GEOL 352

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Petrology

Geological Sciences College of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences

Course Description

Compositions, fabrics, and field relations of igneous and metamorphic rocks; behavior of rock-forming systems. Field trips.

When Taught

Winter

Min

3

Fixed/Max

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.