12.001 Introduction to Geology, Spring 2011

This course introduces students to the basics of geology. Through a combination of lectures, labs, and field observations, we will address topics ranging from formation of the elements, mineral and rock identification, and geological mapping to plate tectonics, erosion and climate engineering.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Perron, Taylor, Jagoutz, Oliver
Other Authors: Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences
Format: Learning Object
Language:en-US
Published: 2011
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/96863
Description
Summary:This course introduces students to the basics of geology. Through a combination of lectures, labs, and field observations, we will address topics ranging from formation of the elements, mineral and rock identification, and geological mapping to plate tectonics, erosion and climate engineering.