Describes a graduate-level tectonics course which includes the historical basis for modern tectonics concepts and an in-depth review of pros/cons of plate tectonics. Tectonic features discussed include: ocean basins; volcanic arcs; continental margins; continents; orogenic belts; foreland fold and thrust belts; volcanic/plutonic belts of orogens;…

Many graduate students in geology lack an adequate knowledge of scientific methodology, research methods, and writing skills necessary for thesis work. Described is a course designed to address these deficiencies. (Author/WB)