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EASC4407 Regional geology

This course explores regional geologies as well as the approaches that geologists use to resolve regional geological questions.

We will use case studies to explore how regional investigations integrating field-based and analytical research tools can test models for the evolution of large-scale geological systems. Likely case studies include exploration of various  climate-tectonic  interactions  across  mountain  belts  (Andes, Himalaya),  the  complex  intraplate deformation of East Asia, and the progressive development of metamorphic core complexes via low-angle normal faults (N. America, NE China). Students will advance their abilities to synthesize and communicate geological knowledge by creating new Wikipedia pages complete with original figures on regional geological topics of their interest.

We have three course learning outcomes. On successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
 * 1) appreciate the influential (and commonly conflicting) models that have been proposed to explain a range of regional tectonic phenomena
 * 2) understand the various "tools" that are commonly used by geo-scientists to test and develop models for the evolution of tectonically complicated regions
 * 3) carry out an in-depth scientific literature review on a key regional geological issue and to present the findings via visual and written communication in an engaging, comprehensive online format

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