Objectives
This picture of Jug Rock near Shoals, IN appeared on the cover of the
2nd Geological Survey of Indiana in 1871. The rock is an erosional remnant
of a sandstone formation.This section will help you to:
- understand the importance of Earth Scientists and Geoscientists/Hydrologists in the U.S.;
- identify sub-disciplines of geology;
- recognize the major places/organizations that employ Earth Scientists, Geoscientists, and Hydrologists,
- describe the general history of the field of Geology and reinforce the Scientific Method; and
- define and recognize the major principles of Earth Science –
- Systems,
- Rocks, and
- Time and Tectonics
If you would like a guide to help you to achieve these learning objectives for this module, please click here for an “Objective Guide.”