GEOL 449 - Geomechanics

Institution:

Western Washington University

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Description:

Prereq: PHYS 121; GEOL 318 or 314; GEOL 352 recommended. Reviews applications of continuum physics to geological problems. Fundamental topics may include a review of elementary mechanics, mathematical descriptions of stress, strain, elasticity, buoyancy, and the flow of viscous materials. Geoscience applications may include faulting, flexure, landslides, propagation of seismic waves, flow of glaciers, debris flows, lava flows, isostatic rebound. The exact curriculum will be decided by participants. The tutorial format requires active participation and discussion by all students. Offered alternate years.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wwu.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 650-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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