Overview
Earth & Planetary Sciences : This course discusses the origin, diagenesis, classification and economic importance of sedimentary rocks. Students will learn about the physical properties of sedimentary rocks, including porosity and permeability, different techniques for analyzing those rocks (thin sections, hand specimens, wireline logs) and the types of sedimentary basins within which sediments accumulate.
Terms: Winter 2010
Instructors: Galbraith, Eric Douglas (Winter)
- Winter
- 2 hours lectures, 3 hours laboratory
- Prerequisites: EPSC 210, EPSC 212