May 11, 2024  
2023-2024 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2023-2024 Undergraduate Bulletin
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GSCI 341 - Principles of Structural Geology


2023-2024 Catalog Year

Credit(s): 3
Lecture: 2
Non-Lecture: 2


The study of rock deformations, including the description, classification, and origin of structures such as folds, faults, joints, and cleavage. Attention is given to the influence of rock structures on economic problems and on geomorphic features. Aspects of plate tectonics are considered. (Field trips are conducted outside class hours.)

Prerequisite(s): GSCI 170  
Repeatable: Not repeatable
Offered: Every Fall Semester






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