Geology of the Canadian Cordillera EASC 624 (3)
The stratigraphy, structure and historical geology of the Canadian Cordillera, examined from a plate tectonic perspective. Models of development of the various terranes and related entities, and their amalgamation to form the present Cordillera, will be examined in detail. There will also be a 4-day field trip associated with this class. Prerequisite: An undergraduate background that includes courses at any level in structural geology, plate tectonics, geochemistry, geophysics, petrology (sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous), plus permission from the instructor.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Daniel Gibson |
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2015: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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| G101 |
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2015: Wed, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |