PTYS590

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PTYS590 - Planetary Geology Field Studies

Planetary SciencesGraduateUA - UA General

Course ID

029016

Course Description

The acquisition of first-hand experience with geologic processes and features, focusing on how those features/processes relate to the surfaces of other planets and how accurately those features/processes can be deduced from remote sensing data. This is a three- to five-day field trip to an area of geologic interest where each student gives a short presentation to the group. This trip typically involves camping and occasional moderate hiking; students need to supply their own camping materials. Trip is led by a Planetary Sciences faculty member once per semester.

Min Units

1

Max Units

1

Repeatable for Credit

Yes

Total Completions Allowed

10

Total Units Allowed

10

Grading Basis

SPF - Alternative Grading S, P, F

Career

Graduate

Course Requisites

May be convened with

Component

Lecture

Optional Component

No