Geology 302 /302L - Stratigraphy and Sedimentation

Institution:

Colgate University

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Description:

B. Selleck A detailed study of modern sedimentary environments and their use in interpreting ancient sedimentary rocks. The chemical and physical processes leading to weathering, erosion, transport, deposition, and lithification of sediments are considered. Field interpretation of local Paleozoic, Pleistocene, and Holocene sediments is carried out through field study projects. Economic aspects of sedimentary rocks, such as the occurrence of oil, natural gas, and coal, are discussed. Three lectures and one laboratory period per week. The required credit-bearing laboratory session GEOL 302L must be taken and passed concurrently with GEOL 302. Prerequisite: one geology course or permission of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.colgate.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 228-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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