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2021/2022 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

GEOL 306 - Structural Geology and Field Methods

Units: 5

Two lectures and three hours of laboratory and six weekends in the field.

Prerequisite(s): GEOL 324 ; algebra, trigonometry, and at least high school physics. Highly recommended: First semester college physics.

Integrates structural and introductory field geology. Principles, causes, and mechanisms of rock deformation combined with field study. Graphical, computer, and analytical techniques for working with folds and faults are applied in the field. Field observations are presented in geologic maps, cross sections, and reports.