GEOL 7: Earth, Time and Life
San Jose State University
Earth's geosphere: processes that act on it and materials that comprise it; how rocks and fossils are used to interpret the history of Earth's geosphere, atmosphere, oceans, and life forms. Satisfies GE Area: 5A and 5C. Physical Science and Laboratory (Formerly Area B1 and B3). Misc/Lab: Lecture 3 hours/lab 3 hours.
Average GPA: 3.36
Grade distribution records: 2,149 students across 16 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 252 | 11.7% |
| A | 626 | 29.1% |
| A- | 282 | 13.1% |
| B+ | 171 | 8.0% |
| B | 390 | 18.1% |
| B- | 171 | 8.0% |
| C+ | 118 | 5.5% |
| C | 82 | 3.8% |
| C- | 4 | 0.2% |
| D+ | 11 | 0.5% |
| D | 9 | 0.4% |
| D- | 3 | 0.1% |
| F | 30 | 1.4% |
Based on 2,149 student grade records across 16 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Joseph M Petsche 2,067 students, Average GPA 3.38
- Carlie Pietsch 82 students, Average GPA 2.75