Geology of the National Parks
ESC-114-S16
Ulster County Community College
- Semester
- Summer 2024
- Instructor
- Steven Schimmrich
- Start Date
- 07-08-2024
- Total Credits
- 3
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Designed for the non-science major, this course provides an introduction to geology and the geological evolution of north America through a detailed examination of selected U.S. national parks and monuments. national parks studied include the Grand Canyon, Zion, Canyonlands, Petrified Forest, Badlands, Mammoth Cave, Carlsbad Caverns, Acadia, Yosemite, Mt. Rainier, Crater Lake, Hawaii volcanoes, Yellowstone, and Death Valley among others. In addition to learning about the geology of North America's national parks, students will also gain an appreciation for the scenic beauty, natural resources, flora, and fauna preserved in these unique areas.
Corequisites:
ENG 102. 3 hrs. lect.
General Education Area(s): Natural Sciences
Course Area: Earth Science
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Dates: 07-08-2024 - 08-15-2024
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