GEO 235 Global Geophysics and Tectonics

An introduction to plate tectonics and the geology of plate boundaries. Topics include techniques for describing plate motions earthquakes and seismology reversals of the earth's magnetic field the nature of the seafloor and the geology of mountain belts. Includes one 3-hour laboratory per week.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

GEO 105 or GEO 106 or permission of the instructor.

Core Requirements Met

• Laboratory Science