Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology Course
Boost your geology career with practical training in igneous and metamorphic petrology. Gain expertise in identifying rocks and minerals, analysing textures, using phase diagrams and thermobarometry, understanding field relationships, interpreting tectonic settings, and writing clear professional reports. This course equips you with essential hands-on skills for real-world geological applications.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology Course builds practical skills for identifying rocks in the field and microscope, interpreting textures and fabrics, distinguishing intrusive from extrusive bodies, working with minerals, phase diagrams, thermobarometry, geochemical data, reconstructing tectonothermal histories, and preparing clear technical reports.
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Develop skills
- Rock fabric analysis: interpret foliations, lineations, and shear indicators fast.
- 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 quickly.
- Field synthesis: link igneous, metamorphic, and structural data into tectonic history.
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