Nov 11, 2026  
2026-2027 Academic Calendar Mount Royal University 
    
2026-2027 Academic Calendar Mount Royal University

GEOL 3103 - Igneous Petrology


Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lecture Hours Schedule Type: Lecture
Lab Hour(s): 3

This course involves the theoretical and practical study of igneous rocks in hand specimens and thin sections. Major topics include the description, classification and origin of igneous rocks. Melting, magma crystallization and magma differentiation are also covered; along with the relationship between tectonics and igneous petrology.

Prerequisite(s) / Corequisite(s): GEOL 2111  with a minimum grade of C- or higher. 
General Science Option