ESC 310 Sedimentology & Stratigraphy

Principles of depositional processes (sedimentology) and stratigraphy (including field mapping principles and exercises). The course is a systematic discussion of the mechanics of erosion, transportation, deposition, burial, and cementation of sediments, uplift and how these control the ultimate spatial and temporal distribution of sedimentary rocks. disposition of sediments. Special emphasis is put on the stratigraphy of New York State. Lab includes field trips to study rocks that were formed in varied depositional environments. Lab Fee. Prerequisites: ESC 185 or ESC 190, ESC 220.

Credits

4