Global Tectonics

Plate tectonic theory and the evolution of continents and the seafloor. Emphasis on the structure and tectonics of western U.S. considering geological, geophysical, and geochemical constraints as well as direct geodetic observations of plate motions from GPS measurements. Prerequisite: EEPS 0220 and 0230 . Three or more of EEPS 0220 , 0230 , 1240 , 1410 , 1420 , 1450 and 1610 are recommended.