GEOS 330 - Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

FC NSMA QFR

4 credits
This course examines modern sedimentary processes and environments, and compares them to their ancient counterparts at scales of grains to basins. We also consider what the stratigraphic record tells us about the patterns of environmental change, the rise and fall of sea level and other factors that have shaped Earth’s depositional history. Strong emphasis is placed on practical, hands-on approaches that integrate lessons from other courses in both lab and in the field. Field trip(s) required.

Prerequisites: Any one of the following: GEOS 201, GEOS 204, GEOS 206, GEOS 210, or GEOS 212.