Plate Tectonics and Continental Dynamics

Fall 2008

Plate Tectonics and Continental Dynamics

Listed in: Geology, as GEOL-40

Faculty

Tekla A. Harms (Section 01)

Description

An analysis of the dynamic processes that drive the physical evolution of the earth’s crust and mantle. Plate tectonics, the changing configuration of the continents and oceans, and the origin and evolution of mountain belts will be studied using evidence from diverse branches of geology. Present dynamics are examined as a means to interpret the record of the past, and the rock record is examined as a key to understanding the potential range of present and future earth dynamics. Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory each week. Requisite: Geology 11 and two additional upper-level Geology courses. Fall semester. Professor Harms.

Course times and locations

GEOL 40 - LEC

Section 01
Tu 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM ESNH 311
Th 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM ESNH 311

GEOL 40 - LAB

Section 01
W 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM ESNH 311

Offerings

2024-25: Not offered
Other years: Offered in Fall 2008, Fall 2010, Fall 2012, Fall 2014, Fall 2017