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Introduction to concepts and principles of structural geology with emphasis on field and laboratory methods for mapping and describing geologic structures. Topics include stress and strain, fracturing and brittle behavior, jointing and faulting, plate tectonics, geologic history of North America. Lab and field work include introduction to topographic maps, orthographic projections, Mohr circle of stress, stereonet analysis, structure contouring, pace-and-compass mapping, determination of stratigraphic thickness, construction of geologic maps and cross-sections.
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Prerequisites
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EPSc 352, and EPSc 353; or permission of instructor
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Schedule
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One and a half hours lecture, one three-hour lab a week. Up to six additional outdoor exercises on weekends.
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Credit
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4 units
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