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GEOL 732

Cordilleran Tectonic Evolution

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelGraduate
Standard

Overview

Description

Tectonic elements of the North American Cordillera, including stratigraphic, structural and tectonic evolution; critical evaluation of major tectonic models and current thought on tectonics.

Units

Lecture3

Learning Outcomes

  • demonstrate knowledge of tectonic evolution of western United States.
  • demonstrate an advanced level of competency in the area of tectonics.
  • present results orally and in form of professional paper.