ERTH 2100 - Introduction to Geophysics

Institution:

Roberts Wesleyan University

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Description:

An introduction to various aspects of the study of the physics of the Earth. Stress and strain, deformation, isostasy, seismic waves, earthquakes, Earth structure, resource exploration, Earth dynamics, plate tectonics, mountain building, gravity and geodesy, magnetic field, and heat flow. Included are weekly labs and occasional field exercises. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: ERTH 1100. When Offered: Spring term, odd numbered years. Credit Hours: 4

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.Roberts.edu

Phone Number:

(585) 594-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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