GSCI 451 - Stratigraphy

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

Description of sedimentary rocks, introduction to stratigraphic concepts, and interpretation of sedimentary facies and sequence relationships. Topics include the use of facies analysis, lithostratigraphy, biostratigraphy, and chronostratigraphy in the interpretation of sedimentary basin history. (Required field trips conducted outside of class hours.)

Prerequisite(s): GSCI 170
Offered: Fall Semester