GEOL 3060 - Planetary Science and Engineering

3 unit(s)

(Same as NSCI 3060) Focus is on geologic processes, adopting a comparative approach that demonstrates the similarities and differences between planets. Brings together aspects of Solar System formation, mineralogy, petrology, geochemistry, volcanology, sedimentology, geomorphology, tectonics, geophysics and remote sensing. Includes discussion of exploration of planets and moons using satellites, rovers, and crewed missions.

Satisfies G.E. area UD-5.

Course Learning Outcomes List
Students will be able to:

Describe the differences between rocky and icy planets in terms of overall density, internal structure, gravitational field, and magnetic field (PLO #1);
Interpret the geologic history of the different planets and moons of the Solar System, and draw parallels and divergences between their histories (PLO #2); and,
Describe the current scientific understanding of the planets and other planetary objects, and of the internal and external processes operating on them (PLO #5).

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