Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology Course
Advance your geology career through hands-on study of igneous and metamorphic petrology. Master identification of rocks and minerals, analysis of textures, use of phase diagrams and thermobarometry, and interpretation of field relationships to understand tectonic settings and produce professional reports.

4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This course provides practical skills for identifying rocks in the field and microscope, interpreting textures and fabrics, and distinguishing intrusive from extrusive bodies. Learners work with minerals, phase diagrams, thermobarometry, and geochemical data to reconstruct tectonothermal histories and create clear technical reports.
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Develop skills
- Rock fabric analysis: quickly interpret foliations, lineations, and shear indicators.
- Petrography essentials: identify key igneous and metamorphic rocks in hand samples.
- Phase equilibria basics: apply diagrams and thermobarometry to determine P-T conditions.
- Geochemical tools: use major and trace elements for rapid rock classification.
- Field synthesis: integrate igneous, metamorphic, and structural data into tectonic histories.
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