Examines the geology and genesis of the principal types of magmatic and hydrothermal mineral deposits, with an emphasis on the deposits of the Canadian Shield. The criteria used for exploring for these deposits and the analytical techniques used to unravel their origin will be emphasized. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 3 Practicum/Lab hoursPrerequisite(s): GEOL 226, GEOL 245, and GEOL 258.
Examines the geology and genesis of the principal types of magmatic and hydrothermal mineral deposits, with an emphasis on the deposits of the Canadian Shield. The criteria used for exploring for these deposits and the analytical techniques used to unravel their origin will be emphasized. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 3 Practicum/Lab hoursPrerequisite(s): GEOL 226, GEOL 245, and GEOL 258.