GEO 411 - Structural Geology and Tectonics

Institution:

Rocky Mountain College

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Description:

Annually. 4 semester hours. This course involves the study of rock deformation at all scales, from microscopic analysis of fault rocks to mountain building processes. Topics include the classification and characterization of structural elements such as faults, folds, foliations and lineations. Emphasis is placed on methods of structural analysis including stereographic projection, construction of accurate cross sections, and kinematic analysis. Three hours of lecture, one two-hour laboratory per week, and occasional all-afternoon field trips. Final project is a poster presentation involving literature review and synthesis of a major orogenic belt. Prerequisites: GEO204, GEO343, MAT110 or satisfactory score on a math placement exam.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

rocky.edu

Phone Number:

(406) 657-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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