Structural Geology

0.5 credits · Undergraduate

Examines the genesis of rock units and the causes and outcomes of subsequent deformation. Students are introduced to the different geologic structures and methods to describe them. Emphasis is the structural relevance to hydrogeology, mineralogy, and natural resources, as well as subsurface contamination migration. Required field trips. Prerequisite: EGEO-GEOG 2001H. Typically offered every other year.