COURSE: Colorado Geologic History

Colorado Geologic History

Explore Colorado's geologic history from the formation of the state's first continental crust 1700 million years ago to today. Trace the rise and fall of several mountain ranges, learn how deserts and seas encroached on the state and then receded, and understand more about the early inhabitants.

Instructor: Dr. Lon Abbott is a teaching professor in the CU Geological Sciences Department and has published numerous books and articles.