GEOL 5320 - Dynamic Earth I

Institution:

Southern Methodist University

Subject:

Description:

Physical and chemical structure of the earth and its evolution through geologic time. Dynamic processes in the mantle and crust. Development of the theory of plate tectonics as a unifying mechanism for large-scale geologic processes. Implications of plate tectonics, and contemporary applications to geological and geophysical problems. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smu.edu

Phone Number:

(214) 768-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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