SCI199Y1
First Year Seminar 52S
Undergraduate seminar that focuses on specific ideas, questions, phenomena or controversies, taught by a regular Faculty
member deeply engaged in the discipline. Open only to newly admitted first year students. It may serve as a distribution
requirement course; see page 40.
GLG100H1
Elementary Mineralogy 26L
The natural materials of the Earth's crust: crystals, minerals, gemstones,
rocks and their role in society throughout the ages;
designed for students who are not Geology specialists.
GLG100H1 is primarily intended as a science Distribution Requirement course
for Humanities and Social Science students.
GLG103H1
Geology in Public Issues 26L
Geologic hazards: earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, tsunamis. The distribution and politics of natural resources, including
petroleum and ore deposits. Nuclear power and nuclear waste disposal. Global change: the geologic record of hot and cold
climates, and how the earth survives.
GLG103H1
is primarily intended as a science Distribution Requirement course for Humanities
and Social Science.
GLG105H1
Evolution of the Earth: 26L
Controversy over the Last 2300 Years
The evolution of ideas about the origin and development of the earth from the
Athenians to the 20th Century. With attention on
whether the earth has an infinite or a finite life; on the evolution and disappearance
of species; on the origin of oceans,
continents and mountains; on the forces that have shaped the earth's surface;
and on the courage of scientists in confronting
the religious and political views of their time.
GLG105H1 is primarily intended as a science Distribution Requirement course
for Humanities and Social Science students.
GLG110H1
Introductory Geology 26L
The nature and evolution of the Earth; plate tectonics; rocks and minerals;
volcanism; geological time; fossils; geology of
Ontario; environmental issues.
Exclusion: JGG150Y1
GLG110H1 is primarily intended as a science Distribution Requirement course
for Humanities and Social Science students
GLG130H1
Exploration of the Solar System 26L
Scientific findings of the solar system exploration program and their application to the origin of the earth and solar system;
space resources; search for life on other planets.
Prerequisite: One OAC/Grade 12 U Chemistry or Physics
GLG205H1
Confronting Global Change 26L, 8T
The emergence of society as a major geological force is considered in terms
of the evolving debate about the consequences of
human activity for the habitability of our planet. Major issues such as climate
change, environmental pollution, and depletion of
natural resources are examined.
GLG205H1 is primarily intended as a science Distribution Requirement course
for Humanities and Social Science students
GLG206H1
Materials of the Earth 26L, 39P
An overview of the structural, chemical and optical properties of minerals. Laboratories on the identification of minerals in hand
specimen and thin section. A mandatory 2 day field trip in late September.
Exclusion: GLG219H1, 221H1
Prerequisite: (CHM138H1, CHM139H1)/CHM151Y1/(132H1, 133H1)
GLG207H1
Rock-forming Processes 26L, 39P
Origin and classification of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks and their associated ore deposits. Emphasis is
placed on rock types in the context of plate tectonic theory, and the practical aspects of rock identification in hand sample and
thin section.
Exclusion: GLG219H1, 221H1
Prerequisite: GLG206H1
GLG216H1
Dynamic Geology 26L, 39P
A survey of principal physical, biological and chemical processes shaping the Earth. Laboratories will explore these processes
in more detail through a series of problem sets.
Exclusion: GLG201H1, 245H1
Prerequisite: (CHM138H1/CHM139H1)/CHM151Y1/(132H1, 133H1)
GLG217H1
Earth Evolution 26L, 39P
An introduction to the evolution of the biosphere from the earliest stabilization of the Earth's crust. Patterns of evolution and
extinction are related to physico-chemical and biologically-mediated changes at the Earth's surface. Laboratories cover major
groups of invertebrate fossils, microfossils, their classification and living analogues.
Exclusion: GLG229H1
Prerequisite: GLG216H1
ENV234Y1
Environmental Biology
(formerly JED234Y1)
See "Division of the Environment"
GLG299Y1
Research Opportunity Program
Credit course for supervised participation in faculty research project. See page 43 for details.
ENV315H1
Chemical Analysis of Environmental Samples
See "Division of the Environment"
GLG318H1
Igneous and Metamorphic 26L, 39P
Processes
An overview of the nature and origin of igneous and metamorphic rocks, with particular emphasis on the interpretation of
textures and mineral assemblages as they reflect conditions of rock formation. Laboratory exercises familiarise students with
the most common igneous and metamorphic rock types, and provide practical examples of the theoretical principles discussed
in lectures. This course also has a mandatory weekend field trip (in conjunction with GLG206H1) to view igneous and
metamorphic rocks and structures. The venue for the trip alternates yearly between Bancroft and the Montreal area.
Prerequisite: GLG206H1, GLG207H1
GLG319H1
Metamorphic Processes 26L, 39P
Descriptive petrography and classification of metamorphic rocks; metamorphic processes and evolution of metamorphic rocks;
interpretation of metamorphic rocks.
Prerequisite: GLG318H1, GLG360H1
GLG340H1
Field Course I: White Fish Falls Manitoulin Island TBA
A twelve-day field course in mid-May. Students are introduced to field geology
and to basic field measurement, mapping and
documentation techniques in the Espanola - Manitoulin Island area, west of Sudbury. Students are responsible for the cost of
board and lodging and transport to and from the field area.
This is a summer session course and students must also register with the Department in the preceding term
Prerequisite: GLG207H1, GLG216H1, GLG217H1
GLG345H1
Structural Geology 26L, 39P
The development of geological structures at a variety of scales is examined using the concepts of stress, strain, material
behaviour and tectonic setting. Laboratory work focuses on modern methods of structural analysis and their applications in
geotechnical engineering and economic geology.
Exclusion: GLG332H1
Prerequisite: GLG216H1
GLG351H1
Geochemical and Biological Regulation of Aqueous Systems 39L, 26P
An introduction to aqueous environmental geochemistry emphasising the importance of chemical equilibria, mass transport,
and microbiological activity in regulating the chemical composition of natural and contaminated systems.
Exclusion: JGG350H1
Prerequisite: (CHM138H1, CHM139H1)/CHM151Y1/(132H1, 133H1); and any 2nd year science course
GLG360H1
Sedimentary Geology 26L, 39P
An introduction to the methods for studying sedimentary rocks in surface and subsurface. Petrographic description and
classification of sedimentary rocks are dealt with in lectures and laboratory exercises, followed by a treatment of the principles
of stratigraphic documentation and correlation, facies-analysis methods, and a brief description of depositional systems.
Prerequisite: GLG207H1, GLG216H1
GLG398H0/399Y0
Independent Experiential Study Project
An instructor-supervised group project in an off-campus setting. See page 43 for details.
GLG423H1
Mineralogy 39L
(formerly GLG323H1)
Crystal chemistry of the major rock forming minerals. The course covers the underlying concepts behind the behaviour of
minerals as solid-state materials including: Structure and bonding of minerals, chemical substitutions and solid-state
transformations, high temperature and pressure behaviour, chemical weathering and kinetics.
Exclusion: GLG323H1
Prerequisite: GLG206H1
GLG430H1
Basin Analysis 39L, 13P
Architecture and evolution of sedimentary basins in relation to plate-tectonic setting and crustal properties. Sequence
stratigraphy: sequence models and sequence forcing mechanisms tectonism, eustasy, climate change. The global-cycle-chart
controversy. World-wide review of basins in the context of plate tectonics.
Exclusion: GLG402H1, 429H1
Prerequisite: GLG360H1
GLG436H1
Paleoecological Assessment of Environmental Change 26L,
39P
The use of proxy data (terrestial and aquatic microfossils) to infer past environmental conditions. The nature and extent of
Quaternary environmental change is considered in the context of assessing current issues such as acidification, metal
pollution, eutrophication and global climate change. Paleoenvironmental techniques are applied in the laboratory.
Prerequisite: A 200-level course from one of BIO, GGR, GLG
Recommended preparation: BIO468H1/469Y1/GLG217H1
JGP438H1
Shallow Crust Geophysics 26L, 52P
An introduction to the geophysical exploration of the subsurface. Topics include gravity, seismic, magnetic, electrical and
electromagnetic surveying and their application in prospecting, hydrogeology, and environmental assessments.
Exclusion: PHY496H1
Prerequisite: GLG345H1 or permission of instructor
GLG440H1
Advanced Petrology 26L, 39P
Integrated field, experimental and theoretical approaches to understanding the petrological diversity of igneous and
metamorphic rocks. Topics include development of thermobarometers for igneous and metamorphic rocks, the importance of
oxygen fugacity in petrogenesis, melting/solidification and metamorphism and igneous activity in the context of global tectonics.
Prerequisite: GLG318H1
GLG442H1
Mineral Deposits 26L, 39P
Geology and geochemistry of magmatically related ore deposits, principally Ni, Cu, Pt group, Cr, including porphyry Cu
deposits. Use of S, O and H isotopes and fluid inclusions in mineral deposit geology. Origin and interpretation; systematic ore
mineralogy, in hand specimen and reflected light microscopy.
Prerequisite: GLG318H1
GLG443H1
Ore Genesis and Exploration Geochemistry 26L, 39P
Genesis of ore deposits. The basic tools for studying ore genesis such as stable
isotopes, fluid inclusions and sulfide
mineralogy and their applications to selected types of ores. Practicals involve detailed study of ore suites.
Prerequisite: GLG442H1
GLG445H1
Field Course II: Benny Belt TBA
Advanced geological mapping project in a challenging field environment. Students learn to compile existing geoscience data,
create a geological map and prepare a professional final report on their activities and findings. Students are responsible for the
costs of board, lodging and transportation.
This is a summer session course and students must also register with the Department during the preceding term.
Prerequisite: GLG318H1, GLG340H1/GLG345H1 or MIN240F
GLG448H1
Field Course III: Chalk River TBA
A two-week course in late summer designed to familiarize students in a variety of hydrogeological and biogeochemical field
techniques; based at Atomic Energy Canada Laboratories, Chalk River, and includes a mixture of lecture, laboratory and field
exercises. Students are responsible for the cost of board and lodging and transport to and from the field area.
This is a summer session course and students must also register with the Department during the preceding term.
Prerequisite: GLG351H1 or permission of instructor
GLG450H1
Contaminant Fate and Transport in Subsurface
Environments 26L, 39P
Drawing primarily on examples from hydrogeology, this course explores physical, chemical and isotopic constraints on
contaminant source transport and attenuation
Exclusion: GLG355H1, 455H1
Prerequisite: GLG351H1 or permission of instructor
GLG465H1
Geodynamics 26L, 39P
Exploration of physical Earth processes and their relationship to large-scale geological phenomena. Mantle convection as plate
tectonic engine; intraplate/plate boundary lithospheric deformation including orogenesis and crustal subsidence. Focus on
reconciling geodynamic theory/modelling with geological/geophysical observations.
Exclusion: GLG355H1, 455H1
Prerequisite: GLG345H1 or permission of instructor
GLG470Y1
Research Project TBA
Laboratory research emphasizing methods and experimental techniques applicable to geology. Students must obtain the
consent of an instructor and register with the Undergraduate Coordinator before enrolling and are urged to do so toward the
end of their Third Year. Students are required to give an oral presentation of research results to an open meeting of the
Department.
Exclusion: GLG471H1
Prerequisite: Completion of the required 300-level courses in a specialist program involving Geology and permission of the
Department
GLG471H1
Research Project TBA
Laboratory research emphasizing methods and experimental techniques applicable to geology. Students must obtain the
consent of an instructor and register with the Undergraduate Coordinator before enrolling and are urged to do so toward the
end of their Third Year. Students are required to give an oral presentation of research results to an open meeting of the
Department.
Exclusion: GLG470Y1
Prerequisite: Completion of the required 300-level courses in a specialist program involving Geology and permission of the
Department
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