Metamorphic Rocks Course
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This course equips you with essential skills to identify and classify major metamorphic rocks including slate, schist, gneiss, marble, and quartzite. You'll learn field mapping in challenging terrains, perform quick lab tests, interpret metamorphic grades and tectonic settings, and evaluate rocks for engineering and commercial uses through hands-on sampling and detailed reporting.

5.0 in rating
4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical expertise in recognizing metamorphic rocks like slate, schist, gneiss, marble, and quartzite, covering their origins, textures, and key minerals. Master field mapping techniques in rugged terrain, conduct basic rock tests, analyze metamorphic grades and tectonic environments, and assess materials for construction via sampling, lab work, and professional reports.
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Develop skills
- Classify metamorphic rocks like slate, schist, gneiss, marble, and quartzite.
- Conduct field surveys by planning routes, recording outcrops, and ensuring safety.
- Perform rock tests using HCl, hardness, streak, and hand-lens for rapid analysis.
- Interpret metamorphic grade via index minerals, textures, and facies.
- Assess rock strength, durability, and suitability for engineering projects.
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