GEO 314 — Petrology: 4 Credits (2 Lec, 2 Lab)
(Sp) Majors only. This course explores the classification, formation, and interpretation of igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks, providing insight into Earth's dynamic processes. Students will develop skills in rock identification using both hand samples and petrographic microscopes, with an emphasis on textural and mineralogical analysis. Through lectures, lab exercises, and a field trip, students will gain hands-on experience in petrologic methods and data interpretation
Prerequisites: GEO 302, GEO 309