GEOL 370 - Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

Description:
Origin of sedimentary rocks, physical processes and stratigraphic principles. Identification of sedimentary rocks. Recognition of depositional environments represented in the geologic record. Field trip required.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: GEOL 203, and one of GEOL 201 or GEOL 202 or GEOL 210, and MATH 153. Co-requisite: MATH 153.

Credits: (5)

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

Describe, classify and name common sedimentary rocks.
Describe the processes and deposits from common terrestrial and marine sedimentary environments
Predict and explain affiliations between common sedimentary rock-types and sedimentary structures.
Draw, read, and interpret stratigraphic sections.
Explain and apply the basic principles of stratigraphic correlation, including applying Walther’s Law to standard stratigraphic sections.
Apply the scientific method to questions in sedimentology/stratigraphy

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
5/8/20

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Fall Locations: Ellensburg