302451 (v.2) Geology 307 - Geodynamics



 

Area:Department of Applied Geology
Contact Hours:3.0
Credits:12.5
Lecture:1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Laboratory:1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):    9768 (v.7) Geology 207 - Structural Geology or any previous version
    OR
    10198 (v.3) Geology 241 - Structural Geology and Mineralogy or any previous version
Lithospheric plates - definition, types and driving mechanisms. Extensional fault systems and evolution of continental margins. Oceanic lithosphere and associated structural elements. Orogens and their subdivisions with emphasis on thrust systems, fault-related folds, orogenic wedges and extensional collapse. Transpressional and transtensional structures, structural reactivation and basin inversion. Analysis of complexly deformed terrains.
YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2003Bentley CampusSemester 1Y  

 

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