GEOL 2030 - INTRODUCTION TO MINERALOGY & PETROLOGY

Institution:

Central Wyoming College

Subject:

GEOL Geology

Description:

The course is an introduction to the identification and occurrence of minerals and rocks. Mineral identification includes crystallography, crystal chemistry and physical properties in hand-sample. Mineral classification is placed in the context of the three major rock types in which they occur: igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic. Hand specimen identification of rocks is based on mineral composition and texture, and is related to the tectonic environment in which they are found. Field trip(s) required. Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 1000 or CHEM-1020. Completion of GEOL 1100 or GEOL 1470 is highly recommended. (3 lect. 4 lab)

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cwc.edu/

Phone Number:

(800) 735-8418

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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