Geology for Non-Geologists

Introduction to the basic principles of stratigraphy.

Introduction to the basic principles of stratigraphy; Applied physical stratigraphy; Introduction Structural Geology and interpretation for potential mineral resources; Simple geological structures; interpretation of folds; faults and fractures; Basic map reading; photo-geology and interpretation; Introduction to petrology; Igneous; metamorphic and sedimentary; Mineral deposits; their geology and uses; Identification of various rock types and their composition; Economic geology: Geology of petroleum; Oil accumulation and nature; Origin of Oil; Migration and accumulation of Oil; Discussion of various traps and salt Domes; Basic concepts of Hydro/Engineering Geology and Marine Geology