Introduction to recognition and mapping of geologic structures in the field
Tests are described as tough and hard to finish, while homework expectations can sometimes be unclear.
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GEOSCI 100 or ENVIR ST/GEOSCI 106
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Basil Tikoff is engaging and helpful, using humorous pre-recorded videos to teach concepts concisely. However, his teaching can sometimes be confusing, and tests are consistently described as tough and hard to finish. Homework expectations are occasionally unclear.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2022: 2.98 GPA, 44.0% A/AB (n=25 letter grades); Fall 2023: 3.02 GPA, 40.0% A/AB (n=30 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.10 GPA, 42.9% A/AB (n=21 letter grades).
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Historical reviews for Phil Brown describe him as engaging and helpful, though one reviewer found his lectures convoluted and slow. Both reviewers noted he explains tough concepts well and wants students to learn, with one emphasizing that engagement and hard work are necessary to succeed in the course.
BASIL TIKOFF is recorded teaching in Fall 2006, Fall 2007, Fall 2009, Fall 2010, Fall 2012, Fall 2013, Fall 2014, Fall 2015, Fall 2016, Fall 2017, Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021, Fall 2022, Fall 2023, Fall 2024. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
PHILIP BROWN is recorded teaching in Fall 2007, Fall 2008, Fall 2011, Fall 2013, Fall 2014, Fall 2015, Fall 2016, Fall 2017, Fall 2018. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
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| LEC 001 | Classroom Instruction | 21 / 40 | 0 |
| LAB 301 | Classroom Instruction | 16 / 20 | 0 |
| LAB 302 | Classroom Instruction | 5 / 20 | 0 |
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Basil Tikoff is engaging and helpful, with students calling him one of their favorite professors despite tough tests and occasional confusion.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.02 GPA, 40.0% A/AB (n=30 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.10 GPA, 42.9% A/AB (n=21 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.48 GPA, 73.9% A/AB (n=23 letter grades).
Tests are described as tough and hard to finish, while homework expectations can sometimes be unclear.
Online learning was effective with concise pre-recorded videos, though students are advised not to buy the textbook.
Latest available · Fall 2025— not enough history to project Fall 2026.
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Introduction to Geologic Structures
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