WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Geography 107B Course Description and Outline |
GEOG 107B: Geography of Great Basin National Park
| Credits |
1 |
| Schedule of Classes |
Fall 2008 Schedule History (See when this course was offered over the last 3 years) |
| Academic Discipline |
Geography
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| Academic Division |
Science, Mathematics & Engineering |
| Prerequisites |
none |
| Transfer Information |
Courses with a 'B' Designator after the number: This course may apply toward a WNC degree or certificate program depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may not transfer or apply to programs at four-year universities within Nevada (UNR, UNLV). In some cases, this course may transfer and apply to programs at two and four year colleges within Nevada and may transfer to out of state schools. For information about how this course may transfer or apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor. |
2008-2009 | Catalog Course Description |
| Brings students into the field to experience Great Basin National Park - a remote park that is graced with caverns, glaciers, and ancient bristlecone pines. Students will be introduced to the processes of landforms, vegetation survival, and glacial erosion. The political process of establishing a national park will also be covered. Tours of Lehman Caves, Wheeler Peak, and the Ancient Bristlecone trail will be included. Overnight camping and hiking is involved. Students will be responsible for their own transportation, entrance fees, food, camping gear, and safety. |
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