GEOL 352
Petrology
Geological Sciences
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Compositions, fabrics, and field relations of igneous and metamorphic rocks; behavior of rock-forming systems. Field trips.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
2
Title
Magma Generation and Evolution
Learning Outcome
Explain how magmas form and differentiate at divergent and convergent plate boundaries and at mantle plumes.
Title
Metamorphism
Learning Outcome
Describe how metamorphic rocks form and their relationships to global tectonics.
Title
Petrography
Learning Outcome
Identify the minerals and rock types using hand samples and thin sections of the major rock types.
