Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology Course
Elevate your geology expertise through practical training in igneous and metamorphic petrology. Gain proficiency in identifying rocks and minerals, analysing textures, utilising phase diagrams and thermobarometry, understanding field relationships, interpreting tectonic settings, and producing clear professional reports. This course equips you with essential skills for advanced geological analysis and career progression.

4 to 360 hours of flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What Will I Learn?
This Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology Course equips you with hands-on skills to identify rocks in the field and microscope, interpret textures and fabrics, differentiate intrusive from extrusive bodies, utilise minerals, phase diagrams, thermobarometry, and geochemical data, reconstruct tectonothermal histories, and compile clear technical reports.
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Develop Skills
- Rock fabric analysis: interpret foliations, lineations, and shear indicators swiftly.
- Petrography essentials: identify key igneous and metamorphic rocks in hand sample.
- Phase equilibria basics: use diagrams and thermobarometry to infer P-T conditions.
- Geochemical tools: apply major and trace elements for rock classification promptly.
- Field synthesis: link igneous, metamorphic, and structural data into tectonic history.
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