GPS3212

Global dynamics and crustal evolution

(SCI)

Professor Jim Cull

6 points + Two 1-hour lectures and one 3-hour practical per week + 12 weeks lecture/practical coursework + Second semester + Clayton + Prohibitions: GPS3011, GPS3022

Synopsis: This unit consists of two components that will be presented consecutively: Global dynamics will address the earth's physical properties and our methods of measuring them on a global scale. Topics covered include global seismology and the internal structure of the earth, earthquakes, thermal evolution of the earth, physical properties of lithosphere and mantle; Crustal evolution covers topics in plate tectonics, with emphasis placed on integrating the subdisciplines of tectonics, sedimentology, volcanology, igneous petrology, metamorphic petrology, and economic geology in order to gain an insight into the construction and workings of the tectonic environment as a whole.

Assessment: Practicals: 20% + Assignment: 20% + Examination (3 hours): 60%