Course Description

46-409 Sedimentology F(3-3) [0.50]

Origin, transport, deposition of sediments, and formation of sedimentary rocks. Emphasis will be on the interpretation of recent and ancient environments of deposition, and on the uses of sedimentary materials. Six laboratories will be scheduled as field trips. One Saturday field trip may be scheduled.(Offered in even-numbered years.)

Prerequisites: (46-202 or 46-215 or equivalent), [0.50] credit at the 300 level in the 45-XXX or 46-XXX grouping or equivalent.

Course Profile

1998-99 Undergraduate Calendar