GEOL 1: General Geology
San Jose State University
Examination of geologic processes and materials, including volcanoes, earthquakes, rock formation, oceans, streams, and plate tectonics and their importance to society. Satisfies GE Area: 5A and 5C. Physical Science and Laboratory (Formerly Area B1 and B3). Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/Lab 3 hours and field trips.
Average GPA: 2.77
Grade distribution records: 2,762 students across 16 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 87 | 3.1% |
| A | 460 | 16.7% |
| A- | 304 | 11.0% |
| B+ | 271 | 9.8% |
| B | 426 | 15.4% |
| B- | 239 | 8.7% |
| C+ | 213 | 7.7% |
| C | 330 | 11.9% |
| C- | 123 | 4.5% |
| D+ | 47 | 1.7% |
| D | 90 | 3.3% |
| D- | 24 | 0.9% |
| F | 148 | 5.4% |
Based on 2,762 student grade records across 16 terms and 6 professors.
Instructors
- Matthew J Leigh 1,499 students, Average GPA 2.53
- Ashley Louise van Dyne 789 students, Average GPA 3.07
- Hollianne Clara Mcclure 247 students, Average GPA 3.36
- Jon Daniel Richey 126 students, Average GPA 2.48
- Barbara E Wortham 53 students, Average GPA 3.13
- Ryan A Portner 48 students, Average GPA 2.81