Geology Students Complete Field Research Project
11/25/2008
Twelve geology students in Dr. Vollmer's Field Methods class completed the last day of data collection this past week for their mapping research project. The project requires mapping the Devonian bedrock geology of a kilometer square area within the complexly deformed Hudson Valley fold and thrust belt. The students' learn essential field research techniques that are fundamental to geology, and that are especially important for work as professional geologists. The application of the scientific method to determine the three dimensional structure requires constant hypothesis testing in the field.
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Wooster Science Building 202
SUNY New Paltz
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New Paltz, NY 12561-2443
Phone: (845) 257-3760
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E-Mail: vollmerf@newpaltz.edu