Planetary Geology

EARTH, ENVIRONMENTAL & PLANETARY SCIENCE 473

Discussion of the evolution of the terrestrial planets and the outer-planet satellites as evidenced by the geologic records left on the surfaces of these bodies. Focus on major processes affecting planetary surfaces:impact cratering, volcanism, tectonism, and erosion and sedimentation by wind and water. Prerequisite: EEPS 353, or permission of instructor.
Course Attributes: FA NSM; AR NSM; AS NSM