GE 110 - Geology of the Colorado Plateau

Institution:

Columbia-Greene Community College

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Description:

This introductory field based course will provide students with the geologic concepts, terminology and field methods that will develop an understanding of the unique features of the following areas: Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, and Zion National Park. Also included will be Kaibab National Forest, Antelope Slot Canyon, Glen Canyon Dam, Capitol Reef National Park, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park and other areas within the Plateau. Students will experience a "hands-on" approach to understanding the geology of plateaus, canyons, buttes, and mesas that are drained by the Colorado River. Students will be exposed to the astronomy, Native American history, ecology, archeology and culture of these majestic and historic areas. ( 2 lecture hours/4 lab hours) (4 semester hours)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.sunycgcc.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 828-4181

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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