GEOS 6450 - Clastic Petrology and Provenance

Petrographic, petrologic, and petrophysical analysis of clastic sedimentary rocks. Investigate the primary and secondary mineralogy and textures of clastic sedimentary rocks through the use of a wide variety of analytical techniques. Use petrographic and heavy mineral data to interpret and predict sediment provenance and sediment transport pathways. Use petrographic data to interpret depositional environments, diagenetic modification and burial history. Apply petrophysical data analysis to characterize reservoir properties. Periodic field trips and/or visits to the Michigan Geological Repository for Research and Education (MGRRE) facility for access to analytical instruments and sample material.

Note: Open to graduate students only.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: GEOS 4350 (Minimum Grade of C or instructor approval)

Credits: 3 hours