Petrology
Bachelor's degree
In Maynard (USA)
Description
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Bachelor's degree
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Location
Maynard (USA)
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Different dates available
This undergraduate petrology course surveys the distribution, chemical composition, and mineral associations in rocks of the earth's crust and upper mantle, and establishes its relation to tectonic environment. The emphasis of the course is on the use of chemistry and physics to interpret rock forming processes.
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Course programme
Lectures: Two sessions / week, 1.5 hours / session
Labs: Two sessions / week, 3 hours / session
12.109 is a broad survey of igneous and metamorphic petrology. The course follows the history and development of the field as well as the scientific methods and findings. Students learn the relationships between rock-forming processes, tectonic environments, and the chemical composition and texture of rocks.
Structure of Earth Materials (12.108), Thermodynamics of Materials (3.00) recommended
Labs are due one week after they are assigned. The microscope and hand sample lab room is reserved for six hours per week; however, anytime the room is open, feel free to go in and look at thin sections/rocks. See your TA with questions, and work together if needed. All students must turn in their own work.
All exams on lecture material will be closed book. The lab final is open book.
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Petrology