Fundamentals of the deformation of the lithosphere ranging from plate to atomic scales; stress, strain, experimental rock deformation, microscopic mechanisms and mechanical behaviors; analysis of faults, folds, flow and rock fabrics; subsurface interpretation; regional tectonics of selected areas; practical experience in geometric and kinematic analysis, constructing balanced cross sections. Prerequisites: GEOL 101 and GEOL 102, or GEOL 104, or GEOL 150; MATH 142 or MATH 152; PHYS 201 or PHYS 206 Credits 4. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.
Fundamentals of the deformation of the lithosphere ranging from plate to atomic scales; stress, strain, experimental rock deformation, microscopic mechanisms and mechanical behaviors; analysis of faults, folds, flow and rock fabrics; subsurface interpretation; regional tectonics of selected areas; practical experience in geometric and kinematic analysis, constructing balanced cross sections. Prerequisites: GEOL 101 and GEOL 102, or GEOL 104, or GEOL 150; MATH 142 or MATH 152; PHYS 201 or PHYS 206 Credits 4. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.
