GEOL 107: Prehistoric Life
San Jose State University
Integrated interdisciplinary examination of the fossil record, including information from the fields of paleontology, genetics and cosmology that aids in the understanding of organic evolution and periodic massive extinctions. Satisfies GE UD Area: 2/5. Earth, Environment, and Sustainability (Formerly Area R). Prerequisite(s): Completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all UD GE courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
Average GPA: 3.36
Grade distribution records: 2,076 students across 16 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 253 | 12.2% |
| A | 697 | 33.6% |
| A- | 262 | 12.6% |
| B+ | 176 | 8.5% |
| B | 307 | 14.8% |
| B- | 86 | 4.1% |
| C+ | 96 | 4.6% |
| C | 97 | 4.7% |
| C- | 17 | 0.8% |
| D+ | 11 | 0.5% |
| D | 18 | 0.9% |
| D- | 5 | 0.2% |
| F | 51 | 2.5% |
Based on 2,076 student grade records across 16 terms and 4 professors.
Instructors
- Joseph M Petsche 1,150 students, Average GPA 3.51
- Bradley A Buerer 748 students, Average GPA 3.15
- Ronan Bartholomew Beltracchi 142 students, Average GPA 3.43
- Sharon Elizabeth Beltracchi 36 students, Average GPA 2.82