Mar 29, 2024  
Yakima Valley College Catalog 2018-2019 
    
Yakima Valley College Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

GEOL 206: Glaciers and Ice Ages

5 Cr
Quarters: F
In this course, students will examine characteristics and effects of modern and ancient glaciation and learn about ice formation and movement, glacial erosion and depositional features, and periglacial landscapes. Particular focus will be directed to investigate Earth’s Ice Ages and the origins of natural and anthropogenic climate change. Students will participate in field trip activities where they will observe active glaciation and assess evidence for Washington’s Ice Age history.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101  and eligibility for MATH 084  or MATH 085 .
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences