Geological Field Methods
Durham
Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences
Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2021 - Full Term (08/30/2021 - 12/13/2021)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Fall 2021 - Full Term (08/30/2021 - 12/13/2021)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
12
CRN: 12547
Special Fees: $35.00
CRN: 12547
Special Fees: $35.00
An introduction to basic geologic field mapping of bedrock and surficial materials using pace and compass, surveying and GPS techniques. Observational data plotted on topographic maps and/or aerial photographs, accompanied with stratigraphic measurements and sampling sites where appropriate, provide the basis for interpretative maps, cross sections and written reports and a field context for more advanced Earth sciences course work and independent research. One weekend field trip to western or northern New England. Prereq: ESCI 401 or ESCI 409, ESCI 402. Special fee. Writing intensive.
Department Approval Required. Contact Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Equivalent(s): ESCI 534
Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester
Attributes: Writing Intensive Course
Instructors: Sarah Widlansky
Times & Locations
Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
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8/30/2021 | 12/13/2021 | MWF | 12:10pm - 1:00pm | JAMS 221 |
8/30/2021 | 12/13/2021 | M | 1:10pm - 5:00pm | JAMS 252 |