GEOS3470 - Structural Geology

GEOS 3470 Structural Geology (4 semester credit hours) Modern tectonic concepts, survey of major structural provinces, examination of material behavior, stress-strain concepts, failure criteria, soil mechanics, fault analysis, rheology, fold analysis, and applications of structural concepts to neotectonics and environmental problems. Training in graphical techniques, use of stereographic projections, and geological map interpretation. Integrated lecture and laboratory course. Field trip fee of $30 required. Recommended prerequisite or corequisite: GEOS 3421. Prerequisites: GEOS 1103 and (PHYS 1301 or PHYS 2125). (3-3) Y