PALEONTOLOGY: INVERTEBRATES AND PRIMITIVE VERTEBRATES
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
   

GEOL 1203 - PALEONTOLOGY: INVERTEBRATES AND PRIMITIVE VERTEBRATES


Minimum Credits: 4
Maximum Credits: 4
Long Description This class surveys the history of life from its origins through the first amphibian groups that invaded the land. Along the way we will cover the basic biology and marine ecology of the major invertebrate groups that dominate the fossil record. An associated lab will provide hands-on exposure to invertebrate fossils and relevant paleobiology databases. Paleontology II will continue with a focus on mammal ancestors, dinosaurs and their relatives, and the mammals.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis


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