Structural Geology

GEOL 305 - Structural Geology (2-3-3)

Principles of structural geology. Both tectonic and non-tectonic structures. Fundamentals of rock mechanics, stress, strain and deformation, and their effects on rock structures. Brittle deformation, fractures, faults, and joints. Ductile deformation and associated structures. Cross section construction and interpretation. Cleavage, foliation and lineations; their types and interpretation. Lab sessions include display and analysis of structural data, structural map analysis, three-point problems, and use of structural geology software for analyses. At least one field trip is required.