2022-2023 College Catalog 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2022-2023 College Catalog [***ATTENTION: THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG***]

CPS 200 - Colorado Plateau Institute


Credits: 6
Lab/Lecture: 6 Lecture.

Exploration of the history, art, literature, physical geography, geology, culture and contemporary issues associated with the Colorado Plateau.
Course Outcomes:
Students will be able to:
  1. analyze and discuss historical, geographical, art, and cultural aspects of the colorado plateau;
  2. examine the unique geology of the colorado plateau utilizing theories and concepts of historical and structural geology;
  3. analyze the unique features of the national parks of the region;
  4. describe the biotic communities of the colorado plateau;
  5. summarize and compare the geological layers of grand canyon;
  6. investigate the indigenous, settlement, and current day cultures of the area;
  7. explore, analyze, and discuss the art and literature themes of the southwest;
  8. comprehend and prioritize the contemporary issues affecting the colorado plateau.


General Education: Arts and Humanities or Social and Behavioral Sciences
Special Requirement(s): Ethnic/Race/Gender Awareness, Contemporary Global/International Awareness or Historical Awareness.