Basin Analysis ((4))

Catalog description

An integrative study of the geodynamics associated with sedimentary basin formation and evolution. Topics will include the thermomechanical behavior of the crust, dynamics of the mantle, Earth surface processes, sedimentary routing systems, and basin thermal histories. The application of basin analysis principles to the assessment of petroleum systems and plays will be investigated. A field trip may be required. 150 minutes of lecture and 150 minutes of laboratory per week. A course fee is required.