SIOG 241. Geological Field Methods for Geophysicists (1 units)
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Description
This course is intended for precandidacy geophysics students who have little practical geological experience. We will learn to use: Brunton compasses, GPS, topographic and geological maps and airphotos, and proper note-taking habits. We will explore the geology of Fossil Canyon (near Ocotillo), learn to determine age relationships and how to read the rock record for clues about the geological history of the area, including the opening of the Gulf of California. Prerequisites: graduate standing or consent of instructor.
Prerequisite courses
SIOG 241 has no prerequisite courses.
Successor courses
No courses have SIOG 241 as a prerequisite.