GEOS 5413 - Tectonic Origins of North American Geology
3 (3-1)
Prerequisite(s): GEOS 3434 and GEOS 4534.
This course provides an overview of features of the geology of North America and the adjacent oceanic regions followed by student-led investigations where particular emphasis will be given to the paleohistory of the provinces from Precambrian through the present, and the resulting distribution of tectonic and neotectonic structures, landforms, stratigraphy, energy and mineral resources, and geologic hazards. The course will comprise overview lectures, readings on historic and current research; individual research into specific assigned topics; presentation of topical research, and visualizations and virtual field trips through the provinces via the National Park System.