GEO 385 Earth Structure and Tectonics

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Prerequisites: One of the following: GEO 101 , GEO 140 , or PHSC 104 . MATH 104 , MATH 107 , or MATH 253 previously or concurrently.
Co-requisites: GEO 385L.

Study of the mechanics and physics of rock deformation, the origin of geologic structures, plate tectonics, and global mountain-building processes. Includes application of structural geology to environmental and geotechnical engineering problems. Lab emphasizes geometric problem solving and Appalachian field studies.

Three hours lecture, three hours lab or field.