GEOL 5960 - Field Geology

• Graduate students will be expected to produce maps and cross-sections that show a more sophisticated level of understanding than is demonstrated by the undergraduates.
• Graduate students will write a term paper interpreting the geologic evolution of one of the final field areas.
• Production of geologic maps will allow students to demonstrate the capacity for synthesizing and interpreting field data and compiling that information into a working understanding of the assigned field area.
• Students will develop the capability to produce geologic maps and cross sections of unknown terrains working individually and/or in groups.
• Students will gain new field experience, perspective, competence, and confidence as a field geologist.
• Students will greatly strengthen your observational accuracy in the field, and this skill will translate into other aspects of data description and interpretation.