Field Trips
Field experiences are an important aspect of all of the geological sciences. The UA Department of Geological Sciences integrates field trips into numerous undergraduate and graduate classes and sponsors a Regional Geology Class (GEO 490/590) that focuses on field trips to classic geologic locations. Recent locations include the La Popa Basin and Craton.
Summer Field Course
The Department of Geological Sciences offers a five-week field course for undergraduates, with opportunities to apply geologic techniques and principles, such as mapping, data collecting, and reporting. The course is offered during the first summer term, and students must apply to enroll.
Field Course 2020: Northern New Mexico
Location: Taos, New Mexico
Term: May 25–July 2, 2020
Course Number: GEO 495
Credit Hours: 6
Prerequisites: igneous and metamorphic petrology; structural geology; and stratigraphy, sedimentology, or sedimentary petrology
Essentials of Field Geology: outcrop description; introduction to geologic mapping; interpretation of sedimentary, metamorphic, & igneous rocks; and structural analysis
Fees: Approximately $4,200 (Alabama resident) or $8,400 (non-resident). Includes all transportation, round trip from Tuscaloosa AL to Taos NM, accommodations and food in Taos, and tuition. This amount does not include medical insurance (required), individual field gear (tents, sleeping bags, backpacks etc.), and personal items. A $250 nonrefundable deposit (checks to University of Alabama) must be paid to the University of Alabama Student Receivables, Department of Geological Sciences by March 15 – Receipt must be given to Karen Linville in DGS. Remaining course fees and tuition must be paid to Student Receivables in May.
Lodging: Most accommodations will be provided by the Austing Haus (9,000’ elevation in the spectacular Taos Ski Valley). Additional time will be spent at the Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu. About 11 days will be spent camping.