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  • 3.00 Credits

    3 Credit hours 45 Contact hours Introduces geographic perspectives and methods with applications to the study of human activities. Emphasizes the distribution of humans, adjustments to the natural environment, and land use practices. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG 060 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment score. Course Note: This is a statewide guaranteed transfer course.
  • 4.00 Credits

    4 Credit hours 60 Contact hours Introduces the principles of landforms and soil as a major aspect of man's natural environment. Incorporates an integrated process of lecture, discussion, and laboratory assignments. Course may be transferred to universities and colleges as a science credit. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG 060 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment score.
  • 4.00 Credits

    4 Credit hours 60 Contact hours Introduces the principles of meteorology, climatology, world vegetation patterns, and world regional climate classification. Course is conducted through an integrated process of lecture, discussion, and laboratory assignments and may be transferred to colleges and universities as a science credit. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG 060 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment score.
  • 4.00 Credits

    4 Credit hours 90 Contact hours Studies the materials of the earth, its structure, surface features, and the geologic processes involved in its development. Includes laboratory experience. Prerequisite: REA 060 and ENG 060 (Grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment score. Course Note: This is a statewide guaranteed transfer course.
  • 4.00 Credits

    4 Credit hours 90 Contact hours Studies the physical and biological development of the earth through the vast span of geologic time. Emphasizes the investigation and interpretation of sedimentary rocks, the record of ancient environments, fossil life forms, and physical events, all within the framework of shifting crustal plates. Includes laboratory experience. Recommended Prerequisite: Successful completion of GEY 111 (grade C or higher) or permission of Instructor. Course Note: This is a statewide guaranteed transfer course.
  • 4.00 Credits

    4 Credit hours 60 Contact hours Provides opportunities for students to develop comprehensive concepts basic to the earth, its materials, processes, history, and environment. Part one pertains to mineral identification, igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks, the rock cycle, the earth's interior, land formation, theory of plate tectonics, formation of rivers and streams, the hydrologic cycle, and topographic maps. Part two gives an overview of weather and climate and how they relate to earth and its processes. Part three provides an overview of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and the most recent scientific discoveries in astronomy. Part four focuses on oceanography as it studies the composition of oceans, sea floor, and diversity of ocean life. Field and in-classroom laboratory investigations of selected topics in the specific content areas are an integral part of the course. Lab and field safety training provided. Prerequisite: Successful completion of REA 060 and ENG 060 (Grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment score.
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 Credit hours 113 Contact hours Involves in-depth field studies into the geology of specific regions both within and outside Colorado. Trips lasting from one to several days length to study the area constitute the major activity of the course. The specific area of investigation will be indicated in the schedule of classes each time the course is offered. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
  • 3.00 - 25.00 Credits

    25-3 Credit hours 5-45 Contact hours Presents an overview of the special topic including one aspect of the earth and its history as recorded in rocks and rock formations. May also include current changes and impact of historical events, exploration of current topics, issues, and activities related to one or more aspects of the named discipline. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
  • 1.00 - 6.00 Credits

    1-6 Credit hours 15-90 Contact hours Course meets the individual needs of students who engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 Credit hours 45 Contact hours Surveys a number of events, peoples, groups, ideas, institutions, and trends that have shaped Western Civilization from the prehistoric era to 1650. Reflects the multiple perspectives of gender, class, religion, and ethnic groups. A principal focus is on developing, practicing, and strengthening the skills historians use while constructing knowledge in the discipline. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG 060 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment score. Course Note: This is a statewide guaranteed transfer course.
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