GSC 4240 - Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology (2)

Theory of the origin, classification, chemistry, and mineralogy of igneous and metamorphic rocks. Properties of igneous and metamorphic minerals in thin section. Interpretation of rock textures and structures. Geothermobarometry.

Prerequisite(s): GSC 215 or GSC 2150; and GSC 215L or GSC 2150L.
Corequisite(s): GSC 4240L.
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once