GEOL A322 - Igneous &Metamorphic Petrology

Institution:

University of Alaska Anchorage

Subject:

Geology (GEOL)

Description:

Covers identification and classification of igneous and metamorphic rocks, interpretation of textures, structures, and mineralogy of rocks. Includes the study of chemical and physical principles controlling the formation of rocks, importance of various rock types in economic and industrial arenas. Extensive study of hand specimens with emphasis on composition, texture and structure.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

GEOL A310 UA C AND GEOL A321 UA C

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.uaa.alaska.edu

Phone Number:

(907) 786-1800

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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