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Oct 10, 2024
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2024-2025 Academic Catalog
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GEOL 331/331L Stratigraphy and Sedimentation/LabCredits: (3-0) 3
The principles of correlation and sediment analysis are discussed. A background in sedimentary source materials, depositional environments, nomenclature and classification of stratigraphic units, and the interpretation of stratigraphic units will be presented. Emphasis is placed on modern depositional systems and their ancient counterparts. Laboratory exercises stress field trips to local sections, facies descriptions, rock analysis, and interpretation of an exploration prospect.
Prerequisites: GEOL 201/201L /GEOL 201L or GEOE 221/221L . Corequisites: GEOL 331L Notes: A grade of “C” or higher is required for graduation with a Geology, BS .
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