GEO 206 - Solid Earth Energy and Mineral Resources

Credits: 3

The distribution in both space and time of fossil fuel (crude oil, natural gas, and coal), nuclear fuel minerals, and geothermal sources in the earth’ s crust; the Formation, accumulation and extraction of these energy resources, and historical, current and projected consumption trends. Additionally, the occurrences and Formational processes of metal and non-metal deposits are examined in the context of plate tectonics, earth’s geologic history and energy flow.

Repeatable: May not be repeated for credit
Lecture: 3 hours per week
Cross-Listed: EGY 206.