ERTH 2110

Field and Mapping Methods

Lec 01 and Lab B01 selected

This is intended as an introduction to field

Sections

Lecture
Lab

From the syllabus

From the Fall 2025 syllabus by Mike Young. Fall 2026 is taught by Coutand I., so details may differ. Open the PDF

Grading

30%Weekly labsSee schedule
10%York Redoubt Mapping ProjectOct 30
15%MidtermNov 7
20%Halifax Peninsula Mapping ProjectDec 5
25%Final exam3 hours; scheduled by Registrar

Textbooks

  • Field Sheets course pack for ERTH 2010/2110
  • Structural Analysis & Synthesis, Rowland, Duebendorfer, and Schiefelbein (optional, free)
  • An Introduction to Geological Structures & Maps, George M. Bennison (optional, free)
  • Geological Field Techniques, Angela L. Coe (optional, free)

Course rules

Late work
Labs, reports, and projects lose 10% of their value per day and are not accepted after grading and return.
Field absences
Missed field days are very difficult to make up, and students will most likely be unable to complete the project.
Field trips
Arrive on time and wear sturdy water-resistant field boots; dress for the weather.

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