Course Schedule and Catalog

Long Title: EARTH CHEMISTRY AND MATERIALS

Department: *Earth Science*

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory

Distribution Group: Distribution Group III

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisite(s): ESCI 301

Description: This course introduces rock-forming processes related to the chemical and physical differentiation of the solid Earth into its main reservoirs: continental crust, oceanic crust, mantle, and core. Beginning with the bulk Earth and an overview of the chemical and petrologic properties of the rocks that make up each of these reservoirs. The basic principles of igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary petrology will be presented in the context of the rock cycle, plate tectonics, as well as the origin of economically and societally important ore deposits. A laboratory and field trip, where students will see petrologic principles applied, will be required. Prerequisite ESCI 301 can be taken concurrently. Recommended prerequisite(s): MATH 101 and MATH 102, CHEM 121 or CHEM 151.