Field Problems in Sedimentary Geology (331-0-01)

Instructors

Bradley B Sageman
847/467-2257

Meeting Info

Technological Institute F491: Mon, Fri 12:30PM - 1:50PM

Overview of class

Field methods in stratigraphy and sedimentology; interpretation of depositional systems, facies models, and sequence stratigraphy based on field observations. Continuation of Earth 330; 3.5 week field trip
to Colorado/Utah in late August to mid-September, returning in time for the fall class (workshop) in which students will compile field observations into a final report.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisite: Earth 330

Teaching Method

Two 80 minute workshop sessions per week

Evaluation Method

Field exercises; Field notes; Final field report; Discussion of supporting literature.

Class Materials (Required)

"Geology in the Field," Robert R. Compton, 1985, ISBN: 978-0-471-82902-7 (John Wiley & Sons) Publisher price, $131.95, used $20-30 at certain re-sellers.
"EARTH 331 - Field Guide and Exercises" Canvas reading assignments

Class Notes

P/N not allowed.

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Students must have taken EARTH 330 or obtain consent of the instructor in order to register for this course.