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Summer Term 2022
May 04, 2024
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GEOL 310 - STRAT & SEDS W/LAB
A study of the basic principles and origins of sedimentary rock units. Topics studied include sub-division of the geologic column and geologic time, depositional systems, stratigraphic nomenclature and rules, principles of correlation¿including a review of modern geophysical, geochemical, and chronostratigraphic methods, biostratigraphy, and event stratigraphy. Laboratory includes measurement of sections, examination of depositional systems in the field, and surface and subsurface stratigraphic techniques, including geophysical-log interpretation and computer mapping. Additional course fee applies. Prerequisites: ENG 102 with a minimum grade of "C-," GEOL 201.
0.000 OR 4.000 Credit hours
0.000 OR 3.000 Lecture hours
0.000 OR 3.000 Lab hours

Levels: Undergraduate, Post B.A. (Second), Post BA, Graduate Level, Graduate Degree Seeking
Schedule Types: Lecture, Lab:Academic or Clinical, Lecture/Lab

Anth, Bio, Chem, Geol Division
Geology Department

Course Attributes:
Upper Division - 300-499

Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Colleges:     
      Extended Studies

Prerequisites:
GEOL310

General Requirements:
Course or Test: ENG 102
Minimum Grade of C-
May not be taken concurrently.
and
Course or Test: GEOL 201
Minimum Grade of C-
May not be taken concurrently.

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