An informal discussion group approach for advanced graduate students. Topics discussed will be major unresolved sedimentological and low temperature geochemical problems as well as discussions of current research being carried out by the participants. The application of continuum physics to the large scale processes governing the evolution of Earth's crust and mantle. Topics include elasticity and flexure, creep deformation, conductive and convective heat transfer, fault mechanics and flow in porous media. The principles of viscous fluid flow, heat conduction and convection are treated in reference to all aspects of the mechanics of magma.
Emphasis is placed on understanding petrologic processes as observed in rocks and rock sequences.
A graduate-level course that covers the major chemical processes in sedimentary environments such as the ocean, lakes, etc. Emphasis will be on the origin of the chemistry of natural waters and their interactions with sediments, sedimentary rocks, and other crustal rocks. Fluid Mechanics A seminar course on the interaction of particles in turbulent flow. Seminar A discussion of cementation, neomorphism, fluid-rock interactions, etc., in carbonate, siliciclastic, and chemical sediments. Students will be expected to present material orally.