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What You'll Learn
01 Introduction to Petrology 3 topics
1 Fundamental Concepts
- Definition and Scope of Petrology
- Historical Development of Petrology
- Relationship to Other Geological Sciences
2 Tools and Methods in Petrology
- Field Observation Techniques
- Laboratory Analysis Methods
- Modern Computational Approaches
3 Classification Systems
- Textural Classification
- Mineralogical Classification
- Genetic Classification
02 Mineralogy and Crystallography 3 topics
1 Crystal Structure and Properties
- Crystallographic Systems
- Crystal Habit and Growth
- Polymorphism and Solid Solutions
2 Rock-Forming Minerals
- Silicate Minerals
- Non-Silicate Minerals
- Accessory Minerals
3 Optical Mineralogy
- Polarized Light Microscopy
- Optical Properties of Minerals
- Identification Techniques
03 Magma and Magmatic Processes 3 topics
1 Magma Generation
- Sources of Magma
- Partial Melting Processes
- Magma Composition and Properties
2 Magma Evolution
- Fractional Crystallization
- Magma Mixing and Assimilation
- Liquid Immiscibility
3 Magma Transport and Emplacement
- Dike and Sill Formation
- Pluton Emplacement Mechanisms
- Volcanic Conduits and Eruption Dynamics
04 Igneous Rocks 4 topics
1 Classification of Igneous Rocks
- IUGS Classification System
- Textural Classification
- Volcanic vs. Plutonic Rocks
2 Plutonic Rocks
- Granitic Rocks
- Intermediate Plutonic Rocks
- Mafic and Ultramafic Plutonic Rocks
3 Volcanic Rocks
- Rhyolites and Dacites
- Andesites
- Basalts and Picrites
- Pyroclastic Rocks
4 Special Igneous Rock Types
- Lamprophyres and Lamproites
- Carbonatites
- Kimberlites and Related Rocks
05 Igneous Petrogenesis 3 topics
1 Mantle Melting Processes
- Pressure-Temperature Conditions
- Role of Volatiles
- Melt Extraction Mechanisms
2 Crustal Petrogenesis
- Anatexis and Migmatite Formation
- Assimilation and Contamination
- Magma Chamber Processes
3 Tectonic Settings and Igneous Associations
- Mid-Ocean Ridge Magmatism
- Subduction Zone Magmatism
- Continental Rift Magmatism
- Intraplate Magmatism
- Large Igneous Provinces
06 Sedimentary Processes 3 topics
1 Weathering and Erosion
- Physical Weathering Processes
- Chemical Weathering Processes
- Climate and Topographic Controls
2 Transport and Deposition
- Sedimentary Transport Mechanisms
- Depositional Environments
- Sedimentary Structures
3 Diagenesis
- Compaction and Dewatering
- Cementation Processes
- Authigenesis and Replacement
07 Sedimentary Rocks 3 topics
1 Clastic Sedimentary Rocks
- Conglomerates and Breccias
- Sandstones
- Mudrocks and Shales
2 Chemical and Biochemical Sedimentary Rocks
- Limestones and Dolomites
- Evaporites
- Cherts and Siliceous Rocks
- Phosphorites
- Iron-rich Sedimentary Rocks
3 Organic-Rich Sedimentary Rocks
- Coal and Lignite
- Oil Shales
- Source Rocks for Hydrocarbons
08 Sedimentary Petrogenesis 3 topics
1 Basin Analysis
- Basin Types and Formation
- Sequence Stratigraphy
- Provenance Studies
2 Facies Analysis
- Facies Associations and Models
- Paleoenvironmental Reconstruction
- Ancient Depositional Systems
3 Diagenetic Evolution
- Early Diagenesis
- Burial Diagenesis
- Diagenetic Modeling
09 Metamorphism and Metamorphic Processes 3 topics
1 Controls on Metamorphism
- Pressure and Temperature
- Fluid Composition and Activity
- Deformation and Strain
2 Types of Metamorphism
- Contact Metamorphism
- Regional Metamorphism
- Dynamic Metamorphism
- Burial Metamorphism
- Shock Metamorphism
- Metasomatism and Hydrothermal Alteration
3 Metamorphic Reactions
- Prograde and Retrograde Reactions
- Reaction Kinetics
- Metamorphic Phase Diagrams
10 Metamorphic Rocks 3 topics
1 Classification of Metamorphic Rocks
- Textural Classification
- Mineralogical Classification
- Facies Classification
2 Foliated Metamorphic Rocks
- Slates and Phyllites
- Schists
- Gneisses
- Migmatites
3 Non-foliated Metamorphic Rocks
- Marbles
- Quartzites
- Hornfels
- Granulites
- Eclogites
- Serpentinites and Soapstones
11 Metamorphic Petrogenesis 3 topics
1 Metamorphic Facies and Facies Series
- Barrovian Sequence
- Buchan Sequence
- High-Pressure/Low-Temperature Series
- Low-Pressure/High-Temperature Series
2 Metamorphism in Different Tectonic Settings
- Orogenic Metamorphism
- Subduction Zone Metamorphism
- Ocean Floor Metamorphism
- Collision Zone Metamorphism
- Extensional Setting Metamorphism
3 Pressure-Temperature-time Paths
- Clockwise and Counterclockwise Paths
- Geochronology of Metamorphism
- Exhumation Processes
12 Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria 3 topics
1 Principles of Thermodynamics
- Laws of Thermodynamics
- Free Energy and Equilibrium
- Activity-Composition Relationships
2 Phase Diagrams
- Binary Systems
- Ternary Systems
- Pressure-Temperature Diagrams
- Compatibility Diagrams
3 Applications to Petrogenesis
- Geothermobarometry
- Pseudosection Modeling
- Reaction Path Modeling
13 Geochemistry in Petrology 3 topics
1 Major Element Geochemistry
- Classification Diagrams
- Variation Diagrams
- Mass Balance Calculations
2 Trace Element Geochemistry
- Partition Coefficients
- Spider Diagrams
- Rare Earth Element Patterns
3 Isotope Geochemistry
- Radiogenic Isotopes
- Stable Isotopes
- Noble Gas Isotopes
- Dating Methods in Petrology
14 Analytical Techniques in Petrology 4 topics
1 Microscopic Methods
- Petrographic Microscopy
- SEM and Electron Microprobe
- Cathodoluminescence
2 Spectroscopic Methods
- X-ray Diffraction
- Raman Spectroscopy
- Infrared Spectroscopy
- Mössbauer Spectroscopy
3 Mass Spectrometry
- ICP-MS and LA-ICP-MS
- TIMS and SIMS
- Gas Mass Spectrometry
4 Experimental Petrology
- High-Pressure/High-Temperature Experiments
- Piston-Cylinder and Multi-Anvil Apparatus
- Diamond Anvil Cell Experiments
15 Economic Petrology 3 topics
1 Ore-Forming Processes
- Magmatic Ore Deposits
- Hydrothermal Ore Deposits
- Sedimentary Ore Deposits
- Metamorphic Ore Deposits
2 Industrial Minerals and Rocks
- Building Materials
- Refractory Materials
- Gemstones
3 Hydrocarbon Systems
- Source Rocks and Maturation
- Reservoir Rocks
- Seals and Traps
16 Planetary Petrology 4 topics
1 Meteorites
- Chondrites
- Achondrites
- Stony-Iron and Iron Meteorites
2 Lunar Petrology
- Mare Basalts
- Highland Rocks
- Impact Breccias
3 Martian Petrology
- Igneous Rocks on Mars
- Sedimentary Rocks on Mars
- Evidence for Aqueous Processes
4 Comparative Planetology
- Inner Planetary Bodies
- Outer Planetary Satellites
- Planetary Differentiation
17 Environmental and Applied Petrology 3 topics
1 Environmental Applications
- Contaminant Transport in Rocks
- Weathering and Climate Change
- CO2 Sequestration
2 Engineering Applications
- Rock Mechanics
- Building Stone Assessment
- Concrete Petrology
3 Cultural Heritage
- Archaeological Petrology
- Conservation Science
- Provenance of Historical Materials
18 Advanced Topics and Future Directions 3 topics
1 Computational Petrology
- Machine Learning Applications
- Numerical Modeling
- Big Data in Petrology
2 Nanoscale Petrology
- Atomic-Resolution Imaging
- Nanogeochemistry
- Biomineralization
3 Integrative Approaches
- Petrology and Geophysics
- Petrology and Geobiology
- System Earth Perspective
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