Descriptive Mineralogy 5 QH Provides a study of mineralogy, including crystallography and physical, chemical, and descriptive mineralogy of the common rock-forming minerals. Two quarters of chemistry. Optical Crystallography 5 QH Studies the theory and practical methods of optical crystallography, including the basic techniques for determining the optical constants of crystals using the polarizing microscope and immersion media. Field Geology 4 QH Focuses on field techniques as a working guide for the approach, pursuit, and solution of geologic problems. Considers such techniques as geologic map construction, stratigraphic section measurement, and field rock description.
Lab consists of field research at a quarry, roadcut, or other geologic exposure.
Geochemistry 4 QH Offers an evaluation of chemical processes important in the various geologic environments and their effects on the development of the lithosphere. Two quarters of chemistry. Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology 5 QH Covers the origin and distribution of igneous and metamorphic rocks as interpreted from their chemistry, mineralogy, and field relationships. Lab includes field and petrographic analysis of rock suites. Field and lab analyses of structural problems using maps, models, and rock specimens.