Overview
Description
Investigation of the link between deep-to-shallow and crustal-to-mantle processes, focus on learning from plate tectonics through the petrologic, deformational, and geochemical study of rocks.
Units
Lecture3
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Fall
Terms
fall
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- explain the value of high-pressure and ultrahigh-pressure terranes in deciphering the tectonic and geochemical evolution of Earth.
- identify subducted crustal material that has been exhumed to the surface from the field trip.
- explain what tectonic forces are at play to exhume these deeply subducted rocks.
- demonstrate skills in quickly reading, assessing, summarizing and drawing out the main points of international journal articles.
- demonstrate public speaking and teaching skills through multiple presentations given throughout the semester by individual students.
- demonstrate improved writing skills through a literature-review report.