GEOL 140 - Geology of the Columbia Basin

Institution:

Big Bend Community College

Subject:

Description:

Local geology emphasizing the formation of the Columbia River basalt, the Grand Coulee and other scab land channels. Developing the theory of plate tectonics on a global scale as well as in the Columbia Basin. Pleistocene glaciology and fluvial geology will be discussed as well as map interpretation and basic rock and mineral identification. Field trips to areas of the Columbia Basin will stress hands-on experience. (Formerly GLY 140) SE

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.bigbend.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 793-2222

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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