GEOL 770 - Hot Topics in Economic Geology

(3 units)

This course will focus on various hot topics within economic geology across the breadth of this wide-ranging subject, from academic disputes with implications for both research and the mining industry to pressing questions of public policy on mineral resources and production. The topics are updated regularly and the course provides an opportunity for you to develop your communication, critical thinking, and presentation skills, all of which will be valued highly by future employers.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. read and critically evaluate relevant scientific literature in the area of economic geology.
2. demonstrate an advanced level of competency in the area of economic geology.
3. discuss the relationship of economic geology in the broader context of the field and to their own research interests.

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