Geological mapping is a key tool in understanding past environments and the processes that shape Planet Earth. This course provides an introduction to geological structures, and equips students with the skills to resolve the deformation processes operating in the earth's crust, through the description, analysis and mapping of deformed rocks. The course consists of a series of lecture and laboratory classes during the first half of the semester, as well as a week-long field mapping exercise run during the mid semester break. The mapping module builds on the introductory field mapping course (GEOS 2080), using more complex geological environments. The fieldwork focuses on the relations between sediment deposition, folding and faulting,in dynamic tectonic systems.

In order to participate in this course, students must complete a compulsory Workplace Health and Safety requirement. Students will receive full information on this compulsory component in the course outline provided by the school.