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GEOL 731

Advanced Structural Geology

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelGraduate
Average gradeA
Standard

Overview

Description

This course will cover a variety of advanced structural geology topics, including stress and strain relationships, rheology, mechanics, balanced cross sections, and microstructural analysis.

Units

Lecture3

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Offering

Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

Terms

spring

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • articulate the theoretical basis for stress, strain, and rheology.
  • quantitatively and qualitatively document crustal deformation at a variety of scales, from regional to mapscale to thin sections.
  • conduct advanced techniques in structural geology to quantify strain and interpret deformation conditions.
  • read and critically evaluate scientific literature related to structural geology.