GLY 431 - Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

Introduction to the observation, description, and interpretation of sediment and sedimentary rock; the physical and chemical processes controlling weathering, sediment transport, deposition, and diagenesis; and the interpretation of depositional environments and layered rock successions. Field trips; fees may be required. Three lecture and three laboratory hours each week.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisite Courses: GLY 310 or permission of instructor.
University Studies: Building Competencies/Writing Intensive
Course Repeatablility: Course may not be repeated. Maximum Repeatable Hours: 4

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