Advanced Field Geology Orientation

1.5 credits · Undergraduate

This course covers geological and logistical preparation for the month-long Advanced Field Geology course. The course will examine the geology of southwestern North America, as well as geological processes and field techniques relevant to the Field School projects. Discussion topics will also include field safety, group dynamics, travel logistics, and travel grant proposals and fundraising. CALENDAR NOTES: This is a compulsory course for students taking ERTH 4004: Advanced Field Geology. Credit can only be given for this course if ERTH 4003.015 and 4004.045 are completed in consecutive terms. No grade is assigned for ERTH 4003 until ERTH 4004 has also been completed. COREQUISITES: ERTH 3140.03 PREREQUISITES: ERTH 3001.03 and permission from instructor EXCLUSIONS: ERTH 4002 FORMATS: Seminar