Geology

The Merritt College Geology Department's mission is to provide our student with scientific study of the origin, history and structure of the earth. This program offers courses such as Introduction to Physical Geology, Environmental Geology, and Bay Area Field Studies.

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Areas of Interest
Business & Law
Education & Learning Resources
Environment & Sustainability
Healthcare
Liberal Arts & Communication
People, Culture, and Society
Public Safety
STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
MESA
Division I: Liberal Arts, Social Science, and Public Safety
Division II: Math, Science, Technology, and Allied Health

Department Overview

Geology is the scientific study of the origin, history, and structure of the earth. This program offers courses such as Introduction to Physical Geology, Environmental Geology, and Bay Area Field Studies.

Career options include teaching; employment by private corporations including mining, hydrology, and engineering companies; government agencies such as the U.S. Geological Survey, the California Department of Conservation, and regional planning offices.

Faculty & Staff

Department Chairs
	Rebecca Uhlman Office S-322 Email: ruhlman@peralta.edu
	Sun Young Ban Office S-317 Email: syban@peralta.edu

Full-Time Faculty
	Teresa Williams Office S-409 Email: twilliams@peralta.edu (510) 434-3903