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GEOE 337 Paleontology Units: 3.75
Review of the major groups of invertebrate fossils, emphasizing morphology, taxonomy and geological significance; introduction to paleoecology and biostratigraphy; analysis of major trends and processes in organic evolution.
(Lec: 2.75, Lab: 1, Tut: 0)
(Lec: 2.75, Lab: 1, Tut: 0)
Requirements: Prerequisites: GEOE 238 or permission of instructor
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Offering Term: F
CEAB Units:
Mathematics 0
Natural Sciences 45
Complementary Studies 0
Engineering Science 0
Engineering Design 0
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate knowledge of principles of paleontology, with emphasis on taphonomy, paleoecology, functional morphology, and evolution.
- Identify and classify invertebrate fossils and to determine their ecology using standard reference works.
- Integrate field observations, laboratory identification, and online database research to assess the global ecologic and biogeographic significance of Kingston-area fossils.