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Introduction to the regional geology of the United States and Canada with particular emphasis on the large-scale structure and stratigraphy of the Precambrian shield and Phanerozoic orogenic belts. Precambrian geology and tectonic history of Laurentia; the Phanerozoic evolution of North America Cordillera; the structure and evolution of the Appalachian-Ouachita orogenic belt; stratigraphy and mineral resources of the Phanerozoic sedimentary basins.
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Prerequisites
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Permission of instructor
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Schedule
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Three class hours per week
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Credit
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3 units
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