|
Extensional Tectonics
Prof. R.W. Schlische. In-depth survey of extensional tectonics including fault population studies of normal faults, detachment faults, metamorphic core complexes, rift basins, passive margins, basin inversion, and seafloor spreading centers.
Syllabus
Format: Student presentations of papers; critical discussion of the literature; brief summary lectures
Basis for grade: Literature readings and discussion, 40%; preparation of an NSF-style proposal on some aspect of extensional tectonics, 30%; final exam, 30%.
Week # |
Topics |
| 1 |
Overview, background, and brittle tectonics |
| 2 |
Types and features of normal faults |
| 3 |
Regional extensional tectonics |
| 4 |
Growth faults; balanced cross section in extensional tectonics |
| 5 |
Neotectonic normal faults |
| 6 |
Displacement profiles; fault population studies |
| 7 |
Growth of normal faults |
| 8 |
Detachment faults and metamorphic core complexes |
| 9 |
Is low-angle dip of detachment faults primary? |
| 10 |
Structural features of extensional basins |
| 11 |
Stratigraphic features of extensional basins |
| 12 |
Passive margins: features and models |
| 13 |
Inversion; orogenic collapse |
| 14 |
Mid-ocean ridges; magmatism |
| 15 |
Final examination |
Course List
Current Course Offerings
|
