GEOL 460
Economic and Resource Geology
Geological Sciences
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Nature and genesis of metallic and non-metallic mineral deposits, including laboratory study of economic minerals. Field trips.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
2
Fixed
2
Title
Ore Mineralogy
Learning Outcome
Identify important ore-forming minerals, textures, and structures in hand sample and in the field.
Title
Ore Genesis
Learning Outcome
Compare and contrast the principal ore-forming processes: magmatic, hydrothermal, and sedimentary.
Title
Ore Deposit Models
Learning Outcome
Use observed characteristics of an ore deposit to develop a genetic model for its origin.
Title
Resource Exploration Strategies
Learning Outcome
Develop an exploration strategy for an ore deposit based on a genetic model.
