GEO 3060 - Structural Geology

(4) F (alternate years)

Origin and characteristics of structural features in deformed rock. Topics include basic principles of stress, strain, and rock deformation; analysis of faults and folds; and relations to major tectonic features of Earth. Field trips required. Three lectures and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: GEO 2050 and either MATH 1050 or MATH 1080; or consent of instructor.