GEOS 121 - Geology in our National Parks

FC NSMA QFR

4 credits
National Parks in the United States are unique landscapes, often associated with aesthetic, cultural, scientific, and natural value. We often visit these parks to explore amazing scenery. Have you wondered about how those landscapes formed? This class will explore many National Parks and other National Public Lands to investigate how geologic processes have formed, and continue to impact, those landscapes. Geologic processes and concepts covered include plate tectonics, natural hazards, weathering and erosion, the sedimentary rock record and geologic time, and climate. Learn about landscapes in Grand Canyon National Park, Glacier National Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and many more!

This course is appropriate for new students.