A thorough and comprehensive review of the tectonic development of the North American continent. The course will begin with a summary of basic stratigraphic and tectonic principles. The historical evolution of the continent will then be analyzed through the study of the structural and stratigraphic evidence that this evolution imprinted on the rock record.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture Seminar
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Prerequisites: E&ES230 and E&ES225
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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