GEOL A325 - Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

Institution:

University of South Carolina-Aiken

Subject:

Geological Sciences

Description:

(Prereq: Grade of C or better in GEOL A101) A survey of the origin, deposition, and stratigraphy of sedimentary rocks and sedimentary environments. Topics include the basics of fluid flow and sediment transport, the use of sedimentary structures in interpreting past environments, and the importance of sedimentary sequences in reconstructing earth history (the fossil record), environmental change (climate; sea level), groundwater management, and natural resources exploration (fossil fuel; metal and mineral ores). Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Required field trips.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/01/2008 - 06/30/2013 

Institution Website:

web.usca.edu

Phone Number:

(803) 648-6851

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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