GEL 1530 - Geology of the Colorado Plateau

2(2 + 0)

Prerequisite: None; GEL 1010, GEL 1510, GEL 1520 and/or GEL 1560 are recommended

This course examines the geology of the eastern Colorado Plateau, including the geology of the Colorado National Monument, Arches National Park, and Southern Canyon lands National Parks. Along with basic concepts of geology, the formations exposed in the eastern Colorado Plateau, including their ages, rock types and origins, are examined. Historical geology and geomorphology come to life in this beautiful, desolate, arid country. Students must be in good physical condition because strenuous hiking is involved, and students must have prior camping experience.Note: Students cannot take both GEL 1530 and GEL 3530 for credit.