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May 09, 2024
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GEOL 721 - Field Mapping of Ore Deposits (2 units)
The course will introduce students to detailed mapping methods of ore deposits (scales <1:500). Students will be introduced to the Anaconda Mining mapping method and will learn how to record detailed observations of lithology, structure, hydrothermal alteration, vein types and mineralization.
Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 2
Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify geologic and hydrothermal characteristics of porphyry copper deposits.
2. to map in detail (1:200 scale) open pit mine exposures of copper mineralization.
3. map in detail (1:500) surface exposures of copper mineralization.
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