ESC 230 - Geology of New York State 3 cr.

This course will examine the unique and often spectacular geology of New York State. Topics include a study of New York’s geologic provinces, important rock formations exposed throughout the State, our important mineral resources, past life in New York as preserved in the fossil record, and a broad survey of our 1.3 billion‐year geologic history. This course includes several local field trips held during regular class time and a required weekend field trip to the Adirondacks. 3 hrs. lect. Pre and/or Corequisite: ESC 102, ESC 104, or ESC 223. Field trip expense.