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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ERS 330 - Earth Materials


Examination of fundamental aspects of the materials that record Earth history and the processes that shape the planet. Through a combination of lectures, laboratory sessions, and other active-learning exercises, we explore how minerals form, their structure and composition, and their physical and chemical properties.  Through discussions and presentations, we explore minerals in the context of the rocks in which they are found, with the aim of gaining a greater understanding of physical and chemical makeup of the Earth. Throughout the course, we relate mineralogy to geologic processes and other fields of Earth Science.  Course may include weekend field trips.

Prerequisites: ERS 200 or ERS 201; CHY 121 and MAT 126 recommended.

Course Typically Offered: Spring, Even Years

Credits: 4