as an analog to compare the landforms, and both the measured and inferred geology of the solar system. PREREQUISITES: There are no prerequisites, however a basic understanding of mathematics and the physical sciences is required. RESTRICTIONS: Restricted from students in first year. FORMATS: Lecture