EART 109: Field Geology
University of California, Santa Cruz
Basic tools and techniques used in geologic fieldwork. Preparation, analysis, and interpretation of geologic maps. Nine to 10 days of weekend field trips required, including a six-day geologic mapping exercise. Laboratory: 3 hours. Recommended for courses 120, 130, 150, and required for 188A-B. May not be taken concurrently with course 120, 150, or 188.
Average GPA: 2.75
Grade distribution records: 245 students across 12 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A | 19 | 7.8% |
| A- | 27 | 11.0% |
| B+ | 37 | 15.1% |
| B | 40 | 16.3% |
| B- | 29 | 11.8% |
| C+ | 12 | 4.9% |
| C | 36 | 14.7% |
| C- | 6 | 2.4% |
| D+ | 4 | 1.6% |
| D | 4 | 1.6% |
| F | 10 | 4.1% |
| P | 4 | 1.6% |
| NP | 6 | 2.4% |
| S | 1 | 0.4% |
| W | 7 | 2.9% |
Based on 245 student grade records across 12 terms and 4 professors.
Instructors
- Hilde L Schwartz 179 students, Average GPA 2.69
- Heather Savage 104 students, Average GPA 2.74
- Jacquelyn Ann Williams 25 students, Average GPA 2.67
- Paul L Koch 20 students, Average GPA 3.06