GEOL 1035 - GEOLOGY OF YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

Institution:

Laramie County Community College

Subject:

Geology

Description:

Students explore the geologic processes and features of the greater Yellowstone and Grand Teton geo-ecosystem including: earthquakes, landslides, glacial and stream processes, geothermal features, and other geological structures, processes, and hazards. This course involves daily hikes of at least 4-5 miles on uneven terrain. All activities will be conducted outdoors where temperatures may be cold and precipitation likely. A course fee will be assessed for reservation of lodging, food, transportation, and entrance fee into parks. This course is only available to registered students who are at least 18 years of age; limit to 13 students. It is recommended that students registering for this course have had some previous exposure to an Earth science class or experience.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.lccc.wy.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 778-5222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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