GEO 224 - Sedimentology and Stratigraphy (1)

Sedimentary processes and the stratigraphic record. Basics of correlation, particle transport, and facies models with emphasis on relative dating and paleoenvironmental reconstruction. Topics include sedimentary structures, basin analysis, and sea level change. Hand specimen and microscopic study of sedimentary rocks. Prerequisite: any 2 100-level courses, OR any 1 100-level course AND permission of instructor
(Laboratory Science)