EARTH 285: PHYS. VOLCANOLOGY

University of California, Santa Barbara

Overview of volcanic processes, including physical properties of melts, eru ptive mechanisms, classification of volcanic deposits, and volcanic-tectoni c environments. Lecture emphasizes theoretical aspects of volcanic processe s, lab examines major classification of rocks. Graduate students must compl ete an independent research project. Typically includes one to two overnigh t trips of 2-4 days each.