EARTH 440 is a broad, in-depth course covering all aspects of field geology (structure, sedimentology, metamorphic and igneous petrology, geophysics, and surficial processes). The principal goal of the course is to train students to recognize distinct lithological units and their 3-D relationships.
Field projects include mapping and interpretation of deformed and faulted sedimentary, regional metamorphic, plutonic, and volcanic complexes. During the latter part of the course, mapping projects and field trips will expose students to digital mapping techniques through the use of GeoPads (i.e., ruggedized TabletPCs, GIS software, GPS receivers, and digital data sets.) The course also includes a field project that utilizes modern geophysical tools to supplement traditional field observations and another project that focuses on surficial processes (geologically-relevant processes occurring on the short time scale), which are environmentally and ecologically important.
Course Requirements:
Application required. See the Camp Davis website for details. https://lsa.umich.edu/earth/camp-davis/camp-davis-forms---documents.html
May not be taken pass/fail
Intended Audience:
Junior and senior majors in Earth and Environmental Sciences. Satisfies the Earth and Environmental Sciences concentration Field Experience requirement.
Class Format:
Takes place at Camp Davis Rocky Mountain Field Station in Jackson, Wyoming
Enforced Prerequisites:
EARTH 305 and 351. With permission of department.