Basin Analysis

Catalog description

Basin Analysis is an integrative class providing an overview of sedimentary basin forming mechanisms and deposits. We will discuss topics including mantle convection, lithospheric dynamics, heat flow, sediment depositional models, stratigraphy, provenance, porosity preservation/destruction, compaction, and petroleum geology. Discussions and case studies of hydrocarbon exploration will involve working with well logs, seismic data, and other geospatial tools. Three one-hour lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Field trip(s) to investigate local sedimentary basins. Pre-requisites: One of the following: GEOL 436, 344, or consent of instructor. Fall,