GEOL 3970 Topics in Planetary Science: Geology of Venus

Subject: GEOL
Catalog Number: 3970
Number of Credits: 3

This course is a graduate level course which explores the geology and geologic history of the planet Venus, including the history of its exploration and comparisons of geologic processes on the Earth and Venus. For all students, there will be 2 regularly scheduled meetings each week, including one formal lecture and one seminar addressing a specific aspect of the course. Students who enroll for 3 credits must also complete an independent research project and meet with the instructor on a regular basis throughout the term for assistance in designing and accomplishing this project.Offered upon student demand. Lecture, 3 hours.

Course prerequisites

None. Department Consent Required.

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