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Application Deadline: April 27, 2007 Field Camp Dates: TBA , but probably June 26 - August 10 Prerequisites: Physical Geology, Earth History, Structural Geology, Mineralogy, Petrology. (Note that although a field methods course is not required, basic knowledge such as use of a Brunton compass, pacing, topographic maps, etc. is expected.) Cost: Tuition (about $130 / credit x 12 credits = about $1560 plus $120 for out of state students) + WWU Fees (about $285) + Course Fees (tentatively $650, principally for transportation/camping costs) = about $2615. (Food not included). For more information / to apply: Contact Dave Hirsch |
Extended InformationTopics Covered: Specific learning objectives for the course are listed here.
Locations: To be announced, but likely focused on SW Montana.
Number of students: between 11-20.
Accommodations: 100% tent camping. Groups of 3-5 will be formed for cooking purposes. Campground costs will be paid out of fees, together with transportation costs and other group expenses. Food costs are borne by each student. You must provide your own camping / cooking gear, although often students "buddy up" in tents to save money.
Conditions / Preparedness:This is a rigorous field mapping course; you must be in good physical condition to participate. Although no technical skills are necessary, some field locations require hiking on steep terrain at high elevation (up to 11,000 feet). Others may require working in hot, dry conditions (occasional daytime temperatures up to 105 degrees F; normal temperatures 70-95 degrees F).
*All information is subject to change, but is believed to be correct at the time of writing.
