GEOL 360 - Structural Geology

Description:
Introduction to the basic principles of rock deformation with an emphasis on the geometry, styles, and mechanics of faulting and folding and the stereographic projection and analysis of geologic structures. Three lectures and four hours laboratory per week. Field trips required.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: GEOL 200 and GEOL 305 and GEOL 320 and MATH 154.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Describe and utilize the fundamental principles and tools of structural geology.
Identify geologic structures in the field and in geologic maps and cross-sections and interpret their tectonic significance.
Measure, record, and analyze relevant structural data in the field and in the lab.
Describe and quantify dynamic properties of Earth’s crust.
Interpret and synthesize data from the field, the literature, geologic maps, cross-sections, geodesy, and seismology to determine the tectonic and structural setting of an area.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
01/30/2014