GEOL 3717 - Petrology

Institution:

Youngstown State University

Subject:

Geology

Description:

3717. Petrology. A modern approach to understanding rocks within the context of plate tectonics and the use of rocks and minerals as natural resources in support of modern society. Emphasis is placed on investigating the formation, occurrence and classification of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks using physical, chemical and optical properties. Field Trip Required. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prereq. GEOL 3711 and CHEM 1516/1516L may be taken concurrently. 3 s.h.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

web.ysu.edu/home

Phone Number:

(877) 468-6978

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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