MSCI 318 - Physical Analysis of Sediments (3 credits)

(=GEOL 318) (Prereq: permission of the instructor) (Coreq: MSCI 318L) Detailed treatment of modern approaches to sedimentary analysis including textural and structural studies, mineral separation, beneficiation, and suspended sediment treatment of unconsolidated laboratory materials. Each student is required to give an oral presentation. Three lecture hours per week. Offered as needed.