GLS 334 - Sedimentation And Stratigraphy

Institution:

Salem State University

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Description:

Introduction to the properties of sediments, sedimentary rocks, sedimentary rock sequences, and the principles of stratigraphic correlation. Emphasis is on examining the dynamics of recent sedimentary environments to establish what sediments would look like in the stratigraphic record. In laboratory, students are introduced to techniques of sediment analysis and the classification and identification of sedimentary rocks. Three lecture hours and three hours of laboratory per week. Offered alternate years. Prerequisites: GLS201 and GLS210, or permission of Department Chairperson.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.salemstate.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 542-6000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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