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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog
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GEOL 802 - Mineral Exploration for a Sustainable Future

Credits: 3

Investigates basic mineral exploration techniques required for a sustainable future for society. Students gain experience in different geological, geophysical (induced polarization, magnetic and radiometry surveys), and geochemical techniques employed by the industry, with specific emphasis on critical materials used for the energy transition. Multidisciplinary approach used to interpret large datasets to generate exploration targets which can be sustainably obtained are taught as well as guest lectures from industry professionals.

Note
This course includes a required 5-day field trip

Repeat for Credit
N

Requisites
Pre-requisite: GEOL 503

Typically Offered
On sufficient demand


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