37 courses in the 1982–83 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
An introduction to rocks and minerals and the processes of their formation. The structure of the earth, plate tectonics and its-‘relationship to deformation, metamorphism and formation of magmas. Earth resources.
An introduction to processes that shape’
the earth’s landscapes. Consideration of the time concept in geology. introduction to fossils, their occurrence and uses in earth sciences. The geological history of North America.
Origin, abundance and geochemistry of elements. Introduction to stable isotope geology and radiometric dating. Basic aqueous geochemistry. Chemical characteristics of crystalline and sedimentary rocks.
Introductory mineralogy and crystallography. Structures of minerals related to physical and morphological properties. Mineral chemistry. Determinative mineralogy. Occurrence of rock-forming minerals. The nature of light, determination of refractive index. Prereq: EARTH 121-122.
Optical properties and identification of minerals under the microscope. The study of rocks in thin section. The classification and identification of sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks.
Prereq: EARTH 231
Optical properties and identification of minerals under the microscope. The study of rocks in thin section. The
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classification and identification of sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks. .
Prereq: EARTH 231
An introduction to the nature, origin and interpretation of stratified earth materials. Emphasis on principles and approaches: Stratigraphy in earth history and economic deposits. Prereg: EARTH 121-122
The principles of paleontology with particular stress on the species concept and evolution: examples will be drawn primarily from the fossil record of plants and vertebrates. Laboratory work will include projects related to lecture topics.
Prereq: EARTH 121-122
Major structural features of the earth. Concepts of stress and strain; elementary rock mechanics. The deformation of earth materials, continuous and discontinuous structures. Introduction to regional tectonics.
Prereq: EARTH 121-122
The principles and theories of igneous rock genesis. Silicate phase equilibria in magmatic systems. Magmatic differentiation; distribution and occurrence of magma types.
Prereq: EARTH 231, 232
Principles and theories of metamorphic rock genesis. Intensive parameters controlling silicate phase equilibrium in metamorphism. Mobility of elements and solid state crystal growth. Origin and interpretation of metamorphic textures. Zonal and facies classifications. The concept of facies series.
Prereq: EARTH 231, 232
The origin, transport and deposition of sediments. Size analysis and sedimentary structures. Recent
sedimentary environments as a key to the interpretation of ancient sediments. Sedimentary petrology.
Prereq: EARTH 232
Advanced paleontology emphasizing morphology, classification, evolution, paleoecology and stratigraphic value of fossil invertebrates. Laboratory study of fossil collections.
Prereq: EARTH 236
Review of stress and strain. Mohr's circle, strength theories, laboratory tests, classification of racks. Rock mechanics considerations in the construction of shafts, drifts, tunnels, foundations and rock slopes. Laboratory exercises will deai with uniaxial, triaxial, flexure, hardness and tensile testing of rock. Problem sets will be assigned.
Prereq: A course in Statics and Mechanics of deformable materials, or consent of instructor
The process of landscape evolution and the classification of landforms. Geomorphic effects of glacial, fluvial, marine and slope processes. Physical and chemical weathering, soil formation. Laboratory study of topographic maps and air photo interpretation. Field trips.
Antireq: GEOG 302
A systematic review of the geological history of North America from the Precambrian to the Recent exemplified by regional geology. Laboratory work will include study of rock and fossil regional suites and geological maps. Prereq: EARTH 235
Introduction to the principles of probability and statistics and their application in the earth sciences. Evaluation of quantitative data; statistical models.
Prereq: MATH 113 and an introductory course in computer programming.
An introduction to seismic, gravity, electric, electromagnetic and magnetic methods of exploration geophysics. Prereg: PHYS 111-112 or consent of instructor.
Introductory topics on the physics of the earth. Seismology and the earth's interior. Thermal history of the earth. Gravity and isostasy. Origin of the continents and continental drift. Prereq: MATH 113, PHYS 121-122 or equivaient.
The geology of the ocean basins. Topics in physical oceanography. Physical properties of ocean water, heat budget of the world oceans. Oceanic circulation, Coriolis effects. Some idealized current regimes.
The occurrence and geological setting of metallic, non-metailic minerals and construction materials. Energy resources. Special emphasis on Canada’s resource industries. The laboratory will involve sampling methods, ore calculation and property evaluation.
Prereq: EARTH 231, 232
Listed without a description.
The application of chemical thermodynamics to geochemical problems. Development of the three laws of Thermodynamics; Gibbs free energy and equilibria constants. Introduction to various topics in aqueous geochemistry such as mineral equilibria, ion exchange and redox equilibria. Various aspects of
organic geochemistry and geochemical -
exploration will also be treated. Prereg: First year chemistry, EARTH 221
An analytical critique of the plate tectonics theory, its historical
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Tectonic syntheses based on the theory in the light of world geology.
Normally restricted to fourth year Earth Sciences students.
The geology, tectonics, stratigraphy and history of the Canadian Precambrian Shield. The early evolution of the earth's crust. The Precambrian time scale and problems of geochronology. Life, climate and physical conditions in Precambrian time.
The source, migration and sedimentary environment of hydrocarbons, exploration, types of traps, extraction. Carbonate sediments and their diagenesis. The environmental impact and control of recent sedimentation. Prereq: EARTH 333
Methods of using paleontological data to solve stratigraphic problems. Faunal provinces in space and time. Effects of continental drift and climatic change on biogeography through the Phenerozaic. Prereq: EARTH 236
The geometry, kinematics and dynamics of structural geology. The relationship of structures from the microscopic to the megascopic scale; statistical studies of structural elements. Prereq: EARTH 260
(A course for Honours Earth Sciences students only.)
Each student will work under the direction of a member of the Department on a short research project. The results of this will be presented in thesis form and will be critically examined by members of this and, where pertinent, other departments.
Review of basic concepts in soil and rock mechanics. Field and laboratory methods used to define and characterize the properties of geological materials and the use in
selected engineering geologic design and construction problems. Laboratory assignments will focus on the determination of physical properties and site assessment problems.
The location, exploitation, and conservation of groundwater. Groundwater-surface water interactions, effect of man’s activities on ground water quality, hydrogeologic aspects of subsurface waste disposal.
Stratigraphy and history of the Quaternary Period with emphasis on glaciation. Laboratory studies on glacial deposits. Field trips. A previous course in geomorphology is recommended. Antireg: GEOG 300 and GEOG 401
Introduction to numerical methods and their use in geology and hydrogeology. Finite differences and finite elements. Solution of boundary value problems, mathematical modelling.
Prereq: MATH 113 and an introductory course in computer programming.
A detailed examination of selected topics in exploration geophysics, with an emphasis on data processing and computer modelling of geophysical responses.
Prereq: EARTH 360 and an introductory course in computer programming.
The petrology and genesis of metalliferous ore deposits. The description of classic deposits; the stability of ore minerals; ore minerals in aqueous systems. The laboratory will inciude instruction and practice in ore microscopy.
Prereq: EARTH 370
Depending on the demand and the availability of an instructor, a six week field course may be offered in an area of unusual geological! interest during the —
spring or summer. This course will consist of two weeks of classroom lectures and one month in the field location. Expenses are to be paid by the student.
Prereq: consent of the instructor.
One or more regional and/or applied geological field trips normally conducted at the beginning of the Fall term. Ancillary laboratory and library studies leading to a satisfactory report will be part of the course requirements. Enrolment will be limited; those accepted will normally be chosen on the basis of academic achievement.
Open to Honours Earth Sciences students only. .
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