GEOL 370
Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
Geological Sciences
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Erosion; sediment entrainment, transport, and deposition; depositional systems and facies analysis; principles of stratigraphy. 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
3
Title
Application of Concepts
Learning Outcome
Apply problem solving, critical thinking, and communication skills relative to depositional models and interpreting the stratigraphic record.
Title
Depositional Systems
Learning Outcome
Understand depositional systems, facies relationships, and introductory aspects of sequence stratigraphy.
Title
Process Sedimentology
Learning Outcome
Discuss processes and forces that weather, transport, and deposit sedimentary grains under both sunaqueous and subarial conditions.
Title
Rock Classification
Learning Outcome
Observe and describe sedimentary rocks objectectively. Gain the ability to communicate using appropriate scientific vocabulary.
