Geology 316
GEOLGY 316 PETROLOGY 4 u
A study of the mode of occurrence, composition, classification, and origin of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Special emphasis is placed on (1) hand specimen and microscopic characteristics as indicators of the origin and evolution of rocks and (2) the chemical and physical aspects of rocks which control their origin and evolution. Two lectures and two twohour labs per week. Offered every spring term. One field trip is required. A special fee will be assessed of those students electing to participate in an optional field trip to cover transportation costs.
Prereq: GEOLGY 100, GEOLGY 315, (CHEM 104 and PHYSCS 163 recommended).
A study of the mode of occurrence, composition, classification, and origin of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Special emphasis is placed on (1) hand specimen and microscopic characteristics as indicators of the origin and evolution of rocks and (2) the chemical and physical aspects of rocks which control their origin and evolution. Two lectures and two twohour labs per week. Offered every spring term. One field trip is required. A special fee will be assessed of those students electing to participate in an optional field trip to cover transportation costs.
Prereq: GEOLGY 100, GEOLGY 315, (CHEM 104 and PHYSCS 163 recommended).