GEOL 3329.3 - sem.hrs. GEOLOGY OF NATIONAL PARKS

Institution:

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi

Subject:

Geology

Description:

Selected U.S. National Parks provide a basis to introduce students to the regional geology of the United States. Course covers about 25 U.S. National Parks representing a wide variety of geologic settings. Topics include: scenery developed by weathering and erosion on flat-lying rocks; caves and reefs; landscapes shaped by continental or alpine glaciation; volcanic features and volcanic activity; landscapes and structures in areas of complex mountains. Course includes review of major geologic principles and basic geologic concepts such as plate tectonics. Prerequisite: GEOL 1403 or GEOL 1404.

Credits:

0.00 - 3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tamucc.edu

Phone Number:

(361) 825-5700

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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