Geology 501 is a seminar-style course in which students read, present, and discuss research articles on selected topics in geology and geophysics. Students learn library tools and familiarity with professional geoscience journals, including geologic and geophysical maps in journals and as serial collections. Students can critically read research articles on topics in geology, both within and outside of their area of specialization. Students can give a clear and organized scientific presentation. Students can write a concise 1-2 page summary of a research article.
Students can effectively edit and evaluate their own and peers writing and presentation.
Students develop intellectual independence. Presentations should utilize figures, maps, diagrams and resource text books as needed. Global plate circuit. Alternate assignment forthcoming.