Characterization and analysis of rock deformation and fracture at all scales. Topics include geometric, kinematic and dynamic analysis of rock structure, mechanics of rock deformation (stress and strain), geologic mapping and map interpretation with applications to earth resource exploration and exploitation, mining, geohazards and geotechnical engineering. Introduction to geotectonics with examination of selected tectonic associations. Required full-day field trip.
(Lec: 2.75, Lab: 1.3, Tut: 0)