PGEG 220 Geology of the Middle East

This course covers application of the principles of stratigraphy and age dating methods, first introduced in Introduction to Geology and Geophysics. The course introduces biologic evolution theory and covers the evolution of Earthï¿½s atmosphere and biosphere. The emphasis of the course is on the tectonic, stratigraphic, and geographic evolution of the Middle East, and particularly on paleo-environments, facies, and tectonic setting of UAE reservoir intervals. The principles of basin analysis, including the formation of organic-rich rocks and maturation of hydrocarbons, are introduced.

Credits

Prerequisite

PGEG 221

Offered

Spring