ERTH 3010

Igneous Petrology

Lec 01 and Lab B01 selected

Igneous petrology is the study of the field relations, mineralogy, texture, and geochemistry of volcanic and plutonic rocks. Lectures discuss the classification and graphical representation of igneous rocks; the production, differentiation, and emplacement of magma in different tectonic environments. Practical work consists of laboratory petrographic examination and weekend field trips.

Sections

Lecture
Lab

From the syllabus

From the Fall 2026 syllabus by Yana Fedortchouk and Richard Cox. Open the PDF

Grading

10%Theory assignments (5)Due Sep 22, Oct 13, Oct 27, Nov 17, Dec 1
18%Lab assignments (9)Due Fridays starting Sep 17
12%Field trips with lab component (2)Due Oct 8 and Nov 5
10%Volcano projectPresentations due Sep 22, Oct 20, Nov 24
10%Midterm 1Sep 29
10%Midterm 2Oct 29
10%Lab examDec 3
20%Final examDuring exam period

Textbooks

  • Introduction to Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology, John D. Winter
  • Petrology: An Introduction to Igneous and Metamorphic Rocks and Processes, Dexter Perkins (free)

Course rules

Late work
Late assignments, labs, and project presentations are not accepted without an arrangement made before the deadline.
Missed midterm
A make-up may be arranged if you contact the instructor before the midterm.
Field trips
Both Sunday field trips are mandatory, and there is no make-up option.
Academic integrity
Assignments and projects are individual; field-trip notes must also be completed individually.
AI
Students are advised not to rely on generative AI and are responsible for any mistakes it makes.
Exams
Tests and exams are closed-book, allow no electronics, and permit a simple calculator and prepared formula sheet.

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