GEOL 3301 - Geology of West Texas

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours Lecture: 3
Contact Hours Lab: 0

Designed as an introduction the geology of West Texas, this course contains a brief introduction to general geology followed by outlines of the geologic evolution of the region. Topics range from billion -year-old continental collisions, through deep sea deposition, coral reefs, explosive volcanism, mineral and petroleum deposits, to the evolution of the present day West Texas landscape. Optional field trips will be available.

Prerequisites: GEOL 1304
Campus: ALP

Course Level: Junior