Details of ES3105 (Autumn 2012)
Level: 3 | Type: Laboratory | Credits: 3.0 |
Course Code | Course Name | Instructor(s) |
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ES3105 | Structural Geology Laboratory | Kathakali Bhattacharyya |
Syllabus |
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Structural Geology Laboratory
Course Content Stereographic projections, plotting of planes and lines, solving simple problems.Interpretation of maps from simple to complexly-deformed areas. Interpretation of geological maps, generation of structure cross-sections, and deciphering of tectonic histories; Preparation of Geological maps and sections. Recording and plotting of field dataProblems on netslip and separation FIELD TRIP: The class will be taken to at least one week field trip where they will study deformation features and prepare a lithological and structural map of a chosen area. |
References |
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Text Books:
1. Introduction to Geological Maps and Structures --- Asit K Roy 2. Structural Geology--- Donal M. Ragan 3. Basic Methods of Structural Geology ---- Stephen Marshak and Gautam Mitra. |
Course Credit Options
Sl. No. | Programme | Semester No | Course Choice |
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1 | IP | 1 | Not Allowed |
2 | IP | 3 | Not Allowed |
3 | MS | 5 | Core |
4 | RS | 1 | Not Allowed |