Sequence stratigraphy and basin analysis, petroleum systems of sedimentary basins, Petroleum systems of deepwater margins, Geologic animations for Colorado geology for public outreach, Unconventional resources
GEOL 1040 - Geology of Colorado
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Spring 2018 / Spring 2019
Reviews the geologic evolution and history of Colorado. It first develops the basic concepts needed to interpret the geology and then systematically shows how the state evolved through geologic time. Designed for those who enjoy understanding the beauty and splendor of the state.
GEOL 3540 - Introduction to Petroleum Geology
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Spring 2022 / Spring 2023
Discusses the origin and distribution of conventional and unconventional petroleum resources, source rocks, types of traps and seals, reservoir rock properties, exploration methods (seismic data analysis and interpretation, formation evaluation, subsurface mapping), reservoir characterization and modeling, reserves calculations. Department enforced prerequisite: GEOL 1010. Recommended corequisite: GEOL 3430.
GEOL 4700 - Special Geological Topics
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Spring 2018 / Spring 2021
Studies in selected geological subjects of special current interest (for undergraduates). May be repeated up to 9 total credit hours within a term.
GEOL 4723 - Field Studies in Sedimentology
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Fall 2020 / Fall 2021 / Fall 2022
Provides students experience in observing and interpreting sedimentary rocks in the field. We will visit outcrops in CO and UT spanning a range of depositional environments, including eolian, lacustrine, fluvial, and marine. Developing observational and notetaking skills will be emphasized; students will be responsible for contributing to a group field guide based on their guided field observations at each site.
GEOL 4725 - Field Based Special Topics in Geoscience
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Fall 2018
Explores selected geological subjects of special interest in a field setting. May be repeated up to 8 total credit hours. Same as GEOL 5725.
GEOL 5700 - Geological Topics Seminar
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Spring 2018 / Spring 2021
Offers seminar studies in geological subjects of special current interest. Primarily for graduate students, as departmental staff and facilities permit. May be repeated up to 15 total credit hours provided that topics vary.