GEOS 1003: Introduction to Geology

GEOS1003 Introduction to Geology
GEOS1003 Introduction to Geology (Advanced)
Dr Tom Hubble, A/Prof Clarke, Dr Julie Dickinson

Session: July
Classes: 3 lec, 1 prac/week
Prerequisites:
Prohibitions: GEOL1002, GEOL1902
Assessment: 2hr exam, prac reports, field report.

The aim of this Unit of Study is to examine the chemical and physical processes involved in mineral formation, the interior of the Earth, surface features, sedimentary environments, volcanoes, and metamorphism. Lectures and laboratory Sessions on mountain building processes and the formation of mineral deposits will lead to an understanding of the forces controlling the geology of our planet. Processes such as weathering, erosion and nature of sedimentary environments are related to the origin of the Australian landscape. In addition to laboratory Classes: there is a two-day excursion to the western Blue Mountains and Lithgow to examine geological objects in their setting.

The recommended text is Hamblin & Christiansen (2001) Earth’s Dynamic Systems, 9th Edition, Prentice Hall. This book can be purchased from the Co-op Bookshop.