Nick Zentner Courses

How Did the Cascade Range Form? - Lecture 1

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Discover the geological processes behind the formation of the Cascade Range in this lecture by Nick Zentner, part of the 2025 Downtown Geology Lecture Series.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Exotic Terranes in the North Cascades - Nick Zentner

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Explore the geological history of the North Cascades, focusing on exotic terranes, superterranes, and plate tectonics. Learn about Baja BC, pluton formation, and the complex evolution of this fascinating region.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Eocene F - Rocky Mountains with Rob Thomas and Darrel Cowan

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Explore the geological history of the Rocky Mountains, focusing on Eocene events, subduction processes, and contrasting tectonic styles. Gain insights from expert geologists and engage in a thought-provoking debate.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Vantage White Belt Stratigraphy - Lecture 4

Explore the Vantage White Belt Stratigraphy in this geology lecture, examining key geological formations and their significance in Central Washington's landscape.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Exploring the Hazards of Abandoned Mine Waste in Washington

Explore the environmental hazards of abandoned mine waste in Washington with geologist Brennan van Alderwerelt in this informative geological presentation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Columbia River Flood Basalts

Explore the Columbia River Flood Basalts with Carnegie Scientist Jennifer Kasbohm as she shares her research on Vantage Sediment and Flood Basalt work in this engaging discussion.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Yellowstone Ash - Lecture 7

Explore the geological significance of Yellowstone Ash in this comprehensive lecture by Nick Zentner, covering formation, distribution, and implications for understanding volcanic history.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Yellowstone Ash Beds - Tephra Database and Fallout Patterns

Explore the tephra database and ash fallout beds across the Pacific Northwest with University of Utah Geology Professor Emeritus Barbara Nash in this informative discussion with Nick Zentner.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Diatomite - Lecture 6

Explore the geological characteristics, formation processes, and significance of diatomite in this comprehensive lecture from Central Washington University's geology course.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ellensburg Formation - Geological Study of Central Washington

Explore the Ellensburg Formation of central Washington with Alena Ebinghaus as she shares insights and discoveries with Nick Zentner in this geological discussion.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Broken Plate Under The Cascades - Lecture 2

Explore the geological mysteries of the Cascades region in this lecture examining the fractured tectonic plate beneath this mountain range.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cougar Point Tuff - Lecture 8

Delve into the geological characteristics and significance of Cougar Point Tuff with Nick Zentner in this comprehensive lecture from Central Washington University's GEOL 351 series.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Lava Dams - Lecture 5

Explore the geological phenomenon of lava dams in this comprehensive lecture by Nick Zentner, examining their formation, impact, and significance in geological history.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Columbia River Pathways - Upper Ellensburg Formation

Explore the Upper Ellensburg Formation with USGS geologist Jim O'Connor as he guides Nick Zentner through this geological feature in this 45-minute educational session.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Lower Ellensburg Formation - Lecture 9

Explore the geological characteristics and significance of the Lower Ellensburg Formation in this comprehensive lecture by Nick Zentner at Central Washington University.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video