ESC3201

Deformation and metamorphism of the crust

(SCI)

Dr David Gray and Dr Ian Cartwright

6 points + First Semester + Clayton + Two 1-hour lectures and one 3-hour practical class per week, and one 3-day field excursion + Prerequisites: ESC2011, ESC2022 or permission + Prohibition: ESC3111, ESC3131

Synopsis: This subject is highly recommended for students doing either single or double majors. It consists of two units. (1) Crustal deformation addresses deformation processes, ductile shear zones, metamorphism and poly-deformation, as well as techniques of geometric, kinematic and dynamic analysis. (2) Crustal metamorphism addresses quantifying the conditions of metamorphism, pressure-temperature estimation, the relationship of metamorphism to tectonics, dating metamorphism, crustal fluid flow, and anatexis. In both units, the wider relevance of deformation and metamorphism are emphasised, especially the link to global tectonic processes and large-scale crustal evolution.

Assessment: Two 2-hour examinations (4-hours): 60% + Practical work: 20% + Fieldwork: 20%