Geology 202 – Introduction to Geologic Structures

• Introduction to recognition and mapping of geologic structures in the field. Landforms, folds, faults, tectonics, geologic maps, and field instrumentation.

  

Geology 204 – Geologic Evolution of the Earth

• Physical evolution of the earth and its relationship to the development of life through geologic time. Lecture, lab, and field trips.

Geology 376 – Topics in Geology

• Special topics or discussions of recent research. Recent topics have included:

  • Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
  • Tectonic Petrology

Geology 455 – Structural Geology

• Principles of rock deformation, structures in layered rocks, structural analysis, intrusive structures. Lab: three-dimensional problems involving structural concepts; field trip.

  

Geology 556 – Mountain Belts

• Examination of interaction of tectonic plates and the resulting structures.

Geology 557 – Structural Petrology

• Petrographic investigation of rock fabrics and deformation using thin sections. Use of microscopes and U-stage.

  

Geology 755 – Advanced Structural Geology

• Structures in layered, intrusive, and metamorphic rocks; structural analysis.

  

Geology 875 – Advanced Topics in Geology

• Content varies by instructor. Recent topics have included:

  • Geological Flow
  • Mechanics of Earthquakes & Faulting
  • EarthScope Seminar
  • Structure Seminar
  • Fluids in Faults & Shear Zones
  • Numerous field trips

Geology 955 – Seminar – Structural Geology

• Presentation of original research, readings, etc. in a group setting.